EU and Canada vow strong responses to U S steel tariffs
European Union leaders and Canada pledged firm countermeasures within days against U S tariffs on steel and aluminum. The move drew swift backlash from Republicans and pressured markets as Dow plunged over 400 points. EU chief Jean Claude Juncker warned of WTO compatible retaliation to defend thousands of European jobs. Canadian Trade Minister Francois Philippe Champagne called any U S tariff on Canadian steel unacceptable and said it would affect both nations.
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FTC settles with Venmo on transparency and privacy practices
The FTC reached a settlement with Venmo, part of PayPal, over charges it misled users about service restrictions, privacy controls, and security. The agreement requires accurate disclosures, an outside compliance review every two years, and potential civil penalties of up to $41,484 per violation after March 29.
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Kohl’s tests groceries in Kohl’s stores with Aldi tie up
Kohl’s reports strongest quarterly sales since 2001 and plans to test grocery service at up to ten stores in partnership with Aldi. The move aims to drive traffic as Kohl’s shortens stores and trims inventory while Aldi gains cheaper shelf space inside Kohl’s locations.
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