S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Rise
Futures for the S&P 500, Nasdaq-100 and Dow industrials all rose, while European markets fell modestly.
Eurozone Business Sentiment Improves as Rates Fall, Despite Looming Tariffs
The European Commission's indicator rose in January, taking it closer to its long-term average, on better industry sentiment, and consumer mood.
Squeezed by Strong Dollar, Companies Try to Neutralize Currency Swings
Cosmetics brand E.l.f. Beauty considers hedging while Medtronic turns to dynamic pricing in emerging markets.
Look to 'Two Sessions' for Signals From Beijing
China's sputtering economy has seen green shoots of recovery after aggressive stimulus late last year but markets will be closely watching the annual National People's Congress meeting for signs of what Beijing is planning.
Trump Reverses Course on Venezuela, Revoking Chevron Oil License
The move appears to end the U.S. company's work in the oil-rich country and was prompted by what President Trump said was strongman Nicolás Maduro's failure to accept deportees.
Ukraine Growth Forecast Cut as Russia Targets Electricity Network
Ukraine's economy will be hampered by attacks on its electricity network this year, but could strengthen in 2026 if fighting stops, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development said.
Steep Drop in Credit Scores Hits Student-Loan Borrowers
About 43% of those who owe payments haven't resumed making them.
Trump Officials Call for More Cuts to Federal Workers
Agency leaders asked to draw up plans for "significant reduction" of positions beyond previous rounds of layoffs.
The U.S. Plans to Import More Eggs. Will That Help Tame Rising Prices?
Turning to other countries could temporarily boost supplies but industry officials say other fixes are needed to ease bird flu pains.
Higher U.S. Tariffs Unlikely to Boost U.K. Inflation, BOE's Dhingra Says
Swati Dhingra's comments suggest she is likely to continue to vote for cuts in the BOE's key interest rate.
(END) Dow Jones Newswires
February 27, 2025 07:00 ET (12:00 GMT)
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