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Sales of new cars and trucks rebounded in September in a sign that consumer spending was fairly robust in the third quarter, keeping the U.S. economic expansion on an even keel.

Alphabet’s stock has been the weakest performer among the “Magnificent Seven” over the past three months — but one analyst still thinks it has plenty of shine.

More of us will be living to 100, and we’re not ready.

Cal-Maine, the largest U.S. egg producer and distributor, also said that Hurricane Helene is unlikely to impact its operations.

Sneaker maker Nike Inc. reported falling sales and profits for its most recent quarter, with management stressing that the company’s turnaround would take time as it deals with weaker demand and prepares to bring aboard a new chief executive.

The dockworkers strike began at midnight, leading to shutdowns of U.S. East Coast and Gulf ports.

Stocks felt pressure as Iran launched a missile attack on Israel, but geopolitical worries weren’t the only thing rattling Wall Street on Tuesday.

The materials sector was outperforming the broader S&P 500 on Tuesday, as slumping tech stocks dragged down the U.S. equities benchmark.

Iran’s attack on Israel is “justification for concern” in the oil markets, but some analysts aren’t convinced that the move will lead to any significant, long-lasting disruptions to global crude supplies.

“While there’s no guarantee it will happen, any company split would acknowledge that CVS can’t be the integrated healthcare powerhouse it once thought,” one analyst said.

The stock hit a low of $1.37 earlier in the session, matching its record closing low that was set in October 2023.

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