'We simply don't know' - JP Morgan struggling to forecast oil prices due to Trump's war with Iran
The bank said it "assumed" there would be economic red lines, like oil at $100 a barrel, that the US would be unwilling the cross.
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Warren Buffett steps down after six decades at Berkshire - 'Father Time always wins'
Since taking control in 1965, Buffett grew a struggling textile mill into a global conglomerate.
Auto industry urges Trump to bar Chinese automakers in U.S. ahead of Xi visit
Leaders of six major auto trade groups joined to sign a letter to the president.
Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary apologises over 'high-fare rapists' remarks
O'Leary described his choice of language as "careless" and said "it won't happen again".
Disney names CTO for the first time as media giant expands tech push
Disney has hired a chief technology officer, a newly minted role for the company, as it looks to further its embrace of tech under CEO Josh D'Amaro.
Wendy's franchisee files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as burger chain struggles
One of Wendy's biggest U.S. franchisees, Meritage Hospitality Group, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Flight chaos caused by 'millisecond' software defect, report says
The failure led to more than 2,000 flights being cancelled and hundreds of thousands of passengers affected.
Workers in New York seek to create first AutoZone union as company resists
Company may have spent about $200,000 to fight union effort in White Plains, where 11 people can vote to join UAW Workers at an AutoZone in White Plains, New York, are seeking to become the first store at the US’s largest auto parts retailer to win a union election, set to begin 25 September, despite a heavy-handed union opposition campaign from the…
We bought our £242,000 home without a deposit - here's how
The share of UK mortgages with smaller deposits is the highest it's been since 2008. The BBC spoke to borrowers about how they manage the risks.
Stephen Curry says his Li-Ning signature shoe will debut early next year
Golden State Warrior superstar Stephen Curry announced in June he was signing a long-term partnership with Chinese brand Li-Ning.
Netflix content chief Bela Bajaria defines event strategy as streamer eyes more live sports
Bajaria said Netflix would be open to a package of international NFL games if one becomes available when the league renegotiates its media rights agreements.
GM touts new V-8 engines in revived ‘truck wars’ with Ford, Ram amid lackluster EV sales
The large, gas-guzzling models continue to sell well in pickup trucks thanks to their ability to tow and haul heavy things.
Charities say gifts by deceased donors are getting held up at financial firms
Nonprofits are pushing back against policies by financial institutions to collect personal information of charity employees before releasing a gift.
Trump and Rubio allies are vying for control of Cuba’s assets if regime falls
Washington and Florida insiders are exploring lucrative deals for a post-communist Cuba crushed by ever-increasing US sanctions Spanish hotel chains . A Canadian mining firm . European shipping giants . Visa and Mastercard . Scores of foreign companies have been driven out of Cuba this summer over fear of being hit with potent, new secondary sanctions .…
NASCAR CEO Steve O’Donnell talks growth opportunities, possible international expansion
CEO Steve O’Donnell said NASCAR's media strategy and the upcoming film "Days of Thunder 2" will help raise brand awareness and broaden its fan base.