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Bosch sees electric, connected cars opening new markets

The rise of electric and Internet-connected cars is helping German auto supplier Bosch [ROBG.UL] to win new customers as it branches into areas such as software and services, a board member told Reuters. Leasing companies, car parks and technology companies are among the markets opening up to the business, Rolf Bulander said in an interview on the eve of the Frankfurt car show. Bosch’s expertise in sensors in particular is

Verizon says TV streaming could be added to new mobile video service

By Malathi Nayak LAS VEGAS (Reuters) – If Verizon’s new mobile video service go90 succeeds in grabbing the attention of millenials who increasingly watch content on mobile devices, a streaming option for TVs could be next. Verizon Communications Inc, the No. 1 U.S. wireless carrier, launched a trial of its free, ad-supported mobile video product, an app that offers live events, on-demand shows and Web videos, on Tuesday. Companies such

Consumer sentiment in U.S. declines to lowest level in a year

Consumer sentiment declined in September to the lowest level in year as Americans anticipated a weaker economy in face of a global slowdown and turbulent financial markets. Stock market jitters may be shaking some Americans’ confidence in the health of the economy, especially as nations abroad experience growth slowdowns. Sustained improvement in the labor market and low energy prices will help provide a buffer for consumer attitudes, which will garner