Federal judge rejects Visa, Mastercard swipe fee settlement
A U.S. district judge denied a $30 billion antitrust settlement between credit card giants Visa and Mastercard and a group of retailers that would have…
NTSB criticizes venting, burning of chemicals after East Palestine, Ohio, train derailment
1 of 4 | A Norfolk Southern train passes through the center of the village of East Palestine, Ohio, in 2023. On Tuesday, NTSB members…
Federal judges block parts of Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan
Students decorate their graduation caps during Commencement at the University of Colorado at Folsom Stadium in Boulder, Colo., on, May 9. On Monday, two federal…
How Businesses Use Proxies to Gain Competitive Intelligence
In today’s hyper-competitive business landscape, gaining an edge over rivals is crucial for sustained success. One of the most effective ways companies are achieving this…
Canada considering tariffs on Chinese-made EVs | Business and Economy News
Canada said the domestic car sector faced unfair competition from China’s ‘state-directed’ global oversupply of EVs. Canada is considering whether to impose import tariffs on…
SNAP benefits, trade barriers among obstacles to farm bill renewal
1 of 2 | Trade barriers, foreign ownership of U.S. farmland and rising food costs that affect SNAP benefits are among several issues federal lawmakers…
At Forbes summit, influential investors brace for ‘soft landing’ despite global shake-up
1 of 6 | Dozens of influential investors and business leaders convened at the third annual Forbes Iconoclast Summit to discuss the most high-profile economic…
Colorado e-cigarette maker ordered to stop selling unauthorized vaping products
A Colorado e-cigarette maker has been ordered to stop selling unauthorized vaping products that pose “a serious public health threat, particularly to youth,” the U.S.…
Hate hidden hotel fees? In California, they’re about to be illegal
If you’re making travel plans for summer or fall, brace yourself for a jump in some advertised prices — which is, believe it or not,…
Malaysia to join BRICS, China’s Xi an ‘outstanding leader’, Anwar says | Business and Economy
Malaysian leader criticises ‘Western narrative’ around Hamas’s October 7 attack on Israel. Malaysia is planning to join the BRICS grouping of emerging economies, the Southeast…
China launches anti-dumping investigation into EU pork imports | Business and Economy News
China’s probe into EU pork comes in retaliation to the bloc’s decision last week to add additional tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles. China has opened…
DOJ files lawsuit against Adobe, company executives for allegedly hiding fees ‘for years’
June 17 (UPI) -- The federal government on Monday announced a civil enforcement lawsuit against software company Adobe and two company executives for alleged violations…
Adidas probes alleged ‘large-scale bribery’ by staff in China: Report | Business and Economy News
Complaint includes allegations that a senior manager received real estate and ‘millions in cash from suppliers’. International apparel brand Adidas has launched an inquiry into…
Business Chiefs Want More on Housing and Tax From UK Election
Breadcrumb Trail LinksPMN BusinessWith less than three weeks to go until Britain’s general election, the Tories and Labour have put their policy cards on the…
Working in ‘hellfire’: Gig workers bear the brunt of India’s heatwave | Business and Economy News
New Delhi, India – Every morning before stepping out of his rented accommodation in New Delhi, India, gig worker Aman fills three plastic bottles with…
G7 leaders agree to $50bn loan for Ukraine at annual summit | Business and Economy News
G7 nations have agreed upon a $50bn deal to fund Ukraine through profits on frozen Russian assets, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has said. “I…
How can Europe become more competitive? | Business and Economy
Dubbed a ‘competitiveness crisis’, the EU’s investment, income and productivity are lagging behind the US and China. Struggling with slow growth, weak productivity and changing…
‘Meloni wants to present Italy as the new European face in Africa’ | Business and Economy News
Bari, Italy – Africa is set to be high on Italy’s agenda this year at the Group of Seven (G7) leaders’ meeting, as Prime Minister…
UK’s Starmer says ‘wealth creation’ top priority in pitch to voters | Business and Economy News
Labour Party leader rules out any rise in income tax, for national insurance or VAT. The UK’s opposition leader Keir Starmer has pledged to make…
Southern Baptists reject ban on women pastors, elect new president
June 12 (UPI) -- The Southern Baptist Convention on Wednesday voted against a proposed church constitutional amendment to restrict women serving in pastoral capacities. On…