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By Christy Santhosh (Reuters) -U.S. insurers are requesting the biggest premium increases for Obamacare plans since 2018, according to an analysis by health-research firm KFF, prompted by the looming expiry of premium tax credits and potential tariffs on medical goods. Insurers are proposing a median premium increase of 15% for 2026, KFF said, citing data …

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(Reuters) -U.S. equity funds again came under selling pressure through the week to July 16, dampened by worries over President Donald Trump’s tariff rhetoric and the buildup in inflationary pressure, potentially keeping the Federal Reserve cautious about a premature rate cut. Investors jettisoned a net $11.75 billion from U.S. equity funds during the week, reversing …

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(Reuters) -Global investors pulled money out of equity funds in the week through July 16 as U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff threats and an inflation report indicating an increase in U.S. consumer prices, dampened risk sentiment. Investors withdrew a net $5.3 billion from global equity funds during the week, registering their first weekly net sales …

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By Rajesh Kumar Singh CHICAGO (Reuters) -U.S. airlines doubled down on high-end travel after the pandemic to drive up profits and reduce their vulnerability to economic swings. The strategy is paying off as the margins of carriers selling premium seats have held up despite a slump in overall travel demand. Strong demand from affluent travelers …

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By Leika Kihara TOKYO (Reuters) -The Bank of Japan will warn of uncertainty over the impact of U.S. tariffs in a quarterly report due this month, but may offer a less gloomy view on the near-term hit to Japan’s economy than three months ago, said three sources familiar with its thinking. With the BOJ set …

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BEIJING (Reuters) -China has unveiled new measures to encourage overseas investors to reinvest their profits within the country, its latest efforts to reverse a decline in foreign direct investment. China has in recent months taken a series of measures to boost foreign investment, including opening more sectors to overseas investors, as rising trade tensions due …

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