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Industrials

US Seeks Rare Earths Outside China’s Control

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As the US races to establish its own rare earth supply chains, a handful of companies stand to benefit enormously from government support.

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Media & Entertainment

‘Misguided’ Disney Selloff Overlooks House of Mouse’s Streaming Might

Disney disappointed Wall Street on Thursday with an earnings miss, but underlying figures show its streaming efforts are paying off.

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CIO Upside

Letting AI into the Lab Setting

AI functions as a sidekick in healthcare labs, but it can make a huge difference by accelerating drug development and boosting data accuracy.

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Consumer

It’s On: Upstart Swiss Athletics Brand Outshines Rivals by Treating Sneakers Like Birkin Bags

The sportswear firm raised its full-year guidance for the third straight quarter on Wednesday and reported double-digit growth.

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Consumer

Butterball Battle Begins for Retailers Rolling Out Holiday Deals

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Target on Wednesday said its meal kit for four will cost less than $20 this year before tax, or about $5 a person.

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Economics

US Tariffs Chew a Hole in Retailers’ (and Shoppers’) Christmas Stockings

The US has basically imposed tariffs on Christmas this year: Trees, ornaments and even gifts. Now, both shoppers and sellers feel Grinchy.

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Industries

FAA Cuts Flights Amid Government-Shutdown Pressure

The FAA said the flight cuts are pre-emptive to prevent safety issues as potentially more air traffic controllers call out.

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Healthcare

CEO Says AstraZeneca Can ‘Absorb’ Costs of Trump-Driven US Deals

AstraZeneca is the biggest drugmaker in Britain and its £193 billion ($253 billion) market capitalization tops the London Stock Exchange.

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Electric Vehicles

Tesla Votes to Make Elon Musk the $1 Trillion Man

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For Musk to secure the full bag, Tesla must reach 20 million delivered EVs and a market cap of $8.5 trillion, up from $1.54 trillion today.

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Consumer

Kimberly-Clark Takeover Offers $48 Billion of Pain Relief to Tylenol-Maker Kenvue

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The deal, expected to close in the second half of 2026, comes as Kenvue’s Tylenol political fight is heating up.

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