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Bond market sounds alarm on economy but it may be a false one for now

However, many in the markets are taking the message seriously. Joseph LaVorgna, Natixis chief economist Americas, said the flattening curve is sending a warning, and many investors will see it that way. The financial sector is among the first areas to be pinched when the curve inverts. “In general terms, …

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Amazon to take almost 50 percent of US e-commerce market by year’s end

You knew Amazon was big. But did you know it was this big? Amazon’s e-commerce sales in the U.S. are expected to reach a staggering $258.2 billion this year, up nearly 30 percent from a year ago, according to a new survey from eMarketer that looks at the company’s sales …

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Retailers get ready for the holidays at the Christmas in July festival

Christmas in July Festival Holiday decorations from Danish retailer Flying Tiger shown at the Christmas in July Festival in London, July 11 2018 For British pottery company Emma Bridgewater, personalization will be hugely popular, but not just for holiday gifts. The company now offers mini mugs with people’s names on …

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