Falling Oil Prices Defy Predictions. But What About the Next Chapter?
Oil is under $90 a barrel, and consumers are benefiting. Geopolitics, the economy and unforeseen events will determine whether the relief will last.
To Escape the War, Ukraine’s Factories Are Moving West
The government is working to save hundreds of businesses from Russian bombs, remaking western Ukraine into the country’s new economic heartland.
WeWork Founder Adam Neumann’s New Start-Up Is Backed By Andreessen Horowitz
After his spectacular rise and fall at WeWork, Mr. Neumann is getting back into the real estate industry, with backing from a major Silicon Valley player.
Over Two Million Infant Swings and Rockers Recalled After Baby’s Death
Hanging straps on certain MamaRoo swing and RockaRoo rocker models posed a risk of strangulation to crawling infants. The company is offering free strap fasteners to consumers.
Activist Investor Buys Stake in Disney and Pushes for Changes
Third Point, the firm founded by billionaire investor Dan Loeb, has bought back into Disney and proposed a spinoff of ESPN, takeover of Hulu and new board members.
Starbucks asks for a suspension of union elections.
The coffee chain, which has filed numerous complaints about procedural issues, asked the National Labor Relations Board to investigate allegations of misconduct during a union vote.
If the Job Market Is So Good, Why Is Gig Work Thriving?
Conventional employment opportunities abound, but online platforms still have appeal — for flexibility or additional income.
Oil Prices Fall After Signs of Chinese Economic Slowdown
A set of weak economic data and unexpected interest rate cuts in China led to a sharp sell-off, driven by concerns over sluggish demand in the world’s biggest oil importer.
Japan Bounces Back to Economic Growth as Coronavirus Fears Recede
A public weary of virus precautions pushed up consumption of goods and services, but the longer-term picture is uncertain as the global economy weakens.
U.K. Police Investigate Online Threat to J.K. Rowling
The author of the “Harry Potter” books was threatened on Twitter after she posted condolences for the novelist Salman Rushdie, who was stabbed on Friday in western New York.
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