Consumer sentiment for November fell more than anticipated in the final reading of the month, although the index remained near record highs.

Amid prolonged trade disputes and rising interest rates, the global economy will continue to slow down next year, according to the latest forecasts from the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development.

WASHINGTON — Shoppers heading online to purchase holiday gifts will find they’re being charged sales tax at some websites where they weren’t before. The reason: the Supreme Court.

Among the biggest risers on the S&P 500 on Friday November 23 was American Airlines Group Inc. ($AAL), popping some 4.52% to a price of $37.95 a share with some 6.12 million shares trading hands.

Among the S&P 500’s biggest fallers on Friday November 23 was Apache Corporation (APA). The stock experienced a 3.25% decline to $34.86 with 1.86 million shares changing hands.

Among the S&P 500’s biggest fallers on Friday November 23 was Apple Inc. (AAPL). The stock experienced a 2.54% decline to $172.29 with 23.61 million shares changing hands.

US-based Pearson Candy Co. has been acquired by local private-equity firm Spell Capital Partners for an undisclosed sum.

High competition, concern about late stage of the cycle make private equity fund managers more cautious in striking deals.

Japan has an increasing number of vacant homes — a problem that’s set to persist because of an aging and shrinking population that has left many towns and villages empty.

The days of London house price rises hugely outpacing inflation won’t be returning anytime soon, even if Britain and the EU strike a Brexit deal.