business

Explainer: When will we know the results of Exxon’s board election?

The full makeup of Exxon Mobil Corp's board of directors remained undecided following Wednesday's hotly contested election in which 16…

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Costco beats revenue estimates as restrictions ease

Membership-only retail chain Costco Wholesale Corp (COST.O) reported quarterly revenue on Thursday that beat analysts' estimates and said it was…

5 years ago

U.S. chip subsidy effort faces pushback over China issues

A series of amendments for a $190 billion U.S. Senate bill aimed at countering China's technology challenge are in limbo…

5 years ago

EXCLUSIVE U.S. opens criminal probe into alleged lapses at Eli Lilly plant

The U.S. Justice Department has launched a criminal investigation into Eli Lilly and Co (LLY.N) focused on alleged manufacturing irregularities…

5 years ago

Asian stocks extend global rally to 7th day, U.S. stimulus in focus

Asian stocks put global equities on course for a seventh day of gains on Friday as investors bet the U.S.…

5 years ago

Gap raises 2021 forecasts as apparel shopping gains momentum

Gap Inc (GPS.N) raised its forecast for annual sales and profit, expecting an unabated surge in demand for new apparel…

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Wall Street edges up as weekly jobless claims fall

U.S. stocks advanced modestly on Thursday, as data showing improvement in the labor market helped fuel expectations the economy continues…

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U.S. drivers to get hit by soaring pump prices over Memorial Day holiday

U.S. motorists will see the highest gasoline prices in seven years when they hit the roads this Memorial Day weekend,…

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Salesforce raises annual revenue, profit outlook

Salesforce.com Inc (CRM.N) raised its full-year forecast for revenue as well as profit, and reported quarterly revenue that beat analysts'…

5 years ago

The little engine that could, and the oil giant that couldn’t

Last December, when a week-old hedge fund named Engine No. 1 challenged Exxon Mobil to change its ways, laughter echoed…

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