Airlines face investors after strong— but cheaper — July 4 holiday

People move through Newark Liberty International Airport following a news conference by Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy at the airport, where he announced the reopening of a major runway at the airport, nearly two weeks ahead of schedule on June 2, 2025 in Newark, New Jersey. Spencer Platt | Getty Images Millions of travelers are expected […]
The one thing that’s driving home sellers bananas right now — and making buyers happy

Increasing levels of housing inventory have pitted buyers against sellers.
How tariffs affect retail, Nike

The retail industry is breathing a sigh of relief after it appeared to avoid the worst case scenario on Vietnam tariffs. But some executives believe the tentative trade deal President Donald Trump announced Wednesday is still bad for business and could have a chilling effect on consumer spending. “It’s a lot better news than where […]
Top five tax changes for the wealthy

A view of the US Capitol in Washington, DC, on June 30, 2025. Jim Watson | Afp | Getty Images The wealthy will likely see a host of new tax breaks in President Donald Trump’s “big beautiful bill,” along with permanent extensions of many of the 2017 tax cuts, according to tax experts. Taxpayers earning […]
These stocks got a boost as Starboard Value took a big stake in Tripadvisor

Here’s how Tripadvisor’s stock valuation stacks up with rivals such Expedia, Booking and Airbnb.
Essence Fest leads a summer of events for Black entrepreneurs

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris speaks on stage with Essence CEO Caroline Wanga at the Global Black Economic Forum during the 30th annual Essence Festival of Culture at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center on July 6, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Michael Democker | Getty Images News | Getty Images In a year when […]
What drove Del Monte Foods into filing for bankruptcy? Blame foodies.

The iconic canned fruits-and-vegetables brand has struggled to keep up with the changing grocery landscape, experts say.
Why the case for a Fed interest-rate cut in July may be getting stronger

Weaker labor-market data this week could bolster the case for the Federal Reserve to resume rate cuts soon.
Be very skeptical of ADP report showing economy lost jobs for the first time in years

Did the U.S. economy really lose jobs in June for the first time since the pandemic? Payroll king ADP says yes, but investors ought to take its report with a very large grain of salt.
Can Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs and his business empire recover financially, now that he’s been found not guilty of some charges?

The hip-hop mogul has already seen his net worth plummet from $900 million to $400 million, according to one estimate.