December 2015 payrolls show modest growth and rising wages
The Labor Department reports 156,000 jobs added in December 2015, down from November. The unemployment rate rose to 4.7 percent, the lowest December level since 2006. Wages rose 2.9 percent, led by information and hospitality sectors, signaling a tight labor market amid slower hiring and potential Fed rate hikes.
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Starbucks ends Evenings wine and food at regular stores
Starbucks is ending its Evenings program at about 439 U.S. stores that offer wine beer and small plates in late afternoons and evenings. Some locations abroad may continue. Beer wine and spirits will appear in Roasteries and Reserve stores as the company shifts focus to lunch and premium offerings.
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Boeing beats Airbus in 2016 jet output despite dip in sales
Boeing delivered 748 jets in 2016, down from 762 the prior year, yet remained ahead of Airbus in production. Net orders totaled 668, with December bookings signaling a year-end push. The year featured milestones such as the 737 MAX first flight, 500th 787 Dreamliner, and the 787-10 in final assembly, plus the 777X wing center opening in Everett.
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Amazon hits milestone with 1 millionth free Seattle banana
Amazon marks a milestone as its Community Banana Stand in Seattle handed out the millionth free banana. Banistas report a rise from 1,200 daily bananas at one stand to about 4,500 daily across locations. The program started in December 2015 and is open to all, with stands running Monday through Friday.
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