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What Trump 2.0 might mean for aerospace and defense stocks, according to Citi

Citi analysts predict resilient defense spending into a second Trump term, emphasizing a focus on China, AI integration in military use, and preparation for multiple global conflicts.

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US weekly jobless claims fall; unemployment rolls shrink

Unemployment claims fell, indicating a steady labor market, despite an October slowdown. Economists expect job growth to rebound with the end of Boeing's strike.

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Asia's airlines blame supply chain woes for disrupted operations

Asia-Pacific airlines face challenges from supply chain issues and increased consumer protections, leading to delayed maintenance and falling airfares despite recovering travel demand.

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U.S. stocks mixed at close of trade; Dow Jones Industrial Average up 0.11%

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Boeing starts issuing layoff notices as planemaker trims 10% of workforce

Boeing plans to lay off 17,000 employees, affected by financial issues and production challenges, while attempting to revive its 737 MAX amid low employee morale.

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Vietnam Airlines to request bids for 50 narrowbody jets next year

Vietnam Airlines plans to solicit proposals for 50 narrowbody jets, maintaining options with Boeing, Airbus, and possibly COMAC's C919 to expand its fleet by 2035.

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Airbus nears deal on funding, payment terms with Spirit Aero, source says

Airbus is set to finalize a funding agreement with Spirit Aerosystems, which is also negotiating advances from customers, including a recent deal with Boeing.

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Boeing strike sinks October deliveries to 14 jets

Boeing delivered 14 jets in October, down from 34 last year, post-strike; production of key models resumes under FAA oversight as orders continue to accumulate.

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Spirit Aero to receive up to $350 million in funding from Boeing

Boeing agrees to provide Spirit AeroSystems with $350 million in advance payments to support the struggling supplier amid ongoing financial challenges and inventory issues.

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China's AVIC reveals uncrewed cargo spaceplane at Zhuhai air show

AVIC revealed Haoloong-1, China's first commercial uncrewed spaceplane, aiming to support the Chinese space station and reduce cargo transport costs to space.