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Amber Waves of Grain Are Up By 28%

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Consumer

United Steps Up Its Game in Competition for Jet-Setting US Travelers

United plans its biggest network expansion ever in 2027 as America’s two most profitable airlines fight for Americans traveling overseas.

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Media & Entertainment

Is Netflix Getting Its Groove Back?

One analyst says investors disenchanted with Netflix have lost the plot (in much the same way as the final season of Stranger Things).

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Thematics & Sectors

Bitcoin Rise Tests ETF Demand

Investors piled into bitcoin funds over the past week as its price rose significantly from this year’s low point, but still trail October’s $126,000 high mark..

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ETF Upside

Why Northern Trust Nixed the FlexShares Name

More than a few companies include “shares” in ETF product titles, and Northern Trust is among a few that have changed course.

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