Inflation in the United States continued to decrease in July, largely driven by a reduction in price pressures on consumer staples like food and energy, as well as physical goods such as new and used cars. The consumer price index (CPI), a crucial measure of inflation, rose by 2.9% in July compared to the previous
Recently, Gilead Sciences revealed that they had uncovered a dangerous drug-counterfeiting operation that targeted their HIV medications. This scheme, allegedly orchestrated out of two pharmacies in New York City, involved tampering with and improperly reselling the medications before reaching the patients. According to court documents unsealed this month, Peter Khaim, a twice-convicted medical fraudster, was
Investors looking to hedge against recent market volatility may find buffer ETFs to be a valuable asset. Bruce Bond, the CEO of Innovator ETFs, points out the advantage of buffer exchange-traded funds in providing protection from the market’s downside. According to Bond, this strategy caters to individuals who want market exposure without fully risking their
The federal minimum wage has been stagnant at $7.25 per hour for the past 15 years. This lack of increase has left many workers struggling to make ends meet, unable to keep up with the rising cost of living. While some states have taken initiative to set their own higher minimum pay rates, there are
Starbucks, a well-known coffee giant, has been facing operational challenges that have impacted its sales and customer satisfaction. The incoming CEO, Brian Niccol, is expected to address these issues and turn the company around. Investors and executives have identified various culprits for the chain’s recent struggles, including operational inefficiencies, a weakening consumer base, boycotts, and
The clash between media giants Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Fox and the internet TV bundle Fubo TV over the launch of their sports streaming service, Venu, has resulted in a temporary injunction granted by a U.S. judge. The lawsuit alleges that Venu would be anticompetitive and poses a threat to Fubo TV’s business model,
SpaceX is gearing up for an extraordinary private mission that is set to mark a groundbreaking moment in space exploration. The Polaris Dawn mission, part of billionaire Jared Isaacman’s Polaris Program, is slated for launch at the end of the month. This mission will feature the first-ever spacewalk attempted by astronauts in a private venture,
Byron Allen, a prominent media mogul known for his interest in purchasing major media assets, has been under fire for consistently making late payments to network owners. This behavior has not only angered his media allies but has also put a strain on potential deal partnerships. The implications of these delayed payments have raised concerns
Zeekr, a Chinese electric car brand, has recently unveiled new batteries that are said to have the fastest charging capabilities in the world. This breakthrough in technology aims to address the long-standing concerns of consumers regarding battery range and charging convenience. The new batteries from Zeekr can go from a 10% to an 80% charge
The recent second-quarter earnings report from Flutter has caused quite a stir in the sports betting industry. The decision by FanDuel not to add a surcharge to offset an Illinois tax hike has sparked a debate among investors and analysts. This move has had a ripple effect on other companies in the industry, particularly rival