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Republicans pull healthcare bill before vote
The White House pulled its proposed bill to reform the US healthcare system at the last moment despite what some had assumed to be widespread Republican support to revamp Obamacare.
US durable goods orders jump in February, but details weaker
Orders for goods meant to last more than three years jumped in February on the back of a large increase in those for civilian aircraft.
US open: Stocks edge higher ahead of second healthcare bill vote
Ahead of the second attempt on the Congressional vote on the Republican healthcare bill, US stocks were trading slightly higher on Friday, but were on course for their worst weekly performance in months.
Federal Reserve in better position to stop balance sheet reinvestment, Bullard says
The US central bank may now be in a better position to stop reinvesting the proceeds of its assets in acquiring new ones, a top member of the Federal Reserve said.
Trump faces key healthcare vote as Republicans mull ultimatum
Donald Trump has handed out an ultimatum to his Republican colleagues in Congress ahead of a crucial vote on healthcare reform on Friday - vote it in or the US sticks with Obamacare.