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Inquiry about farm prices raises hopes for US-China trade talks

China’s Commerce Ministry said Thursday that Chinese importers are asking U.S. suppliers for prices of soybeans, pork and other farm goods. It’s a sign they might step up purchases of American products, a possible goodwill gesture ahead of talks next month aimed at ending the tariff war.

European Central Bank unveils stimulus for uncertain economy

FRANKFURT, Germany — The European Central Bank on Thursday delivered a new blast of monetary stimulus to help the economy in the face of uncertainties like the U.S.-China trade conflict and Brexit.

Calif. lawmakers OK bill giving protections to Uber drivers, gig workers

The California Assembly has approved a bill that would provide new wage and benefit protections to workers at so-called gig economy companies such as Uber and Lyft. If signed, as expected, it could have national implications.

In trade fights, Trump stirs up US allies, too

From Europe to Japan, President Trump has stirred up under-the-radar trade disputes that potentially could erupt within weeks or months with damaging consequences.

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