U.S. gasoline prices move lower into holiday travel season
A decline in gasoline demand during the winter months means U.S. motorists should see gas prices inch lower, but only relatively speaking, market reports find.
Conflict of interest mars Michigan oil pipeline review
Michigan's attorney general said the state cut ties with a firm probing risks on a Great Lakes oil pipeline because of ties to Enbridge, the operating company.
British energy lauded for momentum as economy falters
The number of new bidders trying to wade into the British offshore energy sector is a vote for as much as 6 billion barrels of new oil, a trade group said.
Government shutdown looms as GOP seeks short-term deal
The clock is ticking for congressional leaders to keep the government open as current funding runs out at the end of the week.
Larry H. Miller dealerships to be sold to Georgia-based automotive group for $3.2 billion
Larry H. Miller Dealerships will be sold to the Georgia-based Asbury Automotive Group for $3.2 billion, it was announced Wednesday.Â
U.S. retail sales for November short of expectations
Retail sales in the United States rose only slightly in November in somewhat of a disappointing start to the holiday season, the Commerce Department said in its monthly report Friday.
Facebook data center deal goes to New Mexico, not Utah
Facebook has chosen a New Mexico location for its new data center after Utah officials' hesitation to give competitive tax incentives.
Average U.S. gas prices decline for 21 consecutive days
The national average for gasoline prices declined for 21 consecutive days, buoyed by the increase in crude oil production in the United States and lower driving demand, according to retail analysis.
ADP: Hiring slowed, economy created 122,000 jobs in July
July 31 (UPI) -- Private nonfarm payrolls increased by 122,000 jobs in July and saw a contraction in small business positions, according to the newest...
Canadian transit manufacturer Bombardier to lay off 5,000 workers
Montreal-based Bombardier, a multinational maker of airplanes and mass transportation equipment, said Thursday it will fire 5,000 workers, about 7 percent of its workforce.
‘Motor Trend’ names Alfa Romeo Giulia ‘2018 Car of the Year’
Motor Trend magazine named the Alfa Romeo Giulia its 2018 Car of the Year on Tuesday and said the Italian car "reminds us that driving can indeed be joyous."
Reddit user received ‘huge box’ of Secret Santa gifts from Bill Gates
Bill Gates surprised a Nebraska woman with a "huge box" of video game-themed gifts as part of Reddit's Secret Santa gift exchange.
Coca-Cola to acquire Britain’s Costa Coffee for $5.1 billion
Coca-Cola announced the acquisition of British coffee retailer Costa Coffee for $5.1 billion on Friday.
S&P 500 hits new records as major indexes extend win streaks
The S&P 500 climbed to a new record Thursday as U.S. markets extended a streak of increases on the week as more corporate earnings reports filed in.