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Federal Reserve is expected to raise its benchmark rate

A quarter-point increase in the Fed's rate, currently about 3.6%, isn't guaranteed because Fed Chair Kevin Warsh doesn't provide the signals about next moves that his predecessors did.

September 15, 2026
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Volvo Trucks’ end-to-end autonomous freight enters new phase

Autonomous trucking is set to enter a new phase, advancing toward end-to-end shipment from the hub-to-hub model quicker than previously thought in the sector.

September 14, 2026
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China passes halfway point of U.S. soybean purchase promise

China has fulfilled more than half of its annual U.S. soybean purchase pledge, offering a bright spot for trade between the world’s two largest economies.

September 14, 2026
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Saudi pipeline hit by drones will be out of service for weeks

The disruption threatens exports of 2.6 million to 4 million barrels daily, while Houthi gains along Red Sea routes boosted oil-supply concerns.

September 14, 2026
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafety

Traton teams with Red Hat for software operating platform

The platform will be deployed across Traton’s truck brands, including International, Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus.

September 14, 2026
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Volvo Trucks electric lineup captures 2027 ITOY award

In recognizing the truck maker’s electric models, jurors cited extended range, broad applications, energy efficiency and operational flexibility.

September 14, 2026
BusinessFuelPrivate

Costco nearly doubles price for Kirkland motor oil

Costco's Kirkland Signature full-synthetic motor oil 5-quart two-pack now costs around $58, well above the approximately $30 it had been selling for just last year. 

September 14, 2026
GovernmentBusinessSafetyFuelLogistics

Oil prices increase as Houthis intensify campaign

Brent crude, the international standard, rose 2.7% to $107.46 per barrel. It was at roughly $72 a barrel before the start of the war in Iran in late February.

September 14, 2026
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LTL carriers benefit in Q3 from rebounding freight market

The weight of shipments transported by LTL carriers in the third quarter of 2026 kept rising as an ongoing freight market recovery boosts activity.

September 14, 2026
GovernmentBusinessLogistics

Carney says Canada is ready to negotiate U.S. trade deal

Canada is “not going to slow down” on its efforts to expand trade with other countries, said Carney, who has invited the world’s leading money managers to Toronto for the Canada Investment Summit. 

September 14, 2026

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