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Former President George H.W. Bush, who passed away Friday at age 94, presided over a time of tumultuous economic and global events. Wall Street Journal chief economics commentator Greg Ip discusses the 41st U.S. president's legacy.

P.M. Edition for November 30: Marriott International says a data breach in its Starwood reservations system affected as many as 500 million customers. The Wall Street Journal's Aisha Al-Muslim says the hacked data included credit card information and passport numbers.

A.M. Edition for November 30th: A proposed change in federal regulations could mean your next home appraisal will be done by a computer, not a human being. The Wall Street Journal's Ryan Dezember has the details.

P.M. Edition for November 29th: Former Trump lawyer Michael Cohen pleads guilty to lying to Congress. Plus, U.S. life expectancy falls as suicides and drug overdoses spike. The Wall Street Journal's Betsy McKay has more.

A.M. Edition for November 29th: Independent beauty companies -- and the celebrities and influencers who back them -- are forcing the $52 billion beauty industry to rethink its strategies in courting consumers. The Wall Street Journal's Jaewon Kang has the details.

P.M. Edition for November 28th: Less trade means less choice for consumers - especially when it comes to cars. The Wall Street Journal's Chief Economics Commentator Greg Ip has more details on how protracted trade battles are impacting consumers.

A.M. Edition for November 28th: The U.S. housing market, which makes up a sixth of the U.S. economy, has been a persistent weak spot. The Wall Street Journal's Laura Kusisto has more details on the factors at play, and what we can expect in the months ahead.

P.M. Edition for November 27: General Motors is cutting more than 14 thousand jobs and idling several North American plants. The Wall Street Journal's Mike Colias says GM, like other carmakers, is shifting away from unprofitable sedans to focus on SUVs and pickups.

A.M. Edition for November 27th: The United Parcel Service is putting billions of dollars worth of improvements to the test, as it prepares to handle hundreds of millions of deliveries this holiday season. The Wall Street Journal's Paul Ziobro has the details.

P.M. Edition for November 26th: Bitcoin is getting a vote of confidence in Ohio. Beginning this week, businesses will be able to register online, to use the cryptocurrency to pay their taxes. The Wall Street Journal's Paul Vigna has the details.

A.M. Edition for November 26: The Wall Street Journal's Harriet Torry previews the week's economic calendar. Highlights include minutes from the last Fed meeting, an update on third quarter economic growth and a report on income and spending.

P.M. Edition for November 23: The holiday shopping season is here. And with thousands of stores having closed this year, surviving retailers stand to benefit from displaced shoppers hunting for new places to buy gifts. More from the Wall Street Journal's Suzanne Kapner.

A.M. Edition for November 23rd: In addition to the technological challenges of bringing autonomous vehicles to the road, self-driving cars are also facing a lot of political backlash. The Wall Street Journal's Mike Colias has more on the concerns local politicians are voicing.

Edition for November 22nd: Black Friday is getting a little more complicated for shoppers, even if they're doing their shopping from home. That's because retailers are rolling out even more pick-up and delivery options, to help them compete with Amazon. The Wall Street Journal's Khadeeja Safdar and Suzanne Kapner talk about changes to holiday shopping.

P.M. Edition for November 21: The Wall Street Journal says Amazon is working to persuade brick-and-mortar stores to accept Amazon Pay, its digital wallet. WSJ's AnnaMaria Andriotis says Amazon is going up against Apple in the mobile payments sector.

A.M. Edition for November 21st: The "Amazon Effect" is set to hit Long Island City, in Queens, New York, and Crystal City, in Northern Virginia, and real-estate firms are preparing for a real-estate boom. The Wall Street Journal's Keiko Morris has the details.

P.M. Edition for November 20: Retailers including Target and Best Buy reported strong sales for the latest quarter. But the Wall Street Journal's Khadeeja Safdar says retailers' profit margins have been dinged by factors such as rising investments.

A.M. Edition for November 20th: With Facebook under increasing pressure, CEO Mark Zuckerberg has adopted a more aggressive style. But that's creating internal tensions at the company. The Wall Street Journal's Deepa Seetharaman has the details.

P.M. Edition for November 19th: Apple is facing lower-than-expected demand for its new iPhones, and that's causing trouble along the company's supply chain, with suppliers having to adjust their business. The Wall Street Journal's Tripp Mickle has the details.

Thanksgiving week brings a light economic calendar. But we will see some data on housing, durable goods orders, and consumer sentiment. The Wall Street Journal's Sarah Chaney has the details.

P.M. Edition for November 16th: Some college football fans are struggling with a change in the nation's tax code that no longer allows them to write-off the bulk of their season-ticket costs. The Wall Street Journal's Rachel Bachman has more on the changes.

A.M. Edition for November 16th: A fight is brewing between federal regulators and big tobacco, as the Food and Drug Administration moves forward with plans for a nationwide ban on menthol cigarettes. The Wall Street Journal's Jennifer Maloney has the details.

P.M. Edition for November 15th: The world's largest retailer has good news heading into the holiday season. Walmart posted strong sales in the third quarter, as we head into the busy shopping season. The Wall Street Journal's Sarah Nassauer has the details.

A.M. Edition for November 15th: Morale is lower among Facebook employees, in what's been a difficult year for the company. Facebook has seen a sharp decline in its stock price, amid ongoing criticism. The Wall Street Journal's Kirsten Grind has the details.

P.M. Edition for November 14th: The Wall Street Journal has released its first-ever ranking of U.S. Airports - and Denver International Airport tops the list. WSJ Middle Seat Columnist Scott McCartney has the details on who tops the list - and who ended up at the bottom.

A.M. Edition for November 14th: Congress will have a record number of women next year. And advocates are hoping to build on that progress by sustaining the momentum of the midterms. The Wall Street Journal's Janet Hook has more details.

P.M. Edition for November 13th: Amazon has named the homes of its new headquarters: Long Island City, in New York, and Arlington County's Crystal City neighborhood, in Virginia. The announcement Tuesday ends a more than yearlong public competition that drew 238 candidates from across the country. The Wall Street Journal's Keiko Morris has the details.

A.M. Edition for November 13th: A split Congress returns to Washington this week with a full agenda. First up: agreeing on a spending bill to avoid a partial government shutdown on December 8th. The Wall Street Journal's Kristina Peterson has the details.

P.M. Edition for November 12th: Firefighters in California are still battling two deadly wildfires - the Camp Fire and the Woolsey Fire. The Wall Street Journal's Erin Ailworth has more details on the damage and the challenges of bringing the fires under control.

The economic calendar picks up after Veterans Day on Monday, with the consumer price index, retail sales, and industrial production data on tap. The Wall Street Journal's Sharon Nunn has the details.

P.M. Edition for November 9: A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration's permit to build the long-delayed Keystone XL pipeline. The Wall Street Journal's Miguel Bustillo says this raises questions about whether Keystone XL will ever be built.

A.M. Edition for November 9th: McDonald's is getting caught in the middle of tensions between the U.S. and Russia. But its solution there, so far, is using more local suppliers, and launching a new marketing campaign. The Wall Street Journal's Thomas Grove has more.

P.M. Edition for November 8th: A split Congress will have several issues to wrangle with, including U.S. trade policy. And Democrats taking the House majority - and demanding concessions - could complicate those efforts. The Wall Street Journal's William Mauldin explains.

A.M. Edition for November 8: Now that Democrats will control the House, Trump and Republicans will likely find it harder to enact policies on issues such as trade and taxes. More from the Wall Street Journal's Chester Dawson.

Election Insights: Executive Washington editor Gerald Seib analyzes the midterm elections that saw Democrats win control of the House. He discusses how the relationship between Democrats and President Trump could play out.

The midterm elections have resulted in a split Congress, with Democrats taking control of the House and Republicans maintaining control of the Senate. The Wall Street Journal's Natalie Andrews, Shelby Holliday, and Byron Tau have analysis and discuss what comes next.

P.M. Edition for November 6: Acting on a tip from law enforcement, Facebook said it took down over 100 accounts engaged in misinformation on the eve of the midterm elections. More from the Wall Street Journal's Deepa Seetharaman.

A.M. Edition for November 6th: Tuesday is Election Day, and there are several key races to watch across the nation, as Democrats look to flip the House. The Wall Street Journal's Josh Jamerson has a closer look.

P.M. Edition for November 5th: There are several tight House races heading into the midterms. And one of the groups to watch is white men with college degrees, whose party affiliation has been shifting. The Wall Street Journal's Aaron Zitner has the details.

A.M. Edition for November 5th: The new week packs plenty of economic data around election day, including consumer sentiment and a statement from the Federal Reserve on Thursday. The Wall Street Journal's Harriet Torry has the details.

P.M. Edition for November 2: How much is your cell phone's location data worth to Wall Street? The Wall Street Journal's Ryan Dezember says a handful of companies are supplying investors with smartphone data detailing where you go and where you may spend your money.

Special Edition for November 2: Analysis of the October employment report. Employers added 250,000 jobs to the U.S. economy, and the unemployment rate held steady at 3.7%. Principal Global Investors chief global economist Bob Baur discusses how wage growth is benefiting nearly all income classes, and how the Federal Reserve is likely to respond.

A.M. Edition for November 2nd: As U.S. companies face higher costs due to tariffs and other factors, more are passing them along to consumers, by increasing prices. The Wall Street Journal's Austen Hufford has more on how that's raising fears of inflation.

P.M. Edition for November 1: Open enrollment began Thursday for the Affordable Care Act. Republican efforts to chip away at the ACA are causing new uncertainty about the law's stability. More from the Wall Street Journal's Stephanie Armour.

A.M. Edition for November 1st: U.S. economic growth hit a milestone touted by the Trump Administration, growing at a rate of 3% over the course of the 12 months ending in September. The Wall Street Journal's Greg Ip argues that rate isn't sustainable.

P.M. Edition for October 31: Bitcoin was meant to be a payments network. But that's not exactly how it's turned out for the digital currency, now ten years old. The Wall Street Journal's Paul Vigna talks about bitcoin's turbulent, eventful history.

A.M. Edition for October 31st: Big tech companies like Facebook and Twitter are under new pressure to root out hate speech on their platforms. But it's still finding a home online. The Wall Street Journal's Keach Hagey has more details.

P.M. Edition for October 30th: President Trump is considering an executive order that would end the automatic right to U.S. citizenship for children born to non-U.S. citizens. But legal experts say such a move is unconstitutional. The Wall Street Journal's Aaron Zitner has more.

A.M. Edition for October 30th: Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway has invested about $600 million in two big financial-technology companies. The investments mark a departure for the company, which typically invests in blue-chip companies. The Wall Street Journal's Nicole Friedman has the details.

P.M. Edition for October 29th: The U.S. plans to send 5,000 troops to the southern border, as thousands of migrants make their way toward the U.S. The number marks a major increase from initial plans to send 800 troops. The Wall Street Journal's Nancy Youssef has the details.

There's a slew of economic data on tap for this week. The big report is Friday's October jobs data. The Wall Street Journal's Eric Morath says we should watch for how fast wages grew during the month.

P.M. Edition for October 26: The U.S. economy grew at a 3.5 percent pace during the summer. That's according to the government's initial estimate of third quarter gross domestic product. The Wall Street Journal's Harriet Torry says consumer spending powered the gain.

A.M. Edition for October 26th: Altria, the maker of Marlboro cigarettes, is pulling its e-cigarette pods from the market, amid concerns over underage use of the devices. The Wall Street Journal's Jennifer Maloney has the details.

P.M. Edition for October 25: Former Vice President Biden and actor Robert DeNiro were among prominent Democrats and Trump critics receiving packages containing explosives. More from the Wall Street Journal's Zolan Kanno-Youngs.

A.M. Edition for October 25th: Walmart's breakup with Synchrony points to a larger problem for banks hoping to partner with retailers to offer store credit cards. The Wall Street Journal's AnnaMaria Andriotis explains why big retailers now have more leverage.

P.M. Edition for October 24: In an interview with the Wall Street Journal, President Trump stepped up his criticism of Fed and its chairman Jerome Powell. Mr. Trump said the Fed's interest rate hikes were the biggest threat to the economy. More from WSJ's Mike Bender.

A.M. Edition for October 24th: A new policy under the Trump Administration allows states to offer less-comprehensive health plans - and remain eligible for federal subsidies. The Wall Street Journal's Michelle Hackman has the details.

P.M. Edition for October 23rd: Global stocks fell on Tuesday, amid growing concerns over continued economic growth. Lackluster earnings reports from industrial giants added to investors' worries. The Wall Street Journal's Akane Otani has the details.

A.M. Edition for October 23rd: U.S. bank customers are moving billions of dollars out of accounts that don't earn interest into higher-yield alternatives. The Wall Street Journal's Rachel Ensign has the details.

P.M. Edition for October 22nd: U.S. steel producers have been more successful than other industries in getting rid of tariffs they don't want. The Wall Street Journal's Inti Pacheco has the details - and more on why critics say the industry's getting preferential treatment.

A.M. Edition for October 22nd: This week brings the Federal Reserve's Beige Book, housing and trade data, and consumer sentiment and third-quarter GDP. The Wall Street Journal's Sarah Chaney breaks down what to look for in a busy week of economic data.

P.M. Edition for October 19: Amazon.com has reportedly revisited several cities as a decision looms on where to locate its second headquarters. The Wall Street Journal's Laura Stevens says Amazon appears to be favoring an urban site.

A.M. Edition for October 19th: Facebook is working to crack down on misinformation that appears on its platform, ahead of the midterm elections. But human fact checkers are struggling to keep up. The Wall Street Journal's Deepa Seetharaman has the details.

P.M. Edition for October 18: President Trump tweeted that he would deploy the military and close the southern border if Mexico didn't stop the flow of Latin American migrants. Plus, the President was briefed by Secretary of State Pompeo about journalist Jamal Khoshoggi's disappearance. More from the Wall Street Journal's Vivian Salama.

A.M. Edition for October 18th: Michael devastated crops in Georgia, including pecan trees and cotton. The Wall Street Journal's Cameron McWhirter says farmers were expecting a strong season before the storm hit.

P.M. Edition for October 17: Minutes from the last Fed policy meeting signal more interest rate increases ahead, even as President Trump says he's not happy with the rate hikes. More from the Wall Street Journal's Kate Davidson.

A.M. Edition for October 17th: Walmart's acquisition of Indian e-commerce giant Flipkart - its largest ever at $16 billion - is expected to hurt the company's profits this year and next. The Wall Street Journal's Sarah Nassauer has the details.

P.M. Edition for October 16th: Uber's valuation has nearly doubled, according to proposals from Wall Street banks that place its worth at $120 billion. The Wall Street Journal's Maureen Farrell has the details, as the ride-hailing company prepares for a possible IPO.

A.M. Edition for October 16th: Sears' bankruptcy filing on Monday marks a dramatic downfall for one of the 20th century's biggest retailers. It's also a sign of the changing retail landscape. The Wall Street Journal's Suzanne Kapner has more.

P.M. Edition for October 15th: Several western executives have pulled out of Saudi Arabia's premier business conference, as questions swirl over the disappearance of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi. The Wall Street Journal's Benoit Faucon has more on how that's impacting Saudi stocks and investment from the west.

The Federal Reserve releases the minutes from its September meeting on Wednesday. We'll also see retail sales data on Monday, and several reports on the housing market. The Wall Street Journal's Sharon Nunn has more on the economic data out this week.

P.M. Edition for October 12: Hurricane Michael roared into North Carolina, dumping around ten inches on a state trying to recover from Hurricane Florence. More from the Wall Street Journal's Valerie Bauerlein.

A.M. Edition for October 12th: Hundreds of McDonald's franchise operators want more information from the company, on how it plans to boost sales - as they're being asked to foot the bill for restaurant upgrades. The Wall Street Journal's Julie Jargon has the details.

P.M. Edition for October 11: Social Security recipients will see a 2.8 percent increase in their benefits next year. The Wall Street Journal's Eric Morath says it's the largest cost-of-living adjustment in seven years.

A.M. Edition for October 11th: The U.S. Justice Department has cleared the way for a merger between CVS and Aetna, clearing a major hurdle as the companies look to finalize their nearly $70 billion deal. The Wall Street Journal's Anna Wilde Mathews has the details.

Special Edition: Stocks saw their biggest decline in more than seven months on Wednesday, following a broad retreat from technology stocks. The Dow fell more than 800 points - a decline of more than 3%. The Wall Street Journal's Mike Wursthorn explains what happened.

P.M. Edition for October 10: We talk with the Wall Street Journal's Arian Campo-Flores about Hurricane Michael, the strongest hurricane ever to hit the Florida Panhandle.

A.M. Edition for October 10th: Midterm election ads are in full swing. And an analysis by The Wall Street Journal finds Democrats are highlighting healthcare, above jobs and taxes. The Wall Street Journal's Julie Bykowicz has the details.

P.M. Edition for October 9th: In a rare move for an oil company, Exxon Mobil has announced it's committing up to $1 million to a campaign backing a carbon tax. The Wall Street Journal's Tim Puko has more on the oil giant's decision.

A.M. Edition for October 9th: The demise of Toys "R" Us is changing the retail landscape this holiday season. And analysts say last-minute shoppers could have a tougher time getting the hottest items. The Wall Street Journal's Paul Ziobro has the details.

P.M. Edition for October 8th: The battle over Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation is in the spotlight in the run-up to the midterms, with both parties seizing on the strong emotions ignited by the newest Supreme Court justice. The Wall Street Journal's Janet Hook has the details.

A.M. Edition for October 8th: This week brings a lighter economic calendar than the first full week of October, but it picks up midweek with the producer and consumer price indexes, plus consumer sentiment. The Wall Street Journal's Harriet Torry has the details.

The U.S. Senate confirmed Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the U.S. Supreme Court on Saturday, with 50 in favor and 48 opposing. The Wall Street Journal's Siobhan Hughes has more on the contentious nomination process and what comes next.

P.M. Edition for October 5: Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court nomination advances toward a final vote. Plus, the Wall Street Journal's Eric Morath talks about September's employment report, which saw slower hiring but the jobless rate falling to 3.7 percent.

Special Edition for October 5: Analysis of the September employment report. Employers added 134,000 jobs to the U.S. economy, and the unemployment rate ticked lower to 3.7%, the lowest in 49 years. PNC Financial Services Group's Gus Faucher explains the tightness of the labor market, and how recent trade deals could impact future hiring.

A.M. Edition for October 5th: It's been three weeks since Hurricane Florence made landfall in North Carolina, and although most of the floodwaters have receded, many residents are still struggling. The Wall Street Journal's Valerie Bauerlein has an update.

P.M. Edition for October 4: The White House says it's found no support in the FBI probe for claims against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. More from the Wall Street Journal's Rebecca Ballhaus.

A.M. Edition for October 4th: More robots will be helping out in retail this holiday season, performing tasks that include sorting and checking inventory. The Wall Street Journal's Jennifer Smith has the details.

P.M. Edition for October 3: Despite President Trump's tough trade stance, his new "America First" trade agreement has limits. That's because it faced resistance from lawmakers, business and Canada, according to the Wall Street Journal's Greg Ip.

A.M. Edition for October 3rd: Regulators are growing more concerned with manipulation in cryptocurrencies. One of the threats is automated trading programs, or bots, that can manipulate prices and currently operate largely unchecked. The Wall Street Journal's Paul Vigna has the details.

The Wall Street Journal has learned that President Trump directed his then-lawyer, Michael Cohen, to seek a restraining order against adult-film actress Stormy Daniels back in February, after learning that she was planning to talk about an alleged affair with the president, in violation of a non-disclosure agreement. The Wall Street Journal's Joe Palazzolo has the latest details.

A.M. Edition for October 2nd: As part of a settlement reached with securities regulators over the weekend, Elon Musk will step down as chairman of Tesla, but remain the company's CEO. The settlement sent Tesla shares soaring more than 17% on Monday. The Wall Street Journal's Tim Higgins has the details on what the settlement means for Musk and the company.

P.M. Edition for October 1st: The U.S. and Canada reached a last-minute trade deal on Sunday, allowing Canada to join the U.S. and Mexico in a re-write of Nafta. The Wall Street Journal's Jacob Schlesinger has the details.

A.M. Edition for October 1st: The first week of October brings the latest jobs report, plus new data on the manufacturing sector. The Wall Street Journal's Eric Morath has the details on the economic data out this week.

Stocks climbed to record highs in the third quarter, but ended the day little changed on the final trading day of the period. The Wall Street Journal's Akane Otani talks about this week's market movers, and the question of whether we're nearing a market top.

P.M. Edition for September 28th: Many are asking what the electric-car company would look like without CEO Elon Musk, after securities regulators sued him for fraud. They're also seeking Musk's removal from the company. The Wall Street Journal's Tim Higgins has more.

A.M. Edition for September 28th: Some cities and states, including Seattle and New York, are looking into ways to make work hours more predictable for shift workers employed in industries including fast-food, retail, and hospitality. The Wall Street Journal's Rachel Feintzeig has more on how those efforts are likely to impact workers and their employers.