Is Sears Still in Business? Company Is Barely Hanging On
Is retailer Sears still in business? The retailer faced a merger in 2005 and bankruptcy in 2018. Currently, Sears only has a few stores remaining.
Company & Industry Overviews
Mark Cuban’s Cost Plus Drugs Looks Legit, Evidence of Savings Adds Up
Billionaire Mark Cuban launched Cost Plus Drugs in early 2022. Is the generic drug marketplace legit? Here's everything we know about the savings.
Uber Reintroduces Its Rideshare Feature With UberXShare
When are Uber shared rides returning? The company has launched UberXShare in select cities, and plans to include more as the summer progresses.
Baby Phat Relaunched in 2019 — Where the Iconic 90’s Brand Stands Now
Kimora Lee Simmons left Baby Phat in 2010 and repurchased it in 2019. Simmons relaunched a limited collection. Here's where the brand stands now.
Tesla Investor Sues Elon Musk For Fostering “Toxic Work Culture”
A Tesla shareholder named Tesla's board and Elon Musk in a lawsuit for “ignoring” the “toxic work environment.” Get the details here.
SpaceX Accused of Firing Employees Over Open Letter That Shuns Musk
An open letter drafted by SpaceX employees claims Elon Musk’s recent behavior is “distracting” and “embarrassing.” Some employees have reportedly been fired as a result.
Manufacturer Company Caterpillar Is Ditching Chicago As Its Headquarters in Favor of Texas
Manufacturer Caterpillar's long relationship with Chicago is now coming to an end. Why's Caterpillar moving to Texas?
Revlon Could File for Bankruptcy Soon, Brand Continues to Struggle
People familiar with Revlon's current financial situation are saying the cosmetic brand may be considering filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Get the details here.
Is Deloitte Splitting Up Following Ernst & Young’s Similar Move?
According to recent reports, Deloitte might split its audit and consulting services. Is Deloitte really splitting up? Here's what we know.
Tirzepatide Could Be a Big Weight-Loss Winner for Eli Lilly
Tirzepatide has recently shown great potential in weight loss trials. Who makes tirzepatide?
Biden Takes Executive Action To Unfreeze Solar Industry
Joe Biden is taking executive action to mobilize the solar industry, which has been paralyzed by retroactive tariffs and an import investigation.
No, Elise Eklund Doesn’t Own Kidz Bop
Children's music group Kidz Bop has been trending on social media. Who owns Kidz Bop, and who's its CEO?
Best Vertical Farming Stocks for the Agricultural Shift
As agriculture moves in an upward direction, vertical farming stocks remain central to the shift. What are the best vertical farming stocks?
Warren Buffett and BlackRock Aren’t Behind the DEF Shortage
Some see a conspiracy behind the shortage of DEF fluid in the U.S., and think Warren Buffett and BlackRock are behind it.
Panasonic May Have Signed a Union Deal Behind Employees’ Backs
The U.S. filed a labor complaint in early May about Panasonic breaching union labor laws in Mexico. Now, Mexico has accepted America's probe request.
The Lifeguard Shortage Might Limit Your Access to Pools and Beaches This Summer
Amid the many shortages this year, lifeguards are hard to find. What's causing the lifeguard shortage in 2022?
Why Cargill Is Fine With Staying a Private Company
Cargill, a leading global food supplier, prefers to remain a private company despite calls for it to go public.
Which Country Has the Most Guns? The U.S. by a Landslide
Americans own far more guns than any other nation in the world, according to recent data. About 120 civilian guns per 100 people are estimated in the U.S.
Kanye West Reemerges, Shares Details on His Collab With McDonald's
Kanye West (Ye) reemerged on social media and shared his latest collaboration with McDonald's. Here's what he'll be doing for the fast-food giant.
Creamalicious Is Walmart’s First Black, Female-Owned Ice Cream Brand
Creamalicious is a Black-owned, female-owned ice cream company with flavors available at Walmart and other nationwide retailers. Who owns the brand?
Walmart’s Policy on Holiday Pay for Juneteenth — General Paid Time Off
Many companies observe Juneteenth through paid time off, but does Walmart give holiday pay for employees who want to observe the holiday?
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus Is Coming Back, but Without Animals
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus is making a comeback, but without animals. Who owns Ringling Brothers?
Salary.com Is a Reliable Source With Accurate Data for Job Seekers
Salary.com collects data from employer surveys to provide you with salary expectations. It's recognized a reliable source for determining what your salary should be.
McDonald’s Is Losing Millions of Dollars, Will Close Permanently in Russia
In March, McDonald's decided to temporarily close its Russian restaurants, and it has been losing money since then. Now, the company announced plans to permanently exit Russia.
Ahead of Elon Musk's Deal, Twitter Lets Top Executives Go and Freezes Hiring
Although Elon Musk's deal has yet to close, Twitter is already making some heavy changes, including a hiring freeze.
FDA Allows Abbott to Partially Reopen Baby Formula Plant, Shortage to Last Months
The FDA shut down Abbott’s baby formula plant due to contamination concerns. As the baby formula shortage rages on, when will the plant reopen?
Investigators Probe Mysterious Deaths of 3 Americans at a Sandals Resort
Is Sandals publicly traded? Learn more about the company as authorities investigate the mysterious deaths of three people at one Sandals resort.
Amazon Delivers to Rural Areas — Here's How the Program Works
Amazon’s new delivery program uses local stores to get packages to residents in rural areas. Here's how Amazon's delivery system works.
Newly Established United States Football League Has Players Seeking to Unionize
A new version of the USFL, not associated with the USFL of the 1980s, has relaunched. Now on heels of its comeback, players are seeking to unionize.
Investments in Mental Health Companies Grow, Industry Stocks to Follow Suit
Investors are becoming more interested in mental health companies. Here are mental health stocks to consider for your portfolio as the segment materializes.
Here's How Much Kentucky Derby Horses Cost—And How Much They Can Win
The cost of Kentucky Derby horses can be in high six figures, but if you win, the expense could be worth it — and not just for the race winnings.
Starbucks Raised Pay for Non-Unionized Stores in Alleged Union-Busting Attempt
Starbucks raised wages for its workers — except those at unionized locations. Is it an obvious union busting tactic? Here are all of the latest details.
Kentucky Derby Favorites’ Owners — Get Ready for the Big Race
The 2022 Kentucky Derby will include 20 horses racing for a $3 million purse. Owners will receive a portion of those winnings. Who owns the favorite horses?
Walt Disney Company Builds Entertainment Empire Worth $97 Billion
The Walt Disney Company has grown over the years, but by how much? What is the company's net worth and how do it subsidiaries play a role?
4.4 Million TurboTax Customers Will Get $141 Million Intuit Settlement
Wronged TurboTax customers across the U.S. may be eligible for a slice of the $141 million Intuit settlement. Intuit will contact eligible customers.
Whole Foods Isn't Publicly Traded, Amazon Plans to Close Six Stores
Whole Foods has been in the news for shutting down some of its stores. Is Whole Foods a publicly-traded company and does it have stock?
Apple Employees Upset Over Company’s Updated Work From Home Policy
Apple is transitioning from having corporate employees working fully remotely to working in the office a few days out of the week–and they aren't happy about it.
How Amazon’s Abortion Reimbursement Policy Works
In response to the Supreme Court's expected rollback of abortion rights, Amazon has announced an employee reimbursement policy on abortions.
One-for-One Business Model Companies: Pros and Cons, Explained
Toms Shoes is credited with popularizing the one-for-one business model. What are some of the examples of one-for-one companies and is the model worth it?
Toms Has Gone From Donating Shoes to Donating Profits
What happened to Toms Shoes? The footwear company is still in business, but it has evolved past its one-to-one donation model. Read more.
Sir James Dyson Is Worth Billions Thanks to His Vacuum Empire
James Dyson, founder of the famed first bagless vacuum cleaner company, has built a $22 billion net worth over his four decades in the business.
Best Silver Mining Stocks for Investors as Prices Decline
Unlike other commodities, the price of silver is shrinking. Want to get in on the bear run? Consider these silver mining stocks for your portfolio.
The World Food Programme Is Legit, Helps Fight Global Hunger
The World Food Programme, currently helping feed the hungry in Ukraine, supports feeding programs all over the world. World Food Programme is legitimate.
Can Elon Musk Fire Twitter's Board—and Will He?
Elon Musk is readying to be the official Twitter Inc. owner. What’s that mean for Twitter board members?
Public Companies Going Private in 2022 — Twitter Isn't Alone
While many companies make a lot of money through IPOs, being bought out to go private can be profitable as well. Which companies are going private?
Layoffs Plague the Mortgage Industry Nationwide, Interest Rates Rise
Since the Fed has raised interest rates, the number of mortgage refinance applications has declined, which led a number of mortgage companies to cut employees.
Delta's Non-Unionized Flight Attendants Fight for Change
Delta Airlines employees are pushing for unionization. Here’s what the workers are demanding and what Delta will give them.
Why Robinhood Is Laying Off 9 Percent of Its Employees
Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev has announced the company is letting go of about 9 percent of staff. Why has the online brokerage laid off employees?
Is Microsoft’s GitHub Open Source? No, and Here's Why It Isn't
Many people get confused when trying to figure out whether Microsoft-owned developer platform GitHub is open source or not. It isn't and here's why.
Will Amazon Acquire Future Retail After Its Indian Competitor Drops It?
The battle over the Indian retail market continues. Will Amazon finally acquire Future Retail now that competitor Mukesh Ambani has stepped back?