Texas records third consecutive day of 1,000 new cases as state reopens

The states of the USA USA They are reopening their doors after week-long coronavirus blockades, while protests erupted in places where home stay rules remain in place. In states like California and Michigan, groups demanded loosening of restrictions. A big week of earnings is coming, and tech giants Apple, Alphabet, Amazon, Facebook, Microsoft and Tesla have reported, providing a first glimpse of how the pandemic has affected some of the biggest companies in the US. USA

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• Global cases: more than 3.3 million
• Global deaths: at least 239,090
• Cases in the United States: more than 1.1 million
• Deaths in the United States: at least 65,068

The above data was compiled by Johns Hopkins University.

Texas reported more than 1,000 new coronavirus cases for the third day in a row as the state heads into its first weekend of reopening the economy with limited measures.

The Texas Department of Health reported 1,293 new positive cases of Covid-19 on Saturday, which is its second highest infection rate in a single day. This also marks the first time that Texas has recorded more than 1,000 cases three days in a row.

Texas now has a total of 30,552 positive cases and 847 deaths. The increase in infection rate comes after Governor Greg Abbott issued an executive order on April 28 allowing certain companies to reopen on May 1.

Retail services in stores and restaurants for dining can operate at up to 25% of capacity. Movie theaters and shopping malls can also operate up to 25% of the total occupation. The governor issued an order to “stay home” on April 2. —Jasmine Kim

The French Health Ministry reported 166 additional deaths from Covid-19, with a national total of 24,760, according to a Reuters report. That number includes coronavirus-related deaths recorded in hospitals and nursing homes.

The number of daily deaths, the number of people in the country hospitalized by the virus and the number of patients receiving treatment in intensive care units decreased, Reuters reported.

France has had one of the highest death rates related to the coronavirus, according to data compiled by Johns Hopkins University. Only the United States, Italy, and the United Kingdom have recorded more deaths. —Sara Salinas

According to World Health Organization data, the United States has just seen its deadliest day up to the time of the Covid-19 outbreak as states across the country begin to ease restrictions and reopen non-core businesses.

The data, which was collected starting at 4 a.m. ET on Friday, they say 2,909 people in the US USA They died of Covid-19 in 24 hours. According to the WHO, that’s the highest number of Covid-19 deaths in a single day the United States has recorded.

The new figures come as state officials across the country reveal plans to reopen the economy and lift restrictions on social distancing. Several mostly southern states have already reopened some retail businesses and lifted restrictions on access to beaches and other congregation areas.

Authorities have said that coronavirus-related deaths are difficult to analyze due to the time it takes for the disease to manifest symptoms and become severe enough to kill someone. It is unclear why the day turned out to be so fatal, according to WHO data. —Will Feuer

Germany, Italy and Spain have added their support to a group of European Union governments requesting that the group’s executive body suspend rules that require airlines to grant cash refunds for canceled flights, France said in a statement, according to a statement. Reuters.

On Wednesday, 12 EU governments asked the European Commission to suspend rules forcing airlines to offer refunds instead of coupons for future travel due to the coronavirus pandemic, Reuters reported.

“I am pleased that a large majority of member states support my request to authorize airlines and shipping groups to temporarily use coupons when trips are canceled, to ease their cash reserves and protect passengers’ rights to a refund,” French Transport said. Minister Jean-Baptiste Djebbari said in a statement, according to Reuters. –Chris Eudaily

Approximately 12.3% of New Yorkers have likely had Covid-19, according to the latest preliminary study results published by Governor Andrew Cuomo.

The survey of more than 15,000 people was conducted to develop a baseline of the infection rate in the state, Cuomo said. “Statisticians will say that all of this is more or less in the margin of error. But it is a large sample. It is indicative.”

The first preliminary result on April 22 showed that of 3,000 people randomly screened in supermarkets and stores, 13.9% of people had antibodies. On April 27, there were 7,397 people surveyed and 14.9% tested positive.

The survey results show the percentage of New Yorkers with antibodies, indicating that they have had the virus and have recovered from it. This could help provide more accurate data on how many people have been infected with Covid-19 in New York, since state officials don’t know the exact number of infections.

“We test every 4-5 days. We have a lot at stake,” Cuomo said. “We always want to see the number drop rather than the number increase.” –Jasmine Kim

The death toll in Italy from Covid-19 increased by 474, the Civil Protection Agency said, according to Reuters.

In Lombardy, the worst affected region of Italy, the death toll jumped significantly. The region reported 329 deaths in the last 24 hours compared to 88 the previous day, Reuters reported.

For the third consecutive day, the daily count of new infections was largely stable.

The total death toll nationwide is now 28,710, the agency said, according to Reuters. Italy has the second highest number of coronavirus-related deaths in the world after the United States, according to data from Johns Hopkins University. –Chris Eudaily

With the hot weather enticing people tired of quarantine to leave, the New York Police Department dispatched 1,000 officers to enforce social distancing measures and other pandemic rules, the Associated Press reported.

“I think in the hot weather people will go outside,” said New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, according to the AP. “You can’t stay indoors all the time. People will go outside and that’s great, you will go for a walk. But respect social distancing and wear a mask.”

New York police have made 60 arrests and issued 343 citations related to social estrangement since March 16, according to the AP. –Chris Eudaily

With the coronavirus pandemic shutting down professional sports worldwide and cutting off vital sources of income, teams could be on the brink of ownership changes.

Charles Baker, a partner at the O’Melveny law firm, told CNBC’s Jabari Young that there are “often one-on-one conversations” between buyers and owners interested in major US teams. As the pandemic continues to impact revenue streams.

To deal with the disruption, some owners may offer to sell a stake in a team, while other opportunities may be available as current partners seek to exit.

Baker, who represented David Tepper in his acquisition of a $ 325 million Major League Soccer expansion franchise, estimated a “potential drop from 15% to 20%” in control of the team and limited partner positions. He said teams that rely heavily on “game day earnings” are at higher risk for property changes. –Chris Eudaily

The number of Covid-19 deaths in the UK rose to 28,131 as of Friday, which is just below Italy, the country with the highest number of deaths from the virus in Europe, Reuters reports.

Italy reported 28,236 deaths from Covid-19 as of May 1, according to Reuters. –Chris Eudaily

At least fifteen states are beginning to reopen this weekend as the government eases some restrictions and stay-at-home mandates that were implemented to prevent further spread of the coronavirus.

States that are beginning the first stage of their reopening plan include Alabama, Colorado, Idaho, Illinois, Louisiana, Maine, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Each state outlines different reopening guidelines, but most allow nonessential companies to offer curbside pick-up, drop-off, and delivery services, the construction industry to resume work, hair salons and barber shops to restart their businesses, and state parks to reopen.

While state governments are working to reopen their economies, social distancing rules and security measures, such as the use of face covers, remain in effect. –Jasmine Kim

Spaniards were allowed to exercise outdoors for the first time in 49 days, as some of the world’s strictest coronavirus restrictions began to ease across the country, Reuters reported.

“We are reaping the rewards of the sacrifices we have made during these long weeks,” Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said, adding that the risk of a resurgence remains, according to Reuters.

Spain has 213,235 Covid-19 infections registered according to Johns Hopkins University, the second highest in the world, and imposed a strict closure in March. Sports and walking were banned, Reuters reported. –Chris Eudaily

US auto plants USA They began closing in March, and some automakers only expected the closings to last for days or weeks.

But most auto plants closed until April, and reopening dates are a moving target.

Car manufacturing faces a number of obstacles to reopen, from worker safety and local mandates to logistics and supply chain supplies.

“It is extremely complex,” said Ford Motor COO Jim Farley.

“It is critical that this restart be successful,” said Farley. A false start could further delay the industry, reports CNBC’s Michael Wayland, which could endanger lives and further complicate matters. –Chris Eudaily

Protesters in at least 10 states on Friday demanded that the government lift orders to stay home and other emergency measures have been implemented to curb the spread of the coronavirus.

Among the states that saw protests are California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Illinois, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Tennessee, and Washington.

The protesters, who were often photographed without wearing face covers, urged the reopening of businesses in their individual states, waving placards with messages against the state leadership. Among its main backers is President Donald Trump, who tweeted words of encouragement to protesters in support of the reopening of businesses across the country to shore up the economy, which has been devastated by the pandemic.

But despite the protests, several governors have said they will determine whether to reopen their states only when they feel it is safe to do so. –Yelena Dzhanova

Berkshire Hathaway’s operating profit increased, but Warren Buffet’s company posted a net loss of nearly $ 50 billion, as the Covid-19 pandemic dealt a blow to its investments in common stock, Reuters reported.

Berkshire posted a first-quarter net loss of $ 49.75 billion, or $ 30,653 per Class A share, reflecting $ 54.52 billion of investment losses, primarily ordinary shares, according to Reuters.

Quarterly operating profit increased 6% to $ 5.87 billion. –Chris Eudaily

Early limited testing and a lack of travel alerts for areas outside of China contributed to the rise in US coronavirus cases. USA In February, a senior official with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Friday, the Associated Press reported.

“We clearly did not recognize the full imports that were taking place,” Dr. Anne Schuchat, CDC’s No. 2 official, told the AP.

The CDC released an article by Schuchat on Friday that looks at the US response. USA In the outbreak, it found that the country’s top health agency missed opportunities to slow the spread, according to the AP. –Chris Eudaily

Farmers and others involved in outdoor markets have had to make changes to adapt to a world with safety in mind, the Associated Press reports.

Some places have instituted tight opening hours or days, drive-thrus and fences, according to the AP.

“The crowds are small and there are not many vendors,” Johnny Gyergyou, who has sold products at Eastern Market in Detroit for 12 years, told the AP. Gyergyou said it is not profitable to carry loads 33 miles from her home to the market, where they cannot sell. –Chris Eudaily

As parts of the US USA Beginning to open after coronavirus home stay orders, hospitals are implementing more security procedures to help reassure people coming for other treatment, Reuters reports.

Hospitals are using plexiglass dividers, evaluating patients ahead of time and limiting elevator traffic as part of a security push before elective procedures and nonessential operations began, which were suspended when hospitals dealt with a series of Covid-19 cases, Reuters reported.

“We have to convey to the public that we are safe … and deferring medical care in urgent situations will cause more harm,” Mark Solazzo, chief operating officer of Northwell Health, New York’s largest healthcare provider, told Reuters.

Medical providers are beginning to tell patients that they can return for non-coronavirus procedures. –Chris Eudaily

Read CNBC coverage of CNBC’s Asia Pacific and Europe teams overnight here: Russia reports the largest daily increase in cases; Singapore prepares to ease partial shutdown