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Facebook’s Libra cryptocurrency project in crisis as Visa, Mastercard pull out

October 11, 2019 3:42 PM CNN

Facebook is now facing an exodus of companies from its Libra cryptocurrency effort. Mastercard, eBay, Visa and Stripe, a payments platform, all…

Dow spikes as Trump says US and China reach initial trade agreement

October 11, 2019 2:16 PM CNN

The Dow and broader stock market rallied again on Friday after US President Donald Trump said the United States and China reached a preliminary trade…

The Coal King is racing to avoid bankruptcy

October 11, 2019 12:58 PM CNN

Robert Murray, the king of the coal industry and a forceful supporter of President Donald Trump, is fighting to save his mining empire from financial…

It’s only $4.99. But Costco’s rotisserie chicken comes at a huge price

October 11, 2019 12:25 PM CNN

At the back of Costco’s stores, past the televisions, jewelry, jumbo-sized ketchup jugs and tubs of mixed nuts, is one of the retailer’s…

Nike and other sneaker companies may feel the sting of the NBA’s China controversy

October 10, 2019 3:30 PM CNN

The NBA’s recent controversy in China could have ripple effects for American footwear and apparel companies. Those companies, especially Nike,…

Dow jumps 150 points as Trump is set to meet Chinese officials

October 10, 2019 8:38 AM CNN

The US stock market jumped higher Thursday, as President Donald Trump is due to meet Chinese Vice Premier Liu He. Trade negotiations between the…

Nestle launches vegan alternatives to bacon and cheese

October 10, 2019 7:15 AM CNN

Nestlé is leaning into the plant-based trend with vegan alternatives to bacon and cheddar cheese. The global food company said on Wednesday that it…

Glum days have arrived for health care stocks

October 10, 2019 6:30 AM CNN

The stock market is having a banner year, despite the trade war with China and worries about a looming economic slowdown. But health care stocks…

Is displaying automobile insurance on your phone legal?

January 23, 2015 7:04 PM KVIA ABC-7

In the digital era, auto insurance displayed on smart phones is becoming more and more popular. But in some states, the use of digital automobile…

Repeated job site, home building thefts delay construction, drive up costs in Las Cruces

June 17, 2022 4:57 PM David Gonzalez

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — The widespread spike in business crime in Las Cruces is now affecting the cost of new homes. Business owners and city…