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Adweek Podcast: Black History Month Edition
AdWeek - 18 Feb 2020 18:54
In a special Black History Month-themed episode of Yeah, That's Probably an Ad, senior editor Nicole Ortiz hosted and spoke with five industry executives on op-eds they've written for us in the past around Black History ...
This sustainable body-care brand makes quality sulfate-free shampoo, conditioner, and body wash -- and everything's under $10
Business Insider - 18 Feb 2020 23:52
Love Beauty and Planet makes personal care products like shampoo, conditioner, and body wash for under $10 each. They smell great, deliver on quality, and are good for the planet, too. They're also widely available in dr...
What 'Rothifying' 401(k)s Would Mean for Retirees
Wall Street Journal - 18 Feb 2020 05:02
Research shows that switching 401(k)s to after-tax contributions would boost tax returns in the short term, but leave retirees worse off.
Lego Turned Kids' Playtime Ideas Into a Blockbuster Movie Trailer
AdWeek - 18 Feb 2020 17:46
There's been a bank robbery, and the thief is armed. With a titanium fish! Lego's newest ad, designed for vertical formats like Instagram, is a blockbuster movie trailer made up entirely of ideas proposed by kids while p...
Jam City will launch RTS mobile game World War Doh on February 20
Venture Beat - 18 Feb 2020 18:30
Jam City announced that its real-time strategy mobile game World War Doh will debut on February 20. A tournament will debut in the spring.
As Bill Gates Picks Porsche Over Tesla, EV Choice Should Be Celebrated, Not Ridiculed
Forbes - 18 Feb 2020 18:51
In a move as predictable as the astonishing acceleration of a Tesla, fans of the electric car brand have been up in arms over Bill Gates' decision to buy something else.
Game Plan: A Musician/Podcaster Starts Thinking About Retirement
Wall Street Journal - 18 Feb 2020 05:01
John Roderick made about $85,000 last year from podcasts. A financial adviser offers him some tips about goals and saving.
China races to contain job losses as coronavirus batters economy
Reuters - 18 Feb 2020 12:39
When cameraman Mark Xia returned to his job this month after holidays, the Shanghai video production house where he worked told him to take three months of leave with no pay, as a coronavirus epidemic takes a toll of Chi...
High Car Prices Are Locking Out Younger Shoppers
Wall Street Journal - 18 Feb 2020 16:10China to grant tariff exemptions on 696 U.S. goods to support purchases
Reuters - 18 Feb 2020 10:07
China will grant exemptions on retaliatory duties imposed against 696 U.S. goods, the most substantial tariff relief to be offered so far, as Beijing seeks to fulfill commitments made in its interim trade deal with the U...
Game Plan: A Couple Wants to Pay Off Debt---and Save for Disney World
Wall Street Journal - 18 Feb 2020 05:00
An adviser suggests a plan for debt reduction, spending and saving for bucket-list items.
Bayer Finds New Herbicide Molecule Amid More Lawsuits
Forbes - 18 Feb 2020 03:42
Bayer announced it found a new herbicide molecule, which is in Phase 2 of early development. The company explains that it offers a new herbicide post-emergence mode of action for the first time in 30 years.
Walmart breaks down how the coronavirus has hit its $10 billion business in China
Business Insider - 18 Feb 2020 23:54
Tingshu Wang/Reuters Walmart's leadership weighed in on coronavirus concerns during the retail giant's investment community event on Tuesday. CFO Brett Biggs said that "sales have been okay" in China, although Walmart ha...
The Future Of Battery Energy Storage Is Upon Us
Forbes - 18 Feb 2020 17:00
Government incentives and private investment are generating excitement - and progress - in utility-scale battery storage.
Papa John's Focus On Company Culture Is Starting To Pay Off
Forbes - 18 Feb 2020 16:37
In just over a year, Papa John's has launched a number of new initiatives aimed at creating a better and more inclusive workplace culture.
Why Restoration Hardware Sends Catalogs the Size of a Toddler
The Atlantic - 18 Feb 2020 13:00
The surprising persistence of the mail-order business
Stocks fall after Apple warns on coronavirus impact
Reuters - 18 Feb 2020 04:42
Asian shares fell and Wall Street retreated from record highs on Tuesday after Apple Inc said it will not meet its revenue guidance for the March quarter as the coronavirus outbreak slowed production and weakened demand ...
Lawsuit alleges PNC built payments product with stolen trade secrets
American Banker - 18 Feb 2020 04:30
A Denver company says that the $410 billion-asset bank used its confidential information to create a copycat product and poach its customers. PNC is contesting the allegations.
Nissan CEO sees earnings, cashflow under pressure this business year
Reuters - 18 Feb 2020 04:10
Nissan Motor Co Chief Executive Makoto Uchida on Tuesday said he expects weak global car sales to keep the Japanese automaker's earnings and cashflow under pressure through the end of the financial year in March.
Mark Hulbert: This one change can improve retirement wealth by 50%
Market Watch - 18 Feb 2020 17:38
How investor psychology can make or break your golden years
Cathay Pacific Airways Sees "Crisis" As Coronavirus Reduces Traffic
Forbes - 18 Feb 2020 02:21
Cathay's financial results for the first half of 2020 are expected to be significantly lower than the same period last year
16 Smart Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund Money Wisely
Money Crashers - 18 Feb 2020 00:30
Every year, millions of Americans receive billions of dollars in tax refunds. Many blow it on dinners out, new clothes, and presents for themselves. But before you get carried away dreaming up inventive ways to spend you...