Trump shifts on China trade talks ease tensions and ratings
President Trump pulled back from planned strict limits on Chinese investment and urged Congress to bolster existing foreign investment reviews. The move sparked markets gains before later fluctuations as analysts noted ongoing talks and potential negotiations with Beijing. CFIUS reforms gain urgency with House backing and possible conference committee action on an defense bill.
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Global stocks wobble as trade talks spark mixed signals
Markets swung on trade tensions with U S and China. the S P 500 fell 0 9 percent to 2699 63, the Dow dropped 165 52, and the Nasdaq slid 1 5 percent as oil rose to a multiyear high and energy shares gained amid volatility.
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Disney Wins US Approval for Fox Merger With Conditions
The Justice Department approved Disney and Fox merger plans contingent on selling Foxs 22 regional sports networks. Disney offered 71.3 billion to top Comcasts 65 billion bid, while Comcast weighs options as regulators and markets react. Rupert Murdoch favors the Disney deal for stock reasons despite potential competition moves.
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ConAgra to buy Pinnacle Foods for 10.9 billion dollars
ConAgra to acquire Pinnacle Foods for about 10.9 billion in a deal aimed at expanding frozen foods brands. The combined company would include Banquet Healthy Choice Alexia and Pinnacle brands Birds Eye Van de Kamp's Mrs. Paul's plus Chef Boyardee Reddi Wip and Duncan Hines. Shares fell for both firms as the market weighs the strategic benefits against inflation pressures and market skepticism.
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