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Billboard Mocking Jeff Bezos Goes Viral Following Blue Origin Launch
A billboard mocking Jeff Bezos' tax payments, juxtaposed with Katy Perry's spaceflight on Blue Origin, has gone viral in London. The ad highlights the contrast between billionaire space tourism and calls for fair taxation, sparking debate about wealth and corporate responsibility. While some defend Bezos' contributions, others criticize the perceived tax avoidance amid extravagant space missions.
Partiful: A Party Planning App Thriving Despite Pandemic Challenges
Despite launching during the pandemic, Partiful survived to become a popular app for event planning among Gen Z users. It's now also competing against Apple.
Survey Reveals Major Brand Risks Associated with Elon Musk and AI Misuse
Appraisal of international public affairs leaders warned companies against aligning with ‘polarizing’ Trump allyAssociating with the Donald Trump administration’s multibillionaire adviser Elon Musk and misusing artificial intelligence are among the most surefire ways for companies to damage their brands, a new survey of more than 100 international public affairs leaders found.Those findings stem from an appraisal conducted by the Global Risk Advisory Council, which was chaired by the head of the US Small Business Administration during Joe Biden’s presidency, Isabel Guzman. Continue reading...
UK's Plant-Based Milk Market Surge Driven by Oats as Alpro Pivots to Local Ingredients
UK brands are finding ever-inventive ways to quench consumers’ thirst for non-dairy alternativesWith white-suited operatives tapping buttons on huge machines and its walls a tangle of heavy-duty pipes, the sprawling complex in the Northamptonshire countryside could pass for a Bond villain’s lair, were it not for the comforting porridge smell.But rather than plotting world domination, the site’s owner, Navara Oat Milling, is piggybacking on Britons’ growing thirst for plant-based alternatives to dairy. At regular intervals, trucks loaded with up to 30 tonnes of oat flour trundle eight miles up the road to the Alpro factory in Kettering, which churns out over 200m litres of plant milk a year. Continue reading...
Bank of America Reveals Top Stock Picks Ahead of Earnings Season
Bank of America named five stocks to buy before quarterly earnings.
Potential Growth of Stablecoins Linked to U.S. Treasury Demand
Stablecoin legislation could fuel an explosion in the supply, says Standard Chartered.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise: Navigating Challenges and Opportunities Ahead
Activist Elliott Management could help spur a great opportunity for shareholders now that the firm has a stake in Hewlett Packard Enterprise.
U.S. Stock Market Faces Challenges Ahead Despite Strong Peaks
U.S. stocks were primed for a big downturn long before tariffs emerged as the primary threat on Wall Street.
Southwest Airlines Faces Lawsuit After Young Boy Suffered Burns from Spilled Coffee
Southwest Airlines is being sued by a couple who say their young son suffered second-degree burns after hot coffee was spilled on him during a flight. Ryan and Kamrie Wong filed the lawsuit in Chica… [+1475 chars]
Netflix's Financial Turnaround: A New Era of Profitability
Good morning. President Donald Trump said Thursday that he expects an agreement "over the next three to four weeks" that would end the escalating trade war with China. Experts told BI which country h… [+4814 chars]
HDFC Bank Reports Solid Growth in Q4 FY25 with 6.7% Increase in Net Profit
HDFC Bank reported a 6.6% increase in standalone net profit for Q4 FY25, reaching Rs 17,616 crore. Total income remained nearly flat at Rs 89,488 crore, while interest income rose to Rs 77,460 crore. The board recommended a dividend of Rs 22 per share. Asset quality slightly deteriorated, with gross NPAs rising to 1.33%.
Investors Lose Faith in the US Dollar Amid Trade Policy Uncertainty
Fears about unpredictable policy are prompting investors to question their faith in the US dollar.
Rising Cocoa Prices and Tariffs Threaten Easter Chocolate Traditions for Americans
Price of cocoa – chocolate’s key ingredient – has climbed over past year and tariffs on imports will keep prices highFor many Americans celebrating Easter, the holiday is incomplete without chocolate: chocolate bunnies and eggs, bars tucked into Easter baskets, candy hidden in plastic eggs for Easter egg hunts.But the rocketing cocoa costs will mean higher prices for chocolate candy this year, and Donald Trump’s tariffs on all imports will likely keep prices high for the foreseeable future. Continue reading...
From Dreamer to Print Journalist: My Journey in Media
The author landed a job in a newsroom right after graduating.Courtesy of Melissa Noble <ul><li>I always wanted to be a journalist even though I knew it was a tough industry.</li><li>I landed a full-… [+3794 chars]
The Path to Partner at the Big Four: A Closer Look at the Challenges and Strategies
Partner pools are shrinking at the Big Four, making it harder to reach the coveted position.Tim Robberts/Getty Images <ul><li>Many consultants and accountants strive to be made a partner at one of t… [+6660 chars]
Navigating the Complex Terrain of the U.S.-China Trade War
Like land wars in Asia, trade wars with China are, generally speaking, unadvisable. But if, for whatever reason, you were insistent on the idea, you’d want to follow two rules.First, find strength in… [+7487 chars]
Tesla Owners Express Concerns Amid Rising Anti-Tesla Sentiment
Two Tesla owners told BI they're concerned about safety for themselves and their loved ones.BENJAMIN CREMEL / AFP <ul><li>Tesla owners have found themselves in the crosshairs of political protests a… [+10214 chars]
Understanding Boreout: The Silent Workplace Epidemic
Boreout is feeling so detached and uninspired at work that you're too checked out to do anything.Getty Images <ul><li>We all know burnout, but you may have "boreout" — being uninspired and detached … [+5345 chars]
Hyundai's $21 Billion Investment in U.S. Operations Highlights Auto Industry Commitment
Wary of directly criticizing the president’s trade policies, automakers are emphasizing how much they have already invested in U.S. manufacturing.
Navigating Career Transitions: How to Explain a Sudden Job Departure
Sometimes you just have to be OK with being vague. Plus, what to do when a co-worker has a challenging personality.
Young Adults Reassess Financial Strategies Amid Economic Uncertainty
Some young adults with disposable incomes for the first time in their lives are trying to make sense of how tariffs are affecting how they should save and spend.
The Changing Landscape of Law Firm Recruitment: A Shift from Internal Promotion to Competitive Hiring
The arms race for talent seems to have made collective action, within and between firms, nearly impossible.
Doctronic: A New Frontier in Healthcare AI by Entrepreneur Matt Pavelle
Doctronic cofounders Adam Oskowitz and Matt Pavelle.Doctronic <ul><li>Doctronic just raised $5 million from Union Square Ventures for its healthcare AI agents.</li><li>The startup's AI gives persona… [+3877 chars]
Uber's CEO Advocates for Comprehensive AI Training Among Employees
Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said Uber will be training employees to use AI.REUTERS/Anushree Fadnavis <ul><li>Dara Khosrowshahi said not enough Uber employees know how to use AI constructively.</li><l… [+2615 chars]
Goldman Sachs Embraces AI: Transforming Finance with Cutting-Edge Tools
Goldman Sachs' Marco Argenti, Ashish Shah, and Kerry BlumGoldman Sachs <ul><li>Goldman Sachs has been deepening its investments in generative artificial intelligence.</li><li>CEO David Solomon has s… [+9961 chars]
India's Gold Reserves Surge Amid Global Economic Uncertainties
India's central bank witnessed a significant surge in its gold reserves' value, driven by a global rally in gold prices amidst geopolitical and economic uncertainties. The RBI's gold holdings nearly tripled in value over the past year, reflecting a broader trend of central banks worldwide accumulating gold to hedge against global risks.
The Future of French Fries: Luxury or Staple?
French fries, the staple reward for well-behaved kids and go-to comfort food for overworked grown-ups, may soon become more of a luxury treat. While the US grows most of its own potatoes about 44 bi… [+11485 chars]
The Struggle for Affordable Housing: A Crisis for Extremely Low-Income Renters in the US
Extremely low-income renters face a shortage of available and affordable housing in the US.Busà Photography/Getty Images <ul><li>Extremely low-income households make up one in four renters in the US… [+4091 chars]
UK Banks Set to Receive Major Pay Increases Amid Competitive Pressures
Proxy advisory firms back plans for hikes in maximum payouts 18 months after removal of banker bonus capUK banks are expected to win approval for massive pay increases in the coming weeks after convincing influential shareholder advisers that hiking maximum payouts for chief executives by more than 40% would give them a competitive edge.ISS and Glass Lewis, two prominent proxy advisory services that suggest how shareholders should vote on company policies at annual meeting, have backed NatWest, Barclays and HSBC over plans to substantially increase potential payouts after the removal of the UK banker bonus cap in late 2023. Continue reading...
From Wildfire Risks to Tropical Bliss: One Man's Journey to Puerto Vallarta
Malahki Thorn vividly remembers flames encroaching on his house in the wilderness of northern California. It was 2015, and the Saddle Fire burned about 1,500 acres in Hyapom, a small town about six … [+3931 chars]