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U.S. existing-home sales drop in October to lowest level since 2010
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UK business leaders call for pension reforms to boost domestic investment
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By Emma Farge GENEVA (Reuters) – It will be “hard” to reach a deal on fully restoring the World Trade Organization’s (WTO) arbitration powers
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Canada Infrastructure Bank boosts EV charging network with $210M deal
OTTAWA – The Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) and Parkland Corporation have struck a significant $210 million financing agreement to amplify the electric vehicle (EV)
Economy still flashing recession signs, U.S. leading index finds
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Barclays joins mortgage rate battle with sub-5% offerings
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