U.S. Retail Sales Increase 1.7% in March Amid Gas Price Surge
Retail sales in the U.S. rose 1.7% in March, driven by a spike in gas prices due to the ongoing Iran war, which has lasted eight weeks. This follows a revised 0.7% increase in February,…
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U.S. Stocks Rise as UnitedHealth Group Reports Strong Profits
U.S. stocks are holding firm as UnitedHealth Group and other major companies reported profits exceeding analyst expectations, boosting market optimism. UnitedHealth's stock jumped 9.4% after it raised its profit forecast for 2026. Quest Diagnostics also…