North American Business Headlines at 9:16 a.m. EST

World stock markets rise as inflation fears subside

US factory output flat for 2nd straight month

Traffic deaths fell slightly in 2017 after 2-year spike

Soda on children's menus could fizz out in New Hampshire

Markets Q&A: Stocks stabilize, but can investors relax?

Energy drives US wholesale prices up 0.4 percent in January

China appeals to Trump to avoid disrupting trade

Uber CEO aims to pare losses and get 'the love back'

Offshore drilling foes, denied microphone, hold rallies

Pyeongchang Olympics showcases Korean self-driving vehicles