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Facebook posts Q2 gains, but expenses worry investors; shares rise, fall

Facebook's stock was volatile in after-hours trading despite surpassing second quarter expectations on almost every metric. Shares dropped then rose following release of its earnings report. The stock fell again on weak outlook.

Jul 30, 2015 8:38 AM EDT

Amazon offers Amazon Dash for $5 to Premium customers

The Amazon Dash is now available for Premium customers for only $5. The Amazon Dash, the dongle you can stick anywhere in your household for quick and convenient ordering, is now on sale exclusively for Amazon Premium customers only.

Jul 30, 2015 8:24 AM EDT

Creditworthiness of US at stake; Will cash-strapped US raise debt ceiling?

Treasury Secretary Jack Lew writes to the US government alerting it on soaring debt burden. The world's largest economy is left with no option but to raise debt ceiling or face the risk of default.

Jul 30, 2015 5:11 AM EDT

Victoria's Secret is losing $9B for casting out plus-size lingerie

The lingerie brand, Victoria's Secret is losing $9b profit upon not venturing to plus-size lingeries.

Jul 30, 2015 1:36 AM EDT

Not a quick fix: A raise in fast-food hourly wages to $15 leads to 4% increase of product prices- study

According to a study, a 4% increase of fast-food prices is the consequence of a $15 per hour minimum wage increase, while others imply that restaurant closures could be the end result.

Jul 29, 2015 11:55 PM EDT

Yahoo paid out more that $1 million to vulnerability reporters in their Bug Bounty Program

Yahoo has paid out more than $1 million dollars to security researchers who have discovered vulnerabilities in Yahoo properties.

Jul 29, 2015 11:32 PM EDT

Yemeksepeti CEO in Turkey gives out $27M to employees after sale

Yemeksepeti boss gave $27M to its 114 employees after selling his firm to Delivery Hero. Nevsat Aydin, the co-founder and CEO of Yemeksepeti, an online delivery website in Turkey, shared $27M of revenue to its 114 employees after Delivery Hero acquired the company in May.

Jul 29, 2015 11:12 PM EDT

The trinity of Content Marketing and why they are important in your business

Useful contents and social media with search techniques are the three most important factors that builds a successful start-up according to experts.

Jul 29, 2015 10:59 PM EDT

Stronger US dollar is a threat to emerging markets' currencies, and to US economy

The 12% rise in the US dollar could result in another currency crisis in emerging markets as the weakening of local currencies will reduce the debt repayment capacity. The strengthening of dollar is expected to slow down its GDP growth as well.

Jul 29, 2015 10:25 PM EDT

Donald Trump sells New York property for $21 million

Billionaire Donald Trump has sold a penthouse property located in New York City for $21 Million dollars. Executive vice president of development and acquisitions of the Trump Organization and the tycoon's daughter Ivanka Trump confirmed the sale.

Jul 29, 2015 5:52 AM EDT

Twitter needs more followers as user growth lags despite rosy Q2 earnings

Twitter may be growing, but by analysts' standards, it isn't very impressive. Earnings for the second quarter were higher than expected, sending stock up, then down on weak user growth. To increase numbers, Twitter is looking at improving user experience.

Jul 29, 2015 5:28 AM EDT

Will $500-billion buying support restore normalcy in Chinese market?

The market capitalization melts by $3-trn as equities crash 30% in less than a month; State-owned banks step in with buying support; technical charts indicate further fall; economy slowdown a major concern; Asian stocks recover before Fed meeting; global investors shrug off turmoil in Chinese market

Jul 29, 2015 5:20 AM EDT

A family of treasure hunters discovered $1M worth of gold coins in Florida seaboard

The Schmitt family found a set of gold coins in a shipwreck identified to be the 'Capitpana' a cargo ship that sank 300 years ago in Florida.

Jul 29, 2015 4:37 AM EDT

Not all cities are created equal: Here are the best places to retire abroad

Affordability, women's safety and investment value are just some of the things to consider in retiring abroad. Here's a quick guide for settling down overseas for retirement.

Jul 29, 2015 2:10 AM EDT

London's Deliveroo sealed $70M funds to develop its food delivery service in Europe, Middle East and Asia

Deliveroo gained $70M funds from Index Ventures and Greenoaks Capital. The fund intends to develop its food delivery service in Middle East, Europe and Asia.

Jul 29, 2015 1:50 AM EDT

Disney may sell ESPN as a standalone service

Disney is considering selling ESPN directly to customers. Though it might be too expensive, ESPN is envisioned to become a business on its own.

Jul 28, 2015 10:22 PM EDT

David Taylor is Procter & Gamble's new CEO

Company veteran David Taylor will be appointed CEO of the world's largest manufacturer of household goods. Outgoing CEO AG Lafley to remain as Chairman during the leadership transition period.

Jul 28, 2015 9:39 PM EDT

CFPB fines Citibank for illegal credit card practices

Citigroup's consumer bank to pay $700mn to consumers and $70mn to US govt Citigroup's consumer bank has been fined to pay $700milion for its illegal credit card practices.

Jul 28, 2015 6:51 AM EDT

Google offered $200 to $300M to Impossible Foods for plant-based cheeseburgers

Google plans to buy Impossible Foods offering the startup company $200 - $300 million. The company declined but was reportedly asking for more.

Jul 28, 2015 6:40 AM EDT

Disruptive Legislation: France re-examines taxi law amid Uber's rise

France is rethinking its taxi law as demand for Uber and other online ride-hailing services grows. This comes after Uber suspended its operations in France earlier this month.

Jul 28, 2015 2:42 AM EDT

Teva Pharmaceuticals buys Allergan PLC generic drug business for $40.5B

Teva, the global leader in generic medicine buys Allergan PLC for $40.5 billion. The deal will provide cheaper generic medicines around the world.

Jul 28, 2015 1:18 AM EDT

Europe invests $384M in search for alien life on Jupiter's moons

The European Space Agency goes on a mission to search for extraterrestrial life on Jupiter's icy moons. The UK-based agency is awarding $384M to Airbus for the space probe that launches in 2022.

Jul 27, 2015 10:32 PM EDT

Fiat Chrysler slapped with $105 Million fine for safety issues

Italian-American car manufacturer Fiat Chrysler gets fined $105 million by the US National Highway Traffic Safety Board.

Jul 27, 2015 10:23 PM EDT

Running out of steam: Energy sector is underperformer among all 10 sectors in S&P 500

Market looks to Exxon Mobil, Chevron Crop results this week; Weightage in the index composition eases

Jul 27, 2015 10:11 AM EDT

Major oil companies layoff more employees due to U.S. crude oil price drop

It had been difficult for market commodities this week as U.S. crude oil price dropped down. Major oil companies are addressing this glitch by cutting off jobs extended to engineers and scientists this time.

Jul 27, 2015 9:56 AM EDT

Mutual funds and ETFs are dancing to the tune of Apple's stock

Apple stock's latest drop after results is pulling funds, ETFs lower; Apple with its largest market capitalization is significantly influencing funds, indices

Jul 27, 2015 9:47 AM EDT

BT launches Ultra HD subscription package

UK telecoms provider BT has launched a new Ultra HD entertainment package costing only £15 a month.

Jul 27, 2015 9:35 AM EDT

All eyes on talks over bailout plan for Greece

Amidst threats from partymates, Greece's prime minister Alexis Tsipiras will hold negotiations with creditors on Tuesday over a third bailout plan.

Jul 27, 2015 9:32 AM EDT

Gold price meltdown continues; poised for further drop

Yellow metal dips below $1,100/oz; Dumping by China further pushing it down while research firms forecast price fall to continue.

Jul 27, 2015 9:14 AM EDT

Trump tops latest Republican polls

Donald Trump leads the Republican race a week and half before the party's first presidential debate. But while he is surging in the national and key early-state polls, Trump remains the least-liked candidate.

Jul 27, 2015 9:04 AM EDT

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