Business News
'Coco' Revs Its Engines For A Record-Busting China Run With $7.1M Saturday, Nearly 4x Friday's Total
Forbes - 25 Nov 2017 18:26
Red hot word-of-mouth led to a whopping 270% increase in 'Coco's box office business from Friday to Saturday.
Tesla reveals pricing for its electric Semi truck
New York Post - 25 Nov 2017 05:22
The Tesla Semi looks cool, but the battery-powered big rig's most attractive feature could be its Black Friday pricing. The sleek-looking long-hauler will cost just $150,000 for the 300-mile range version and $180,000 fo...
What the Fed Really Might Fear: A Bear Market
Barron's - 25 Nov 2017 04:37
Stated worries about anemic inflation might camouflage Yellen & Co.'s true concerns.
Tough climb seen for Dems against GOP Massachusetts governor
News Observer - 25 Nov 2017 17:11
As he signed into law new protections for insurance coverage for women's birth control in Massachusetts, Republican Gov. Charlie Baker stood shoulder to shoulder with about three dozen supporters of …
Vijay Nails Another Career Milestone With 'Mersal's ₹250 Crore/$38.5M Worldwide Gross
Forbes - 25 Nov 2017 04:44
The 43-year-old actor can now definitively claim the title of second-highest grossing actor in Kollywood history.
Why the EM Bond Rally Has Legs
Barron's - 25 Nov 2017 04:30
Bond pros are upbeat about EM debt into 2018, fueled by global growth and low inflation and interest rates. One risk factor: tightening credit spreads.
6 Things New SEO Research Reveals About Content Marketing
Forbes - 25 Nov 2017 18:46
Most content marketers know they need search engine optimization skills. But if you really want an edge, snitch ideas from the latest SEO studies. We did.
Holiday Season Increases Obnoxious Behavior In New York
Forbes - 25 Nov 2017 16:57
Be mindful of others in large urban areas, particularly New York and particularly during the holiday bustle.
Wisconsin family donates bar to Historical Society
Miami Herald - 25 Nov 2017 08:01
This has not been an easy year for Barbara Lund and her two brothers, Jim and Tom Wittnebel. Their mother, Lorraine Wittnebel, died in February at the age of 93. …
Canadian charged in Yahoo hacking case to plead guilty in U.S.
Reuters - 25 Nov 2017 01:15
(Reuters) - A Canadian accused by the United States of helping Russian intelligence agents break into email accounts as part of a massive 2014 breach of Yahoo accounts is expected to plead guilty next week, according to ...
Shoppers Spent $1 Million Per Minute At The Peak Of Black Friday
Forbes - 25 Nov 2017 23:27
Retailers are enjoying one of the best holiday seasons ever. Sales started off with a bang, began early and are still going strong.
How to Play Emerging Markets Now
Barron's - 25 Nov 2017 06:53
Emerging markets have roared back despite political drama. What to expect next, and how to update your strategy.
Black Friday turnout the 'best of the last few years'
New York Post - 25 Nov 2017 06:28
It was flashback Black Friday. Deep discounts, giveaways and the old-fashioned fun of filling shopping carts with shiny new goodies lured Big Apple bargain hunters away from the warm glow of their computer screens and in...
Tax Bill Target: Dividends of Companies That Have Done Inversions
Barron's - 25 Nov 2017 05:46
Their payouts would face higher levy than those of other U.S. corporations.
Jeff Bezos now worth $100B thanks to Black Friday
New York Post - 25 Nov 2017 05:10
Jeff Bezos has 100 billion reasons to be thankful this holiday season. Fresh bets that Amazon made a bundle on Thanksgiving and Black Friday pushed the company's stock to an all-time high, making its 53-year-old CEO the ...
Wall Street may suffer with win in suit over whistleblower rules
New York Post - 25 Nov 2017 05:06
When it comes to whistleblowers, Wall Street should be careful what it wishes for. A corporate challenge to Obama-era whistleblower rules, due to get aired before the Supreme Court next week, could backfire on big compan...
Verizon Calling: Why Its Stock Looks Cheap
Barron's - 25 Nov 2017 04:58
The wireless provider boasts a rich dividend and has plans to cut costs significantly. Its archrival, meanwhile, is busy fighting for a merger.
Macy's customers report delays with credit card transactions
L.A. Times - 25 Nov 2017 02:40Travel site looks for errors that produce ultra-cheap air fares
L.A. Times - 25 Nov 2017 17:00Once Again Feds Investigate Ford Models For Dangerous Power Steering Loss
Forbes - 25 Nov 2017 16:55
Once again feds are investigating Ford models for the sudden loss of power assist to the steering. More than 2,000 owners have complained with many describing the problem as dangerous.
Indiana software firm gets $750K to boost customer service
Miami Herald - 25 Nov 2017 16:50
A northern Indiana software company has won a $750,000 grant to refine software intended to help high-end retail stores improve customer service. The National Science Foundation recently awarded Perceive Inc. …
Two Insurance Companies To Buy And Forget For 2018 -- Allstate And AFLAC
Forbes - 25 Nov 2017 16:46
Allstate Corporation and AFLAC Inc. are in the right industries at the right time.