Business
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This Season’s Hottest Shopping Trend: Falling Prices
As inflation slows, prices for some physical goods are falling outright, which could lift consumers’ spirits.
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Difficult Choices for Some Long-Term Care Policyholders
After a settlement of a lawsuit, Genworth, the biggest holder of the policies, said customers could get reduced benefits or…
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The Debate on Wall Street: Did the Fed Pivot Too Soon?
The S&P 500 is on the cusp of a new record high following the central bank’s dovish forecast on interest…
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In Search of Cash, Studios Send Old Shows Back to Netflix
When building their own streaming companies, many entertainment studios ended lucrative licensing deals with Netflix. But they missed the money…
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New Mexico Spaceport Leaves Economic Dreams Grounded
From his tiny gem store in southern New Mexico, Robert Hanseck spends his days untangling chakra beads and answering questions…
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Shein Accused of ‘Mafia-Style’ Tactics by Rival Temu
The two ultrafast-fashion retailers, which both have roots in China, are fierce rivals, offering low-cost items to U.S. consumers.
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Mother Jones to Merge With the Center for Investigative Reporting
The combined newsroom will have more than 70 people.
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Activist Investor Nominates Two to Disney Board, Including Himself
Nelson Peltz, who feels the company’s stock is languishing and that leadership succession planning has been mishandled, is in his…
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Clean Energy Tax Credits Leave the Door Open to Chinese Investment
The Treasury Department pledged to carefully scrutinize foreign investments in the United States for national security threats.
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Key West for Cheapskates
Can a thrifty traveler afford this “end-of-the-road” Florida hot spot? Getting around on a rented bike and staying in a…