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Firms must prevent sexual harassment at work under new law
Apr 18, 2023, 7:01 PM
What counts as sexual harassment and what should you do if you experience it at work?
Musk Wins Appeal Over Tweet He Had to Delete About Union Push
Oct 25, 2024, 9:41 PM
The Fifth Circuit court ruled that the 2018 post was protected speech. It also vacated an order to reinstate a pro-union Tesla worker who was fired.
Walmart maintains the upper hand as it battles Target for Americans' wallets
Oct 25, 2024, 6:35 PM
Walmart continues to lure in Americans with its low value. That's expected to continue into the holiday season.
Why Nike, Starbucks and Boeing have lost their magic
Oct 25, 2024, 6:37 PM
Three quintessentially American companies — Starbucks, Nike and Boeing — share a common predicament at the moment.
Chipotle's secret to growth: How it invests in workers
Oct 25, 2024, 3:36 PM
Chipotle's investments in employees seem to be paying off.
France’s Financial Morass Produces a Harsh Critique From Moody’s
Oct 25, 2024, 6:10 PM
The financial ratings agency, citing a “fiscal deterioration” with rising borrowing and a political logjam, downgraded its outlook for French debt.
WordPress v WP Engine: Why the feud matters to the internet
Oct 25, 2024, 5:55 PM
WordPress's tools are used by 40% of the world's websites, making this a spat with big consequences.
Chancellor expected to hike employers National Insurance
Oct 25, 2024, 5:33 PM
Rachel Reeves is also expected to lower the threshold for when employers start paying the tax, in next week's Budget.
Biden Administration Floats Student Loan Relief for Borrowers Facing Hardship
Oct 25, 2024, 4:48 PM
The proposal, which faces tough legal prospects, would offer forgiveness to millions of borrowers who are unable to pay back their loans because of financial setbacks.
Federal judge blocks luxury brand merger between Tapestry and Capri
Oct 25, 2024, 4:14 PM
A federal judge issued a ruling blocking the pending merger of luxury fashion brands Tapestry and Capri on the grounds it would undercut competition in the handbag market.
Stock market today: Nasdaq closes near record high amid rough week for stocks
Oct 25, 2024, 4:04 PM
Stocks are reviving somewhat as a pullback in US bond yields lifted some recent pressure on risk appetite.
Biden rolls out another student debt relief plan, this time targeting borrowers at risk of default
Oct 25, 2024, 3:19 PM
Up to 8 million borrowers could see part or all of their debt wiped away under President Biden's latest student loan relief plan.
Spirit Airlines plans to sell planes, cut jobs
Oct 25, 2024, 2:42 PM
Spirit Airlines announced in a regulatory filing this week that it agreed to sell some of its planes and plans to cut its workforce as it seeks to raise cash.
Former Model Stacey Williams Accuses Trump of Groping Her During Visit With Epstein
Oct 25, 2024, 2:23 PM
The swimsuit model Stacey Williams said Jeffrey Epstein brought her to Trump Tower, where the future president groped her. Mr. Trump’s campaign denied it.
Mark Cuban asked where it all went 'wrong' with Trump: 'Lousy president'
Oct 25, 2024, 1:59 PM
Mark Cuban admitted that former President Trump can be "fun to hang around, charismatic," but he'll become "a worse" leader for America if elected to a second term.
Chinese Hackers Are Said to Have Targeted Phones Used by Trump and Vance
Oct 25, 2024, 2:03 PM
The Trump campaign was informed this week that hackers may have gained access to data from the phones through a breach of American telecommunications systems.
E. Coli Outbreak Widens to 75 Cases Linked to McDonald’s
Oct 25, 2024, 1:40 PM
Health officials say that recalls of onions — the suspected source of the contamination — would help lessen the risk to consumers. Other major fast-food chains have also stopped offering onions.
Why have solar stocks have been so volatile? One reason: The specter of a Republican victory in November.
Oct 25, 2024, 1:20 PM
The Invesco Solar ETF (TAN) is down 28% since the start of 2024 amid a difficult year for solar. Investors are worried about the election and interest rates.
Microsoft boss gets 63% pay rise despite asking for reduction
Oct 25, 2024, 12:49 PM
Satya Nadella asked for a reduction because of cyber attacks the firm suffered - but still saw his earnings increase massively.
Overlooked No More: Margaret E. Knight, Innovator of the Flat-Bottomed Paper Bag
Oct 25, 2024, 12:44 PM
She came up with a method of automation so that workers would not have to make the bags by hand. Then she fought for credit for her work.
Abercrombie Confronts Sex Trafficking Accusations Against Mike Jeffries, Ex-CEO
Oct 25, 2024, 12:49 PM
Recent sex trafficking charges against Michael Jeffries could implicate the retailer, too, as it tries to close a tumultuous chapter in its history.
Washington Post Says It Won’t Endorse Anyone for President
Oct 25, 2024, 12:28 PM
Will Lewis, the company’s chief executive, said the paper was “returning to our roots” of not endorsing presidential candidates.
Harley-Davidson cuts revenue forecast on inflation, DEI backlash
Oct 25, 2024, 12:17 PM
Harley-Davidson lowered its revenue forecast for 2024 as stubborn inflation, high interest rates and consumer blowback from a DEI controversy impacted the motorcycle maker's sales.
Another bad quarter for NYCB shows CRE problems are not yet behind banks
Oct 25, 2024, 10:41 AM
Regional lender New York Community Bancorp delayed its plan to become profitable to 2026, offering a new reminder that commercial real estate problems are not totally in the rear-view mirror of US banks.
Russia Raises Interest Rate to 21 Percent, Its Highest in Decades
Oct 25, 2024, 10:43 AM
Military spending and recruitment are causing the country’s economy to overheat, leaving regulators in a struggle to rein in rising prices.
Stock market today: Stocks climb as Treasury yields ease, but weekly losses loom
Oct 25, 2024, 9:31 AM
Stocks are reviving somewhat as a pullback in US bond yields lifted some recent pressure on risk appetite.
Stock market today: Stocks inch up as Treasury yields ease, but weekly losses loom
Oct 25, 2024, 9:31 AM
Stocks are reviving somewhat as a pullback in US bond yields lifted some recent pressure on risk appetite.
Elon Musk might be hurting Donald Trump more than helping: YF survey
Oct 25, 2024, 9:16 AM
In an online survey, Yahoo Finance users said Elon Musk's support for Donald Trump's presidential campaign makes them less likely to vote for the former president.
Chart analyst Carter Worth breaks down his most important technical indicator
Oct 25, 2024, 8:59 AM
There are many technical indicators for traders to choose from. For Carter Worth, there's one that stands out above all others.
‘Trump Trade’ of Large Tariffs and Deficits Looms as Market Braces for 2024 Election
Oct 25, 2024, 5:05 AM
As investors have focused on the potential fiscal and economic impact of the Republican candidate’s proposals, yields on Treasury debt have risen.
Are Elon Musk and Vladimir Putin Talking?
Oct 25, 2024, 8:49 AM
The billionaire has reportedly been in regular contact with the Russian president, heaping more scrutiny on the power and influence the entrepreneur wields over the U.S. government.
Capri stock craters 45% after judge blocks $8.5 billion Tapestry deal
Oct 25, 2024, 8:07 AM
Shares of Capri Holdings plunged after a US judge blocked its pending $8.5 billion merger with Coach owner Tapestry.
Budget 2024: UK pledges thousands of new jobs in freeports plan
Oct 25, 2024, 8:02 AM
Critics have said freeports do not boost actual job numbers, but move investment to a different area instead.
Stock market today: US futures inch up as Treasury yields ease, but weekly losses loom
Oct 25, 2024, 7:24 AM
Stocks are reviving somewhat as a pullback in US bond yields lifted some recent pressure on risk appetite.
Stock market today: US futures rise as Treasury yields ease, but weekly losses loom
Oct 25, 2024, 7:24 AM
Stocks are reviving somewhat as a pullback in US bond yields lifted some recent pressure on risk appetite.
Gold prices rise to all-time highs with US debt mounting, election uncertainty
Oct 25, 2024, 6:25 AM
Gold prices have reached record highs this week amid uncertainty surrounding the upcoming election as well as the continued growth in the U.S. national debt and fiscal deficits.
Texas leads US in job creation over past year
Oct 25, 2024, 6:00 AM
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is celebrating after fresh data shows The Lone Star State is dominating in job creation. Since Abbott took office in 2015, the state has added 2.4 million jobs.
Tesla is still a car company — and for now, that's okay: Morning Brief
Oct 25, 2024, 6:00 AM
Tesla delivered a surprise profit this week and projected an increase in deliveries in 2025. The stock shot up. Despite the other visions CEO Elon Musk has for the company, it's still all about cars for now.
Keir Starmer struggles to define 'working people' tax pledge
Oct 25, 2024, 5:47 AM
Keir Starmer is under pressure to define his election tax promise ahead of next week's Budget.
Election Odds Swing in Trump’s Favor on Polymarket, a Crypto Betting Site
Oct 25, 2024, 5:06 AM
Donald Trump, Elon Musk and CNN have cited election predictions from Polymarket, a betting site where crypto enthusiasts have wagered more than $100 million on who will win the presidency.
Mercedes car earnings plunge as China shuns luxury
Oct 25, 2024, 1:02 AM
(Reuters) -German premium automaker Mercedes-Benz on Friday said third-quarter earnings in the core car division plunged by 64%, massively missing analysts' estimates, as Chinese consumers continued to cut back on luxury goods in a weakening economy. "The Q3 results do not meet our ambitions," CFO Harald Wilhelm said in a statement, adding that the group will step up cost cuts. The July-September earnings were hit by model revamp costs as well as a tough market, especially for new versions of the G-Class SUV, which will roll out in the next quarter, Mercedes added.
Thames Water thrown cash lifeline to survive into 2025
Oct 25, 2024, 3:30 AM
The UK's biggest utility company secures a loan of up to £3bn to help the firm last until next October.