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Insurance, economy, tariffs weigh on Berkshire Hathaway
Reuters - 3 Aug 2019 16:08
Berkshire Hathaway Inc on Saturday said its quarterly operating profit fell more than analysts expected, as weakness in insurance underwriting, a slowing economy and trade woes weighed on the conglomerate run by billiona...
Yum Brands' Recipe For Success: The Story Behind The 2019 Second Quarter Results
Forbes - 3 Aug 2019 10:16
As Yum Brands release a strong set of second-quarter results for 2019, what are the stories behind the figures for the parent company's three subsidiaries Taco Bell, KFC and Pizza Hut?
Oscar Mayer joins the war on ice cream with its Ice Dog Sandwich
USA Today - 3 Aug 2019 05:43
Oscar Mayer's Ice Dog Sandwich has hot dog ice cream with candied hot dog pieces and comes withspicy mustard gelato all on a cookie bun.
10 stores having amazing sales this weekend on home decor and essentials
USA Today - 3 Aug 2019 15:22
This weekend is an amazing type to shop for home goods, as a ton of retailers are launching end of summer sales.
3 Values Required To Navigate Our Ever Changing Future
Forbes - 3 Aug 2019 14:45
By being adaptable, creative, and connecting with others, you will create your future and lower the fear, risk, and uncertainty associated with the unprecedented growth of technology and artificial intelligence.
Ben & Jerry's co-founder announces new Bernie Sanders-inspired ice cream
USA Today - 3 Aug 2019 05:39
A Ben & Jerry's co-founder hascreated a Bernie Sanders-inspired ice cream called "Bernie's Back," which comes complete with a butter toffee backbone.
Spiraling Trade Tensions Threaten Economy as Trump Pressures China
The New York Times - 3 Aug 2019 03:55
The S&P 500 recorded its worst week this year as investors were rattled by renewed trade tensions that threatened to undermine the global economy.
US labor force hits new high amid rising trade tensions
New York Post - 3 Aug 2019 03:26
The US labor force grew to a new high of 163.4 million last month -- a record that was overshadowed Friday by rising trade tensions. The Labor Department Friday reported that 164,000 non-farm jobs were added to the econo...
Why Facebook’s new ‘privacy cop’ is doomed to fail
Fast Company - 3 Aug 2019 02:00
Giving an outside assessor a role in monitoring Facebook’s privacy practices sounds like a great idea, but it’s unlikely to work miracles. The Federal Trade Commission issued its largest-ever fine, of $5 billion, to ...
Dean & DeLuca Sinks Further Into Debt
The New York Times - 3 Aug 2019 00:24
The chain has closed additional stores in the United States as it expands abroad, and told former employees that they will not be paid.
Beleaguered Barneys New York turned down for emergency loan
New York Post - 3 Aug 2019 00:17
Barneys' latest effort to find a financial fix to stay afloat fell flat, The Post has learned. The luxury retailer, which has been on a hunt for a buyer or investor to provide a cash infusion, was rejected by its primary...
Amazon lets Alexa users disable human voice recording review
Venture Beat - 3 Aug 2019 22:35
Amazon's Alexa voice assistant users can now disable human review of their voice recordings by changing settings in the Alexa smartphone app.
You can build a healthier startup without VC money
Venture Beat - 3 Aug 2019 21:12
As a startup founder, it may be hard to imagine not going the VC route. But you could me much better off over the long term if you go it alone instead.
What Do VCs Look For In An AI (Artificial Intelligence) Deal?
Forbes - 3 Aug 2019 16:21
Three venture partners provide some valuable advice.
Apple CEO Tim Cook talks all-time records and accelerating growth in wearables
USA Today - 3 Aug 2019 16:00
Here are some of the catalysts behind the tech giant's return to growth.
Cutting Interest Rates Hurts Retirees the Most
Forbes - 3 Aug 2019 15:48
Rate cuts can help economic growth but the impact of rate cuts is not even across Americans. In fact, it might be that retirees suffer the most from a rate cut.
Beyond Meat Is Changing Dunkin's Image From A Donut To A 'Vegan' Company
Forbes - 3 Aug 2019 15:47
Dunkin' Brands has been teaming up with Beyond Meat to offer vegan-based breakfast items. And change its image from a donut company to -- a vegan company.
Trump defends stance on China trade after new tariffs
Reuters - 3 Aug 2019 15:35
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday that things are going well with China, insisting U.S. consumers are not paying for import taxes he has imposed on goods from that country although economists say Americans are...
The Tax Bite From Selling Your Insurance Policy to Investors
Forbes - 3 Aug 2019 15:20
You can raise some quick cash by selling your life insurance to investors, who are betting on when you die. But the taxes you owe on your payout can be tricky.
Amazon takes on Stitch Fix with personal shopper service
Market Watch - 3 Aug 2019 15:17
Amazon continues to dive into the fashion category with a new stylist service.
Verizon's dumb new 'unlimited' plans could hobble it in the 5G era
Venture Beat - 3 Aug 2019 15:16
Something happened on Verizon's path to becoming the industry leader in 5G, as confusing offerings diluted the strength of its network assets and marketing.
Capital One Hack Puts Low-Profile CEO in Spotlight
Wall Street Journal - 3 Aug 2019 15:00
Capital One is under scrutiny after a hacker exposed the personal information of some 106 million people, raising questions about the technology CEO Richard Fairbank has promoted.