The markets were slightly negative today across the board with Dow Jones down 42.44 points at 17,079. The Nasdaq was down by 11 points at 4,559. Finally the S&P 500 is down 3 point at 1,996.
JP Morgan hit by cyber attack
The banking giant confirmed they have been a victim of a cyber-attack compromising customer data. JP Morgan (JPM) and other US banks have been victim to several cyber-attacks this month by hackers. Were Russian motives at work?
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RadioShack shares jump
Radio Shack (RSH) shares are up nearly 40% to $1.52 a share due to rumors of a possible cash infusion by Standard General. Read more about the potential RadioShack Buyout
McDonald's faces more issues in Russia
A Russia's court upholds the temporary closure on McDonalds (MCD) by Russia's consumer-safety agency. Three McDonald's locations have been closed due to alleged health violations (Read: Russian Court Upholds Ban on McDonald's' Moscow Outlets).
Susser and Energy Transfer partners announced approval of merger
Susser Holdings Corporation (SUSS) stockholders voted to approve their merger with Energy Transfer Partners (ETP). The merger will be completed tomorrow, August 29, 2014.
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