Poll: Schiff expands his lead over Garvey in California Senate race
Rep. Adam B. Schiff has slightly expanded his already sizable lead over retired Dodger All-Star Steve Garvey in new polling ahead of California’s U.S. Senate…
Yellen Rebuffs Trump Argument on Dollar Hurting US Manufacturing
Breadcrumb Trail LinksPMN BusinessIn former President Donald Trump’s view, a strong dollar is walloping US manufacturers. For Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, it’s just not that…
US homes find fewer foreign buyers as rising costs and a strong dollar leave market in record slump
Breadcrumb Trail LinksPMNPMN BusinessAuthor of the article:The Associated PressAlex VeigaPublished Jul 18, 2024 • 2 minute read You can save this article by registering for…
Pound, euro, and gold surge as US dollar weakens on Fed rate cut expectations
Both the euro and the British pound surged further against the US dollar, while gold prices hit a fresh high before pulling back on Wednesday.…
Pound hits highest level against dollar for a year
The pound hit its highest level against the dollar in a year on Wednesday as investors bet on UK interest rates staying higher for longer.Fresh…
Japanese stock market sees record highs, beating March as U.S. dollar drops in Tokyo
1 of 2 | The Nikkei Stock Average closed Thursday at 332.89 points while the broader Topix index finished 26.29 points going over its last…
$10-billion climate bond will go before voters in November
California voters will get to decide in November if they want the state to borrow $10 billion to pay for climate and environmental projects —…
Biden, Obama, celebrities expected to raise at least $28 million
President Biden arrived at a star-studded fundraiser Saturday evening in downtown Los Angeles that is expected to raise at least $28 million — the largest…
Environmentalists push bond amid California budget shortfall
Dozens of environmental groups, renewable energy companies, labor unions, water agencies and social justice advocates are lobbying state lawmakers to place a multibillion dollar climate…
I made my own budget wedding bouquet with Michael’s flowers & dollar store lace – people say it looks professional
A HANDY bride has shared how she put together a homemade bouquet for her big day. She crafted the affordable wedding DIY with Michael's and…
Live updates: BHP/Anglo deal off, market digests hot inflation data
It's over. The world's biggest miner BHP has walked away from a potential takeover deal for Anglo American, declining to make a firm offer after…
Dollar Tree acquires 170 store leases for 99 Cents Only locations in 4 Western states
National retailer Dollar Tree said Wednesday it took on 170 leased store locations in four states that recently were held by the 99 Cents Only…
Why would California rob from clean transportation to fund highways?
California has ambitious climate goals: By 2045, the state wants to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 85%, drop gas consumption 94% and cut air pollution…
NCAA, conferences agree on deal that would allow athletes to be paid
The NCAA and the nation’s five biggest conferences have agreed to pay nearly $2.8 billion to settle a host of antitrust claims, a monumental decision…
Michael Kassan’s defamation lawsuit against UTA’s attorney dismissed by court
A judge on Tuesday dismissed a defamation lawsuit that former United Talent Agency partner Michael Kassan had filed against the Beverly Hills-based agency’s legal counsel.…
The mystery of the man embroiled in a billion dollar gold scam
Six weeks after de Guzman's death, the Busang gold dream was over for everyone, leaving investors in despair.Bre-X Minerals' C$6bn valuation had been reduced to…
Why might the euro continue to weaken against the US dollar?
The euro has shown a weakening trend against the US dollar since the start of the year. The decline can be attributed to divergence in…
Live updates: ASX set for modest start after ‘underwhelming’ session on Wall Street, European markets hit record highs
Good morning and welcome to Wednesday, May 8 — you're on the ABC's business and markets blog, and it's great to have your company. Let's kick…
Closing California prisons should be the easiest budget cut
California is facing a multibillion-dollar budget deficit that will require lawmakers and the governor to make painful decisions. Nobody wants less funding for their child’s…
Why is Japan’s yen so weak against the US dollar? | Financial Markets
The weakness of the Japanese yen is in the spotlight again after its latest tumble in value. On Monday, the currency sank to 160.17 against…