Major Companies Are Leaving Chicago in Droves — Here's Why
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Company & Industry Overviews
A Timeshare Is a Long-Term Commitment With Legal Ties — Even After You Die
What happens to a timeshare when you die? Is the child of a timeshare owner required to keep the timeshare and pay fees? Keep reading for all the details.
Tupperware Partners With Amazon and Target to Make Products More Accessible
Tupperware started offering plastic food-storage container products in 1946. Selling via home parties was the way the brand first took off. Is Tupperware still an MLM?
What It Means If Credit Suisse Has a 'Lehman Brothers' Moment
Credit Suisse shares dropped to an all-time low has many investors worried that it’s an indication of a similar scenario to the fall of Lehman Brothers in 2008.
Elon Musk Provides Hints About the Optimus Robot Release Date
Tesla's robot could release in the near future, according to Elon Musk. Its robots will be trained to eliminate repetitive and dangerous tasks.
Apple Executive Tony Blevins' "Joke" Went Viral on TikTok, Cost Him His Job
Tony Blevins, a vice president at Apple, found himself in a viral TikTok video recently. Here's what he said and how it will impact his role at Apple.
Do Companies Still Have Vaccine Mandates? The Answer Might Surprise You
When COVID-19 vaccines were first available, businesses had to navigate whether to create vaccine mandates for employees. Do companies still have vaccine mandates in place?
Target Employee Says They Are Cross-Trained to Work as Barista, Sparking Debate on TikTok
TikTok user Auggie (@augustte3n) posted a video revealing Target’s cross-training strategy, which some say has resulted in employees being overworked and underpaid.
Claire’s Finds Life After Bankruptcy, Expands to 1,200 More Walmart Stores
Claire's recently expanded its partnership with Walmart to feature its brand in more than 1,200 stores. Did Walmart buy Claire's? Here's what we know.
Why Dynata Keeps Calling You, and What to Do About It
If Dynata keeps calling you and you’re getting fed up, there’s an easy way to stop the calls once and for all. What is Dynata and why are they calling you?
Starbucks Is Implementing New Changes That Mostly Favor Its Baristas
Recently, Starbucks unveiled its Reinvention Plan which involves redesigning its cold beverage station and replacing equipment with machines that can brew hot coffee in 30 seconds.
Patagonia Now Owned By Climate-Focused Trust, Founder Donates Shares
Who owns Patagonia now? The founder, Yvon Chouinard, has donated all of his shares to keep the company focused on fighting climate change.
Seasonal Jobs at Target Last 5 Months — Details on Pay and Applying
A seasonal job at Target generally lasts from late October to the second week of January. Depending on your location, tenure, and experience, you could make up to $15 per hour or more.
Two Peloton Co-Founders Leave in Company Leadership Shakeup
Two co-founders of Peloton, including its former CEO John Foley, are resigning from the company. What other corporate changes are happening at Peloton?
Goldman Sachs Employees Brace for a Round of Layoffs
Goldman Sachs may be laying off a small percentage of its workforce due to a lowered need for deal-makers after interest rates have risen.
Is Starbucks Doing Away With Inside Dining? In One Area, Yes
Starbucks is bringing a new location to Center City in Philadelphia, though it won't have public seating or restrooms available for use. Why is Starbucks transitioning to take-out only?
Is UPS Going on Strike? Drivers and Workers Seek Contract Demands
UPS drivers and workers may go on strike if the company doesn't work with them on their contract demands. Here's what to expect in 2023.
Stockton Rush Makes His Mark With OceanGate Expeditions
Stockton Rush is an aerospace engineer who founded OceanGate Expeditions. The company is exploring the wreck of the Titanic, among other maritime sites.
Yankee Candle Founder Michael Kittredge Had an Impressive Net Worth
Michael Kittredge had a net worth at least in the hundreds of millions, possibly even $2 billion, as the Yankee Candle founder.
Snowmobile Company Polaris Issues Its Second Recall This Month
For Polaris, the most recent recall for snowmobiles and their defect fuel tanks comes just days after the company recalled 3,000 snowmobiles over clutch failure concerns.
What’s the Deal With Space Mining Companies? Legit Opportunities
Space mining companies are popping up with the goal of mining asteroids for materials. Are they legit — and can investors bite? Here's what we know.
Virgin Voyages Prepares For U.S. Launch — Who Owns the New Cruise Line?
Virgin Voyages is owned in part by Richard Branson, with major investments from Bain Capital. Here's everything we know about the new cruise line.
MoviePass Is Coming Back — Will It Succeed?
MoviePass is coming back this fall with tiered memberships and other changes. Will it succeed this time? Here's the latest news on the subscription service.
Blaze Media Grabs Massive Support From Conservative Listeners
Blaze Media, a far-right media platform, is grabbing attention with controversial remarks by its hosts. Who owns Blaze Media?
The First Chipotle Union Is in Lansing, Michigan — More Could Follow
Lansing, Michigan workers at Chipotle voted to unionize on Thursday, Aug. 25. It's the first Chipotle restaurant to form a union.
Amazon Is Taking a Break From Its Amazon Care Venture—Here's Why
Amazon may have spread itself too thin in the healthcare industry, and is getting rid of Amazon Care.
Google Settles Illinois Class Action Lawsuit — How to File a Claim
Illinois has had a tough time with companies and their data storage practices for Illinois users. But now, companies like Google are facing a class action suit.
Who Made FN Meka? All About the Virtual Rapper
FN Meka is a virtual rapper created by Factory New. Recently, FN Meka signed to Capitol Records. Who made FN Meka? We have all the details.
Why Is Sheryl Sandberg Really Leaving Facebook? Details
Sheryl Sandberg is leaving the role of chief operating officer at Meta. She has been the COO since 2008 and is stepping down to focus on family and philanthropy.
Regal Cinemas, AMC’s Top Rival, May File for Bankruptcy
AMC is the top U.S. movie theater chain, with Regal Cinemas following in a close second. AMC doesn't own Regal — a British firm owns the company.
Disney Board Members Continue to Request an ESPN Spin Off
ESPN is one of the top sports television networks in the world, and would succeed on its own. So will Disney spin off ESPN?
How to Invest in Barstool Sports Even Though It's a Private Company
Barstool Sports isn't publicly traded, but Penn Entertainment, which trades under "PENN," holds a large stake in the company. Here's how to invest in Barstool Sports.
Estée Lauder Has an Extensive Portfolio — Here's Everything It Owns
Estée Lauder is force to be reckoned with in the beauty and cosmetic industry. The company has grown over time and now owns several brands and companies.
Who Owns Triller as Creators Sue for Millions?
Triller, a short form video-sharing platform, is majority owned by Ryan Kavanaugh's company. Triller is being sued for nonpayment by creators.
Dan Price’s Generosity Wasn’t Enough to Clear His Name — Why He Resigned
Dan Price resigned as CEO of Gravity Payments because “his presence had become a distraction.” His name has been tied to a string of scandals, which he says he now needs to focus on.
Who Owns Ford Motor Company? It’s Complicated
Ford is the second-largest U.S.-based automaker and was founded in 1903 by Henry Ford. Who owns Ford Motor Company now? Well, it's complicated.
How Much Is Triller Worth? Company Faces $28 Million Lawsuit
Swizz Beatz and Timbaland have sued Triller for non-payment of dues worth $28 million. How much is Triller worth? Here's what we know about the company.
Countries, Including the U.S., Plan to Phase Out and Eventually Ban Gas Cars
Biden has been pushing for clean renewable energy since he became president. The call for more EV purchases will eventually lead to a ban on gas cars.
Why the FTC Is Investigating Amazon — and Why Amazon Is Biting Back
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is investigating Amazon’s Prime subscription business, and Amazon is biting back. Here's what we know.
Who Owns 19 Crimes Wine? Rebellious Wine Connoisseurs Flock to the Brand
Who Owns 19 Crimes Wine? The company, which features wines honoring Snoop Dogg and Martha Stewart, is owned by a large global wine company.
Some Aldi Stores Are Closing Without Much Warning — Here's Why
Aldi recently closed two locations in Chicago and one in Memphis. The retailer is now considering shutting down a location in New York. Here's why.
Is Apple’s Upcoming Ads Expansion Monopolistic?
Apple isn't a stranger to anti-competitive allegations, but its upcoming ads policy could be a different fight over potential monopolistic behavior.
Nexstar Media Group Buys Majority Control of The CW — Details
Nexstar Media Group is the biggest local TV network broadcaster in the U.S. and now its reach is growing even more with the purchase of The CW Network.
How Well Does Shipt Pay Its Shoppers? Payment and Perks, Explained
Does Shipt pay well? The grocery delivery app pays similarly to other apps like Instacart, though there isn't a flat hourly rate for shoppers.
Only the Rich Are Invited to the Peer Organization Tiger 21
The Tiger 21 membership requirements include $20 million in investable assets. Read more about this high-net-worth-exclusive peer group.
Royal Caribbean Won't Require COVID-19 Vaccines at Certain Ports
Royal Caribbean and other cruise lines are easing their COVID-19 vaccine rules, which will allow passengers at certain ports to board unvaccinated passengers.
Zantac Lawsuits Drive Big Pharma Stocks Down — Who Owns the Drug?
Sanofi owns the rights to Zantac. However, several companies, including Pfizer, have marketed the product in the past. Here's what know about the drug and its lawsuits.
Domino’s Didn’t Take Off in Italy, Franchiser Closes Restaurants
Domino's, which had opened around 33 restaurants in Italy, has closed all of its locations. The franchise owner discovered that Italians prefer local pizza.
Angela Yee Has Built a Business Empire — Diversity Is a Key Concept
Angela Yee is a radio host and co-owner of three businesses including a coffee shop, juice shop, and hair products company. She isn't done yet though.
Signet Acquires Online Jeweler Blue Nile Hoping To Attract a Younger Crowd
Signet recently acquired Blue Nile in an all-cash deal worth $360 million. Its seems Blue Nile is worth the investment. But is the company legit?