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US open: Trading kicks off with modest gains despite weak jobs data
Wall Street trading began on a positive note on Wednesday following the late rally seen during the previous session.
Andrea Orcel sues Santander for $113.0m after CEO offer rescinded
The former head of UBS's investment banking unit, Andrea Orcel, filed a $113. 0m lawsuit against Santander after it walked back on its agreement to name him as its new chief executive officer.
Economists optimistic despite dip in US services sector activity
Services sector activity in the States cooled a tad more quickly than anticipated last month, amid falling levels production, new orders and hiring.
US private sector adds fewer jobs than expected in June - ADP
Private sector employment in the US grew less than expected in June, according to data released on Wednesday by the ADP.
US initial jobless claims drop a touch more than expected
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits fell a little more than expected last week.
Asia report: Most markets fall as trade concerns weigh
Most markets in Asia finished in the red on Wednesday, as investors continued to weigh the ongoing concerns about global trade and Washington’s approach to its trading partners.
US pre-open: Futures point to gains ahead of Independence Day holiday
Wall Street trading looked set to begin on a positive note on Wednesday following a late rally in the previous session and ahead of a batch of data.
CBRE to buy Telford Homes for £267.4m
US real estate company CBRE Group has agreed to buy Telford Homes in a deal that values the UK property group at £267. 4m.