Government files to halt Anthem Cigna and Aetna Humana deals
The Justice Department and 10 states sue to block Anthem’s bid for Cigna and Aetna’s bid for Humana citing reduced competition and likely higher premiums. Attorneys general warn mergers threaten care options and leverage over hospitals and doctors. Several challengers plan to contest the suits.
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Elon Musk drives bold plans and critique from analysts
Analysts question Tesla's ability to meet production for the Model 3 and scale up. They note grand, time‑frame free plans and predict profitability challenges while praising Musk's impact on EVs and SpaceX. Musk aims to build a sustainable energy economy and a human文明 on Mars.
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Refi activity rises as mortgage rates edge lower
Mortgage rates eased from a record low as 10 year U.S. Treasury yields climbed to 1.56 percent on Wednesday. The 30 year fixed rate averaged 3.45 percent for the week, down from 4.09 a year earlier, fueling a surge in refinancing demand led by United Wholesale Mortgage and Zillow Mortgage.
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GM bets on self driving and ride sharing amid brisk questions
General Motors advances into autonomous tech and mobility services by buying in to Lyft and Cruise Automation while pushing the Bolt EV. Analysts question profitability and regulatory hurdles for autonomous fleets as Brexit pressures UK sales and currency values.
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