Amex Sees Growth in Spending by Business Customers Slowing Down
American Express Co. saw volumes on its cards slow faster than expected in the third quarter as small business and corporations alike pulled back on their spending on the firm’s cards.
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Here Are the Assets to Watch Ahead of Argentina’s Presidential Election
Investors in Argentine assets are bracing for losses ahead of Sunday’s presidential election, with uncertainty high as voters grapple with triple-digit inflation and economic gloom.
Biden Requests $106 Billion for Israel, Ukraine, Border
President Joe Biden unveiled a nearly $106 billion request for emergency funds to arm Israel and Ukraine and to reinforce the US-Mexico border, in hopes that a comprehensive package could help speed passage through the fractured political climate on Capitol Hill.
Giorgia Meloni Breaks Up With Controversial Italy TV Anchor
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has announced her breakup with a TV anchor, the father of her child, after he made a series of controversial remarks.
Jazz Pharmaceuticals Said to Explore Options Including Sale
Jazz Pharmaceuticals Plc is exploring strategic options including a potential sale, people with knowledge of the matter said.
Israel’s Defense Minister Gives More Details on Plans for Gaza
Israel’s defense minister gave more details about the country’s military plans for Gaza on Friday, implying it has no intention of running the territory after its operations wind down.
Two Die as Storm Babet Hammers Scotland and Scandinavia
Two people died in the UK as severe flooding and heavy rain from Storm Babet hammer coastlines of the North Sea.
Merck To Pay as Much as $22 Billion for Daiichi Sankyo’s Cancer Drugs
Merck & Co. agreed to buy the rights to sell Daiichi Sankyo Co.’s three experimental cancer drugs, looking to sustain its dominance in treatment of the deadly disease.
French Airports Evacuated for Third Straight Day on Threats
Several French airports were evacuated after receiving threats on Friday, the third consecutive day of disruptions due to bomb scares.
Mexican Eatery Qdoba Looks to Refinance Debt by Securitizing Franchise Agreements
Mexican fast-food chain Qdoba Restaurant Corp. raised $305 million to refinance debt by pledging its franchise agreements and other assets, opting for a funding tool that’s dropped in popularity this year.
