AP Top Business News at 8:31 p.m. EDT

Biden vows to 'get it done' as talks drag on $3.5T plan

Merck says COVID-19 pill cuts risk of death, hospitalization

Recovery hampered as inflation hits new highs in US, Europe

US auto sales slump, stalled by car computer chip shortage

EXPLAINER: Flood insurance revamp aims for fairer rates

4th year since Las Vegas massacre: 'Be there for each other'

Stocks rebound but still close out worst week since winter

Media company Ozy is shutting down as problems mount

Alaska Air to require COVID-19 vaccine for employees

US factory growth up in September despite supply woes