Uncertainty Looms Over Airline Merger Blocked by U.S. Suit
The government lawsuit to block the American Airlines and US Airways merger casts doubt on industry consolidation plans. If blocked, American may pursue growth by adding flights to compete with United and Delta, potentially lowering fares and squeezing profits while stocks slide.
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Soros Boosts Apple Stake Amid Icahn Interest
Financier George Soros more than doubles his Apple stake to 66,800 shares by end of June, valued around $33 million as Apple trades near $498.50. Icahn also builds a large stake and urged higher buybacks, while Soros keeps pressure off and broadens bets with Google shares rising to 396,953 by June.
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Deere 3Q Tops Views Despite 40% Unit Decline Worries
Deere & Co reports 3Q net income up 27 percent to 997 million on 10.01 billion revenue, beating analyst targets as agriculture and turf sales rise. Fourth quarter equipment sales expected down about 5 percent on weak year-ago comparisons, while full-year equipment sales rise about 5 percent and agriculture up 7 percent.
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