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Universal park officially named as government pledges £1.3bn

June 03, 2026 • BBC Business

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Universal has officially named its new UK theme park Universal United Kingdom Resort and announced it will invest £5 billion to build it in Bedfordshire. The UK government is providing £1.3 billion to improve local roads and train stations, aiming to support up to 8.5 million visitors yearly when it opens in 2031.

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The new park is called Universal United Kingdom Resort.
It will be built in Kempston Hardwick, Bedfordshire.
Universal plans to invest £5 billion to build the park and £1 billion more over the first 10 years.
The UK government is contributing £1.3 billion for infrastructure upgrades, including roads and train stations.
The government expects this to create thousands of jobs and boost the local economy by nearly £50 billion.
The park aims to attract 8.5 million visitors annually at opening and possibly 12 million within 20 years.
It will include a free entertainment and shopping area open to all visitors, even without tickets.
About 8,000 permanent jobs will be created after opening, with the majority going to local people.

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CBS fires Scott Pelley after criticism of network leadership

June 03, 2026 • The Hill

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CBS News fired Scott Pelley, a long-time journalist and reporter for "60 Minutes," after he criticized the network's leadership in a staff meeting. Pelley said the top leader was not fit for the job and claimed an executive editor was harming the show.

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Scott Pelley worked as a correspondent for the TV program "60 Minutes."
He made strong critical comments about CBS News leadership during a staff meeting.
Pelley said the program’s top boss was unqualified to lead.
He accused the executive editor of trying to damage the show.
Shortly after his comments, CBS News decided to fire Pelley.
The decision to remove him happened quickly following the meeting.
CBS News is a major American broadcasting company.
“60 Minutes” is a well-known investigative news program on CBS.

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CBS News fires correspondent Scott Pelley from 60 Minutes

June 03, 2026 • BBC US

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CBS News fired Scott Pelley, a longtime anchor for 60 Minutes, due to conflicts with new executive producer Nick Bilton. The firing follows ongoing tensions and disagreements during meetings after a major leadership change at CBS’s parent company.

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Scott Pelley was fired from 60 Minutes by CBS News on Tuesday evening.
Pelley was accused of not supporting the show’s future and refusing to collaborate with Nick Bilton, the new executive producer.
Bilton said Pelley was unfriendly and had a heated argument with him at a staff meeting.
Bilton described Pelley's behavior as uncivil and disrespectful, leading to immediate termination "for cause."
There were multiple failed attempts by Bilton to discuss the disagreements directly with Pelley.
Changes at CBS began after David Ellison, an ally of President Donald Trump, bought the parent company, Paramount, in August 2025.
Other 60 Minutes correspondents and leadership were also recently fired.
Bari Weiss was named editor in chief following the ownership change and is leading the ongoing restructuring.

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The US Must Win the Energy Competition With China | Opinion

June 03, 2026 • Newsweek

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The article explains why the United States needs to produce more energy domestically to avoid depending on unstable foreign sources. It highlights President Trump's focus on increasing American energy production, including solar power and rare-earth metals, to compete with China and protect the economy and national security.

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The U.S. cannot rely on foreign countries for energy due to global instability.
President Trump prioritized making the U.S. a net energy exporter during his first term.
Solar energy, combined with battery storage, is fast to build and important for security.
China dominates global solar manufacturing, battery supply chains, and rare-earth metal processing.
Rare-earth metals are critical for renewable energy and advanced technologies like electric vehicles and drones.
The U.S. needs to increase domestic production of lithium and other materials to reduce dependence on China.
Modernizing the U.S. energy grid to make it less vulnerable to disruption is necessary.
Controlling energy supply is key to preventing economic and security risks from foreign powers.

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Macy's raises annual outlook after the fourth straight quarter of sales gains

June 03, 2026 • ABC News

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Macy’s reported its fourth straight quarter of higher sales and increased its profit forecast for the year. The company credits changes to its products and better customer service, with strong sales especially at its Bloomingdale’s stores.

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Macy’s sales rose 3% in the first quarter, the best start in four years.
Bloomingdale’s sales grew 10.2%, reaching a record first-quarter volume.
Macy’s net income was $63 million, higher than last year’s $38 million.
The company improved its annual sales forecast to $21.5-$21.75 billion from $21.4-$21.65 billion.
Macy’s now expects earnings per share between $2.00 and $2.20 for the year.
Improvements include store updates, closing unprofitable locations, and boosting customer service.
Some Bloomingdale’s success may be linked to competitors’ troubles, like Saks Global’s bankruptcy.
Macy’s and other retailers face challenges from high gas prices and economic uncertainty partly caused by President Trump’s tariffs and the Iran conflict.

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What is the US-China Board of Trade?

June 03, 2026 • Newsweek

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The U.S. Trade Representative has asked the public for input on which non-sensitive goods should have lower tariffs as part of a new U.S.-China Board of Trade. This board was created after President Donald Trump’s talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing to help manage trade and reduce tensions between the two countries.

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The U.S. Trade Representative is seeking public comments on cutting tariffs for non-sensitive goods.
The Board of Trade was established during President Trump’s visit to China from May 13 to 16, 2024.
The goal is to support balanced trade while protecting U.S. economic and national security interests.
Stakeholders from industries like manufacturing, fishing, ranching, and small business are encouraged to participate.
The deadline to submit feedback is July 10, 2024.
The Board of Trade focuses on managing trade in goods, while a separate Board of Investment will handle investment issues.
Tariffs on Chinese goods had been very high, reaching up to 145 percent during the trade war.
Reducing some tariffs could help ease trade tensions and allow for better cooperation between the U.S. and China.

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How Elon Musk’s SpaceX IPO Will Affect Your 401(k)

June 03, 2026 • Newsweek

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Elon Musk’s SpaceX is planning to sell shares to the public for the first time, with a value over $1.75 trillion. When this happens, many Americans could own a small part of SpaceX in their retirement accounts because index funds that track big groups of companies will include it.

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SpaceX is preparing for an initial public offering (IPO), selling shares on the public stock market.
The company could be valued at more than $1.75 trillion at the time of the IPO.
SpaceX has not made an annual profit yet but might soon be added to major stock indexes like the S&P 500.
Index funds automatically buy shares of companies in these indexes, so many 401(k) accounts could hold SpaceX stock without investors choosing it directly.
Only a small part of SpaceX will be available to buy at first, about 5% of the company.
The presence of SpaceX in retirement portfolios will likely be small, meaning it will not greatly affect most investors.
Index companies recently changed rules to allow big new companies like SpaceX to join stock indexes faster.
Experts say owning a small part of any single company is normal in a diversified retirement portfolio and won’t make or break retirement savings.

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Iran, not Trump, lit the inflation fuse

June 03, 2026 • The Hill

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The article argues that rising inflation is linked to actions by Iran rather than policies of President Donald Trump. It suggests that events involving Iran have played a key role in increasing prices.

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The article disputes the idea that President Trump caused recent inflation.
It claims that Iran is responsible for pushing prices up.
Inflation means the general increase in prices of goods and services.
The text associates inflation with actions described as "terror" from Iran.
No specific policies or events by Iran are detailed in this short excerpt.
The article focuses on identifying the source of inflation.
It contrasts the blame between President Trump and Iran.

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Trump threatens tariffs on 60 countries including UK and Canada over ‘forced labour’

June 03, 2026 • Guardian World

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President Donald Trump has threatened to impose new tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% on goods from 60 countries, including the UK, Canada, and the EU, due to alleged failures to stop imports made with forced labor. The US trade representative stated these tariffs are meant to protect American workers from unfair competition, while affected partners, including the EU, have criticized the move and expect the US to follow existing trade agreements.

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President Trump proposes tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on imports from 60 countries accused of forced labor issues.
Countries potentially affected include the UK, Canada, EU, Australia, Japan, China, Brazil, and others.
The EU and other partners say they have trade agreements with the US and oppose new tariffs imposed without mutual consent.
The tariffs aim to address goods made by forced labor, which the US says creates unfair competition for American workers.
Previous US tariffs were ruled illegal by courts, but these new tariffs are planned under a different legal approach called Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974.
A government report showed only a few countries fully enforce bans on forced labor imports; Canada and the EU are among those judged not fully enforcing their laws yet.
The EU’s full ban on goods made with forced labor will start in December 2027, so the US sees this as a gap to address now.
The new tariffs won’t begin right away; they will go through a public comment and review process first.

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Watch live: The Hill’s Invest In America Summit

June 03, 2026 • The Hill

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The Hill is hosting its second annual Invest in America Summit in Washington, D.C. The event brings together key figures from Washington and Wall Street to discuss the future of the U.S. and global economy amid changing political situations.

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The summit is a half-day event held in Washington, D.C.
It features important leaders from both government and finance sectors.
The focus is on practical solutions for economic challenges.
Discussions cover the U.S. domestic economy and the global economic outlook.
The event aims to provide insights during a time of political changes.
This is the second year The Hill is holding this summit.
Topics include investment and economic growth strategies.
The event takes place mid-year, offering a current look at economic conditions.

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US artist sues FIFA over destruction of Dallas whale mural for World Cup

June 03, 2026 • Al Jazeera

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A U.S. artist named Robert Wyland sued FIFA and others for $25 million because they painted over his large whale mural in Dallas without his permission. The mural had been on the building for nearly 30 years, and Wyland says destroying it broke a federal law protecting public artwork.

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Robert Wyland painted a large whale mural called "Whaling Wall 82" on a Dallas building in 1999.
The mural covered about 1,580 square meters (17,000 square feet) on two walls.
Last month, the mural was painted over to make space for new World Cup 2026 artwork.
Wyland filed a lawsuit in Dallas federal court claiming violations of the Visual Artists Rights Act of 1990.
He is seeking at least $25 million in damages for the destruction of his mural.
FIFA denies direct involvement and refers to the local World Cup organizing committee.
The building owner said local organizers asked them to donate the wall space and claimed Wyland was notified, which he disputes.
An online petition to protect public art in Dallas has gathered more than 2,600 signatures.

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She watched a wildfire destroy her town, so she's building fire-proof bunkers

June 03, 2026 • BBC US

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After surviving a deadly 2017 wildfire in Napa, California, aerospace engineer Linda Cantey helped create a fire-proof bunker called Fort that can protect people from extreme heat and flames. Fort and other new wildfire safety products show how businesses are developing costly but innovative ways to protect homes and lives from worsening wildfires.

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The 2017 Atlas Wildfire in Napa burned over 51,000 acres, destroyed 783 buildings, and caused six deaths.
Linda Cantey, who experienced the fire firsthand, worked with a mining company to develop the Fort fire-proof bunker.
Fort can hold up to eight people and valuables, withstand flames and temperatures up to 2,000°F for three hours, and provide breathable air for four hours.
The Fort bunker costs about $60,000, while other wildfire protection solutions, like hydraulic homes and fire-retardant wraps, can cost from thousands to over a million dollars.
Hydraulic homes, made by company HiberTec, can move underground to avoid fires but are expected to be available only by 2030.
The company selling Fort anticipates around 150 orders per year, with bunkers made in Utah and shipped nationwide.
Wildfire activity in the US has roughly doubled in the past 20 years, increasing demand for safety innovations.
Other creative wildfire defenses include using goats to clear grass, though this method can cost more than $3,000 per day.

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Ovo Energy to pay more than £10m over prepayment meter monitoring failings

June 03, 2026 • Guardian World

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Ovo Energy will pay over £10 million after the energy regulator Ofgem found it did not properly monitor vulnerable customers using prepayment meters. Ovo agreed to pay £7 million to a redress fund and provide £3.4 million in credit and debt relief to some customers.

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Ofgem found Ovo failed to properly support vulnerable customers with prepayment meters.
Ovo breached rules meant to protect customers in vulnerable situations.
Ovo will pay £7 million to Ofgem’s voluntary redress fund.
An additional £3.4 million will go toward credit and debt relief for some vulnerable customers.
Ovo is paying £1.1 million to rural customers in the Scottish Highlands and islands due to poor access to engineer support.
The investigation covered how Ovo treated customers with prepayment meters from 2018 to 2024.
Ovo has made changes since 2024, including better policies and training for supporting vulnerable customers.
Ovo was fined £2.7 million earlier for not passing government energy support to vulnerable customers.
German company E.ON plans to buy Ovo, creating Britain’s largest gas and electricity supplier by customer numbers.

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Upcoming billing change could make pregnancy pricier

June 03, 2026 • CBS News

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Starting in January, doctors in the U.S. will bill separately for each pregnancy-related visit and service, instead of using one combined payment. This change aims to reflect the actual care provided but may lead to higher costs for some patients, especially those with high-deductible insurance plans.

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The new billing codes will replace the current bundled payment system for maternity care.
Doctors, including OB-GYNs, support the change to better match the care they provide.
The previous system had a fixed number of prenatal visits and one payment for childbirth, regardless of complexity.
New codes allow billing for varying numbers of visits and different services by multiple care providers.
Patients with high-deductible plans might face higher out-of-pocket costs due to more separate charges.
Insurance companies are concerned about the quick timeline to implement these code changes.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is reviewing the new codes and will decide on their reimbursement levels.
The American Medical Association is working to educate doctors and insurers about the new billing system.

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A US Housing Crash Is Unlikely in 2026—What Experts Are Watching Instead

June 03, 2026 • Newsweek

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Experts say a big crash in the U.S. housing market is unlikely in 2026. Instead, they expect the market to remain slow, with problems like high prices, fewer people selling homes, and not enough new houses being built.

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A full housing market crash in the U.S. is not expected in 2026.
Many buyers cannot afford homes, causing fewer sales and slower market activity.
Homeowners are reluctant to sell, which limits the number of houses available.
There is a shortage of new home construction compared to the long-term need.
The 2008 financial crisis still affects housing by causing past underbuilding and shortages.
Some regions, especially in the South, are seeing more houses available, which slows down price increases.
Home prices have mostly stopped rising quickly since 2022 but remain too high for many average earners.
Future market improvement depends on mortgage rates and increased housing affordability.

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US announces new tariffs over forced labour concerns

June 03, 2026 • BBC Top Stories

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The US government announced new tariffs of 10-12.5% on goods from 60 countries due to concerns about forced labor in their supply chains. This is part of an ongoing effort by President Donald Trump's administration to address imports linked to forced labor after a recent investigation found that these countries have not enforced laws against such imports.

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The new tariffs apply to 60 countries, including the UK, EU, Canada, and Japan.
These countries represent almost all goods imported into the US.
The US Trade Department says these countries failed to stop imports made with forced labor.
The tariffs range between 10% and 12.5%.
This is the second round of tariffs announced after the US Supreme Court struck down many previous tariffs in February.
President Trump criticized the Supreme Court's decision and called the justices "fools."
The new tariffs follow a US investigation that started in March targeting 60 trading partners.
The existing temporary 10% global tariff is set to expire in July unless extended by Congress.

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Rural UK ‘particularly at risk’ of diesel shortages if Iran war continues

June 03, 2026 • Guardian World

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The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) warns that ongoing conflict in Iran could cause diesel shortages in rural UK areas. The group also predicts slower UK economic growth next year and higher inflation through 2026, affected by energy and fertilizer costs linked to the conflict.

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The OECD expects UK economic growth of 0.9% in 2024, up slightly from 0.7% in March.
Growth forecast for 2025 was lowered from 1.3% to 1.1%.
Diesel shortages could happen especially in rural areas if the Iran conflict cuts fuel supply.
Low jet fuel stocks risk hurting trade sectors like pharmaceuticals and tourism.
UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves has acted to help rural consumers facing high heating oil prices.
Fertilizer prices are rising due to the conflict, leading to higher food prices in the UK.
Inflation is expected to average 3.7% in 2026, peaking in Q3, then falling to 2.4% but staying above target.
The Bank of England may reduce interest rates slightly in 2026, as it expects the energy price shock to ease.

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Jim Chalmers is putting a positive spin on the economy, but is the outlook for Australia grim?

June 03, 2026 • Guardian World

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Australia’s economy slowed down sharply in early 2026, with living standards falling for the first time in a year. The slowdown was partly hidden by a big rise in investment in building datacentres, but overall growth is weak and the outlook is uncertain due to global issues like the Middle East conflict and rising oil prices.

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Real GDP growth slowed from 0.9% in the December quarter of 2025 to 0.3% in the March quarter of 2026.
Annual GDP growth remained steady at 2.5% according to Treasurer Jim Chalmers.
A surge in datacentre construction was the largest contributor to recent growth, driven by business investment linked to artificial intelligence.
Most parts for datacentres were imported, which hurt trade balances and slowed overall economic activity.
Household incomes are barely rising enough to keep up with inflation, causing living standards per person to decline.
Consumers spent more on essentials like electricity and fuel but saved less and cut back on non-essential items.
Unemployment recently increased to 4.5%, and a technical recession (two quarters of shrinking economy) is possible.
Economic challenges may worsen due to ongoing global conflicts and rising interest rates by the Reserve Bank to control inflation.

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Tokyo’s Nikkei 225 index tops 68,000 for the 1st time as Wall Street logs more records

June 03, 2026 • AP News

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Japan’s Nikkei 225 stock index rose above 68,000 for the first time, driven by strong gains in technology companies linked to artificial intelligence (AI). U.S. stock markets also reached new record highs as investors showed interest in AI-related shares and job market data signaled economic strength.

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The Nikkei 225 index reached 68,634.74 points, up 2.9%.
Tokyo Electron’s shares rose 13.4% and Advantest’s shares gained 5.9%.
The U.S. S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, and Nasdaq all hit record high levels.
The U.S. job market showed more advertised jobs than expected, indicating economic health.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s stock jumped 19.5% after reporting strong profits linked to AI demand.
Marvell Technology’s stock surged 32.5%, following praise from Nvidia’s CEO.
Nvidia’s market value exceeded $5 trillion despite a slight drop in its stock price.
Oil prices rose by more than $1 per barrel during this period.
Other Asian markets had mixed results: Hong Kong’s Hang Seng dropped 1.7%, Shanghai Composite rose 0.4%, and Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 increased 0.9%.

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Japan’s stock market hits new record as AI boom gathers steam

June 03, 2026 • Al Jazeera

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Japan’s stock market reached its highest point ever, with the Nikkei 225 index rising above 68,000. This surge is mainly due to strong global demand for technology used in artificial intelligence (AI), especially from companies making chips and related equipment.

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The Nikkei 225 index rose nearly 3% to over 68,000 for the first time.
Japan’s stock market is up about 33% in 2026 so far.
The AI boom is boosting stock markets in Asia, including Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan.
Japanese semiconductor companies like Tokyo Electron, Advantest, and Shin-Etsu Chemical saw large stock gains.
Softbank became Japan’s biggest company by market value but recently dropped about 3% in stock price.
Major chipmakers in South Korea and the US reached market values of $1 trillion during the last month.
US tech companies plan to invest roughly $800 billion in AI-related infrastructure in 2026.
Alphabet (Google’s parent company) announced plans to sell $80 billion in shares to fund $180-190 billion in spending next year.

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