U.S. Economic Growth Slows to 1.6%

GDP growth slowed in the first part of the year, falling short of economists' expectations. 


 
U.S. weekly jobless claims drop to lowest level since mid-February

Initial jobless claims fell by 5,000 to 207,000 in the week ended April 20, the Labor Department said Thursday. 


 
U.S. trade deficit in goods widens in March

The U.S. trade deficit in goods widened 1.7% to $91.8 billion in March, according to the Commerce Department's advanced estimate released Thursday. 


 
S&P Futures Lower After First-Quarter GDP Estimate

Stock futures fell after data showed that U.S. economic growth slowed in the first quarter. The Nasdaq-100 posted the biggest losses as Meta dragged down the wider tech sector. 


 
What the End of Negative Rates Means for Japan

The world's fourth-largest economy is entering a new era, and there's a lot at stake. 


 
Tokyo Exchange Courts Asian Startups for IPOs

The Tokyo Stock Exchange aims to attract listings from Asian startups, leveraging the market's recent gains and positioning itself as a preferred fundraising destination for companies outside Japan. 


 
America's Economy Is No. 1. That Means Trouble.

Solid growth, big deficits and a strong dollar stir memories of past crises. 


 
U.S. to Begin Construction of Gaza Pier as Rafah Invasion Looms

More humanitarian aid could reach the enclave's north via the floating pier, including if a planned Israeli ground offensive disrupts deliveries in the south. 


 
New EPA Emissions Rules Squeeze Coal Plants

The measures, which come as power demand is surging, will force coal plants to adopt costly technology or shut down. 


 
The Tricky Logistics Behind Direct-to-Consumer Strategies

Suppliers stepping up efforts to reach shoppers are having to mount costly new supply chains built to the task.


(END) Dow Jones Newswires

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