U.S. job openings hit highest level since 2001
U.S. job openings rose to their highest level in more than 13 years in August even as hiring fell, the U.S. Department of Labor said.
Oct 07, 2014 11:49 AM EDT
Hewlett-Packard to split into two public companies, lay off 5,000
Hewlett-Packard Co (HPQ.N) said it would split into two listed companies, separating its computer and printer businesses from its faster-growing corporate hardware and services operations, and eliminate another 5,000 jobs as part of its turnaround plan.
Chipmakers slide after Samsung's big investment
Micron Technologies (MU.O) was leading a slide in the PHLX semiconductor index .SOX on Monday after Samsung (005930.KS) unveiled plans to spend $14.7 billion on a new chip facility.
Supreme Court dodges gay marriage, allowing weddings in five states
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to decide once and for all whether states can ban gay marriage, a surprise move that will allow gay men and women to marry in five states where same-sex weddings were previously forbidden.
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Toyota, Mitsubishi to halt production at some Japan plants due to typhoon
Toyota Motor Corp plans to halt production on Monday morning at 12 plants in central Japan due to a typhoon that is hitting the area, spokesman Ryo Sakai said on Sunday.
Oct 06, 2014 11:49 AM EDT
U.S. regulators probe steering in estimated 938,000 Ford vehicles
U.S. safety regulators have opened a probe of an estimated 938,000 Ford Motor Co (F.N) mid-sized sedans due to complaints about steering issues.
Oct 06, 2014 11:38 AM EDT
Stellar U.S. jobs data boosts dollar and stocks
The dollar climbed to a more than four-year peak and global equity markets rose on Friday after data showed U.S. employers stepped up hiring in September and the jobless rate fell to a six-year low, further signs of a relatively strong economy.
Oct 03, 2014 11:43 AM EDT
GM's 2025 platform plan: Simplify and seek to save billions
It could be a defining element of Chief Executive Mary Barra's legacy at General Motors Co (GM.N): A drastic shift over the next 10 years from 26 global vehicle production platforms to just four by 2025, a bold stroke that could eventually save the U.S. automaker many billions of dollars in production costs.
Oct 03, 2014 11:34 AM EDT
GM recalls 524,384 cars and SUVs globally in two actions
General Motors Co said on Friday it is recalling 524,384 cars and sport utility vehicles globally in two actions dealing with potential latch and loose part issues.
Oct 03, 2014 11:17 AM EDT
Premium carmakers push standardized cars to boost profit
Premium carmakers Mercedes-Benz, Volvo and BMW are aiming to sell more standardized cars and services to boost profit margins and simplify the complex list of options for buyers -- while also giving them the choice of a bespoke car if they want.
Oct 03, 2014 11:11 AM EDT
September U.S. car sales show industry still strong
U.S. consumers bought more cars in September than in the previous year, but early sales results from leading automakers on Wednesday were mixed.
Oct 01, 2014 11:27 AM EDT
U.S. health experts in Dallas review potential Ebola exposure
U.S. health experts in Dallas were taking stock Wednesday of how many people may have been exposed to Ebola, just a day after the first case of the deadly virus was diagnosed in the United States, the nation's top public health official said.
Oct 01, 2014 11:06 AM EDT
Chic 'protesters' take Boulevard Chanel at Fashion Week
Life is fine on Boulevard Chanel, the street facade created by designer Karl Lagerfeld for his ready-to-wear show on Tuesday, where leggy models in expensive outfits staged a faux demonstration as part of the spectacle.
Sep 30, 2014 11:24 AM EDT
Secret Service chief: White House breach unacceptable, 'will never happen again'
U.S. Secret Service Director Julia Pierson said on Tuesday the recent White House breach by a man carrying a knife was unacceptable and promised it would not happen again.
Sep 30, 2014 11:17 AM EDT
Among Chicago's black voters, disenchantment grows with Mayor Emanuel
Rahm Emanuel won election as mayor of Chicago three years ago in part because of his strength in the African-American community, but enough black voters have since soured on him that a black labor leader is emerging as a potential rival in the city's February election.
Sep 30, 2014 11:13 AM EDT
Global stocks fall, bonds rise on Hong Kong unrest
Global equity markets fell on Monday as civil unrest in Hong Kong weighed on investor sentiment, while Treasury prices rose as further signs of the relative strength of the U.S. economy raised the prospect of higher interest rates.
Sep 29, 2014 12:06 PM EDT
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