Exclusive-Trump set to impose tariffs on Mexico, Canada starting on March 1, sources say

By Jarrett Renshaw WASHINGTON (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to announce new tariffs against Canada and Mexico that will begin on March 1, but will include a process for the countries to seek specific exemptions for certain imports, three people familiar with the planning told Reuters. The tariff situation remained fluid on…

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Homebuilder PulteGroup posts upbeat quarterly results; increases share buyback

(Reuters) – U.S. homebuilder PulteGroup beat Wall Street estimates for its fourth-quarter results on Thursday, as strategic promotions helped boost home sales despite high mortgage rates, sending its shares up more than 3% in premarket. The Atlanta, Georgia-based company said it used targeted sales incentives to spur consumers who have been reluctant to buy new…

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US FDA identifies cybersecurity risks in certain patient monitors

(Reuters) – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said on Thursday it had identified three cybersecurity risks associated with certain patient monitors from Contec and Epsimed and urged healthcare facilities to mitigate those risks. Patient monitors, used in both healthcare facilities and home settings, display vital patient information including temperature, heartbeat and blood pressure….

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