Stock market today: Live updates

Stock market today: Live updates

Traders on the New York Stock Exchange are preparing for the high-stakes U.S. presidential election, with stock futures showing little change overnight. The Dow Jones Industrial Average futures added 20 points, while S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 futures inched higher. Palantir saw a 13% jump in overnight trading due to strong quarterly results, while NXP Semiconductors…

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Elon Musk and PAC know voter lottery illegal, DA says

Elon Musk and PAC know voter lottery illegal, DA says

Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner testified that Tesla CEO Elon Musk and his political action committee are conducting an illegal lottery by giving away $1 million to registered voters in Pennsylvania and other swing states before Election Day. Krasner called the promotion a scam and grift, and accused Musk and his PAC of knowing they…

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Election 2024 live updates: Trump floats new tariffs as Harris rides momentum into final day of campaign

Election 2024 live updates: Trump floats new tariffs as Harris rides momentum into final day of campaign

Former Republican presidential contender Nikki Haley is encouraging voters to support Donald Trump, despite not agreeing with him on everything. She blames the Biden-Harris administration for causing economic issues and a dangerous world. There are concerns about Trump’s proposed tariffs on Mexican imports and their potential impact on inflation. Three states may raise their minimum…

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Germany’s government is on the brink of collapse — here’s what could happen now

Germany’s government is on the brink of collapse — here’s what could happen now

Germany’s ruling coalition, consisting of Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s SPD, the Greens, and the FDP, is facing increasing divisions over economic and budget policies. Speculation is rising about a potential break-up of the alliance, with recent actions by the coalition partners indicating a lack of unity. Finance Minister Christian Lindner’s paper proposing economic solutions has further…

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European leaders breathe a sigh of relief as pro-EU candidate wins Moldova election

European leaders breathe a sigh of relief as pro-EU candidate wins Moldova election

Moldova’s President Maia Sandu won the presidential election in 2020, defeating her Russia-backed opponent. The victory is seen as a step towards closer integration with the European Union for the former Soviet republic. Sandu thanked her supporters and emphasized unity, democracy, and a dignified future for Moldova. European leaders congratulated her on the win, highlighting…

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