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Retailers bracing up for big holiday season; hiring in full swing

The US retailers are upbeat about the forthcoming big holiday season and have started hiring people on a part-time basis. The world's largest retailer Amazon is planning to recruit almost 100,000 staff.

Nov 10, 2015 3:39 AM EST


China’s Anbang insurance to acquire US insurer Fidelity & Guaranty Life in a $1.6 B deal

China insurance group Anbang will acquire US insurance provider Fidelity & Guaranty Life. The $1.57 billion deal aimed to expand China insurance in the global market.

Nov 10, 2015 3:13 AM EST


Banana Republic sales drop hits Gap Inc's stock on Wall Street

The US-based clothing retailer Gap Inc shares turned volatile following the sales drop in its brands the Banana Republic and Gap. In addition to a weaker forecast of earnings, a lower than previously predicted, have dampened the business confidence and put more pressure on the stock.

Nov 10, 2015 3:07 AM EST


Ford to invest $9B in US plants

Ford has reached an agreement with United Auto Workers (UAW). As part of the agreement with the labor union, Ford is investing $9billion in US plants. Ford will develop new models and relaunch Ford Bronco and support Ford Ranger as well.

Nov 10, 2015 3:03 AM EST


Investcorp buys hedge fund of SSARIS

Bahrain-based Investcorp Bank has bought hedge fund business of the US-based SSARIS Advisors. With the acquisition, Investcorp aims to double its assets under management over next seven years. The Bahrain's bank will also get clients from the US, Asia and European markets.

Nov 10, 2015 2:13 AM EST


Recovery in Greek economy likely in 2016; 2.7% GDP growth in 2017

Crisis-hit Greece economy is expected to witness recovery next year and a possible GDP growth rate of 2.7% in 2017, according to the latest report from IMF.

Nov 10, 2015 12:30 AM EST


Snapchat video reaches 6 billion views a day

Photo messaging app Snapchat said its video views has reached 6 billion counts every day. It will give a strong competition with Facebook with its 8 billion views per day.

Nov 10, 2015 12:17 AM EST


New Mazda MX-5 offers sheer enjoyment of driving

The new 2016 Mazda MX-5 has been raking in plenty of positive reviews. It was also voted by journalists as the star of the show during the current Miami auto show.

Nov 09, 2015 11:07 PM EST


Opera's Max Data-Savings App to be Pre-Installed On14 OEMs

Opera's new data-management app Opera Max will be pre-installed into phones from 14 OEMs to 100 million Android phones by 2017.

Nov 09, 2015 10:58 PM EST


China's imports plunges 12th month in a row

China's import dropped 18.8 percent to $130.8 billion in October for the 12th consecutive time, according to official data revealed Sunday.

Nov 09, 2015 10:36 PM EST


uBeam Reveals Secrets on How Wireless Power Is Possible

uBeam revealed November 7 how their wireless power technology can charge phones without wires, dispelling rumors of inefficiency and being unsafe.

Nov 09, 2015 10:27 PM EST


Google Acquires Photo Video app maker Fly Labs

Google acquired New York City-based he photo and video editing software maker Fly Labs, the company responsible for apps like Flt, Tempo, Crop, and Clips in the iOS App Store.

Nov 09, 2015 8:01 PM EST