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The UK’s Secret Formula: How Britain Became Trump’s Favorite Trade Ally

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

Corporate & Industry Trends

Energy Giants Baker Hughes and Woodside Avoid Oil Price Predictions Amid Escalating Iran-Israel Tensions

Corporate & Industry Trends

Tesla’s Robotaxi Rollout in Austin Sparks Public Outcry Over Safety and Transparency

Corporate & Industry Trends

Paramount to Trim 3.5% of U.S. Workforce Amid Cost-Cutting and Merger Plans

Personal Finance

JPMorgan Chase Revamps Sapphire Reserve Card With Richer Perks and a Hefty $795 Annual Fee

With enhanced travel, dining and luxury benefits, JPMorgan bets its premium credit card can still attract high-spending consumers despite a 45% fee hike.

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

Premium Credit Card Showdown: Amex and JPMorgan Plan Major Upgrades to Platinum and Sapphire Cards

With new perks and possibly higher fees on the horizon, American Express and JPMorgan reignite their rivalry in the luxury credit card space—aiming to win over high-spending travelers and experience seekers.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

New GOP Student Loan Plan Could Spark Wave of Defaults, Experts Warn

Senate Republicans' proposal to overhaul repayment terms may dramatically increase the financial burden on millions of borrowers, risking long-term economic fallout.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Economy

Oil Industry Leaders Warn of Global Energy Risks as Israel-Iran Conflict Escalates

Top oil CEOs express growing concern over potential supply disruptions and market instability as Middle East tensions intensify.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

U.S. Retail Sales Drop 0.9% in May, Signaling Consumer Spending Slowdown Amid Economic Uncertainty

Despite rising consumer sentiment, declining auto, gas, and building materials sales drive a larger-than-expected decline in retail spending.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

China’s May Retail Sales Surge 6.4%, Fastest Growth Since December 2023, Boosted by Government Subsidies and E-Commerce Boom

Retail sales outpace expectations as industrial output growth slows and property market struggles persist; policymakers weigh next steps to sustain recovery amid global trade tensions.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Investing

Spotify’s Daniel Ek Leads $694 Million Funding Surge Into AI Defense Startup Helsing

With rising global conflicts fueling demand for military tech, Helsing secures one of Europe’s largest defense sector investments to date.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Spotify Founder Daniel Ek Leads Nearly $700 Million Investment in European Defense AI Startup Helsing

Amid escalating global conflicts and soaring defense tech demand, Helsing secures one of Europe’s largest defense funding rounds, led by Daniel Ek’s venture firm Prima Materia.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Fund Managers Urge Congress to Address Section 899 Concerns to Prevent Foreign Investment Outflows

As the provision in President Trump’s tax bill threatens to penalize foreign investors in U.S. stocks, fund managers warn that it could lead to significant capital flight.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Lastest articles

Kraft Heinz Commits to Eliminating Artificial Dyes from U.S. Products by 2027 Amid Growing Health Concerns

Under pressure from regulators and shifting consumer preferences, Kraft Heinz will phase out FD&C synthetic colors from major brands like Kool-Aid, Jell-O, and Crystal Light.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Chinese Herbal Medicine Company Regencell Skyrockets to $30 Billion Valuation Amid Speculative Frenzy

With no revenue and limited clinical data, Hong Kong-based Regencell Bioscience becomes the latest market sensation following an astonishing 46,000% surge in 2025.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Oil Industry Leaders Warn of Global Energy Risks as Israel-Iran Conflict Escalates

Top oil CEOs express growing concern over potential supply disruptions and market instability as Middle East tensions intensify.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Spotify’s Daniel Ek Leads $694 Million Funding Surge Into AI Defense Startup Helsing

With rising global conflicts fueling demand for military tech, Helsing secures one of Europe’s largest defense sector investments to date.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

U.S. Retail Sales Drop 0.9% in May, Signaling Consumer Spending Slowdown Amid Economic Uncertainty

Despite rising consumer sentiment, declining auto, gas, and building materials sales drive a larger-than-expected decline in retail spending.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

JPMorgan Chase Revamps Sapphire Reserve Card With Richer Perks and a Hefty $795 Annual Fee

With enhanced travel, dining and luxury benefits, JPMorgan bets its premium credit card can still attract high-spending consumers despite a 45% fee hike.

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

Yum! Brands Appoints CFO Chris Turner as New CEO to Lead Next Phase of Global Growth

With strong experience at PepsiCo and McKinsey, Turner will take the helm as Yum expands digital operations, value offerings, and its massive global franchise network.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Spotify Founder Daniel Ek Leads Nearly $700 Million Investment in European Defense AI Startup Helsing

Amid escalating global conflicts and soaring defense tech demand, Helsing secures one of Europe’s largest defense funding rounds, led by Daniel Ek’s venture firm Prima Materia.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

JetBlue Slashes Flights, Cuts Costs as 2025 Profit Target Slips Amid Weak Travel Demand

Facing persistent financial challenges and softening travel demand, JetBlue embarks on aggressive cost-cutting measures, scales back routes, and restructures leadership to stabilize operations.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Trump’s New $499 Smartphone: Branded as American, But Likely Built in China

Despite claims of U.S. manufacturing, analysts suggest the Trump Organization’s T1 smartphone will rely heavily on Chinese production and global supply chains to keep costs low.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

The UK’s Secret Formula: How Britain Became Trump’s Favorite Trade Ally

Despite stark political differences, the UK has secured unprecedented favor with President Trump — blending cultural ties, strategic diplomacy, and trade pragmatism into a winning formula.

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

Premium Credit Card Showdown: Amex and JPMorgan Plan Major Upgrades to Platinum and Sapphire Cards

With new perks and possibly higher fees on the horizon, American Express and JPMorgan reignite their rivalry in the luxury credit card space—aiming to win over high-spending travelers and experience seekers.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Energy Giants Baker Hughes and Woodside Avoid Oil Price Predictions Amid Escalating Iran-Israel Tensions

As geopolitical uncertainty rattles global markets, top energy CEOs stay cautious on forecasts—pointing to the Strait of Hormuz as a critical risk factor.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Israel-Iran Escalation Shakes Global Markets Amid Surge in Oil, Gold and U.S. Dollar

As geopolitical tensions intensify, investors flee to safe-haven assets while global equities dip; experts warn of potential volatility ahead.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

China’s May Retail Sales Surge 6.4%, Fastest Growth Since December 2023, Boosted by Government Subsidies and E-Commerce Boom

Retail sales outpace expectations as industrial output growth slows and property market struggles persist; policymakers weigh next steps to sustain recovery amid global trade tensions.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Santos Shares Skyrocket 15% as ADNOC-Led Consortium Launches $18.7 Billion Takeover Bid

Abu Dhabi’s National Oil Company unit teams up with Carlyle and Abu Dhabi Development Holding to offer a 28% premium for Australian gas giant, reshaping the LNG landscape in the Asia-Pacific region.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Taiwan Bans Huawei and SMIC in Major Trade Shift — Echoes U.S. Crackdown on Chinese Tech

Amid rising cross-strait tensions and global tech rivalry, Taiwan adds over 600 Chinese firms — including Huawei and SMIC — to its high-risk entity list, signaling deeper alignment with U.S. export controls.

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

UK Tax Hikes Are Looking Inevitable — Despite Promises They Were a One-Off

With weak growth, rising debt costs, and shrinking fiscal headroom, economists warn Chancellor Rachel Reeves may have no choice but to raise taxes again.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Kering Shares Surge 10% Amid Reports Renault CEO Luca de Meo to Take Over Fashion Giant

As Kering struggles to revive Gucci and Saint Laurent, reports suggest auto industry veteran Luca de Meo may lead the company’s turnaround.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Trump Mobile Launches with $499 T1 Smartphone and All-Inclusive Plan

Set to debut in September, the Trump Organization’s new mobile venture offers a $47.45 monthly plan and a flagship “T1” phone featuring a patriotic gold design.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Europe Courts Southeast Asia — But Can’t Rival U.S. or China’s Dominance

As geopolitical tensions rise in the Indo-Pacific, the EU seeks stronger economic and strategic ties with Southeast Asia — but decades of lagging trade and distance make it hard to compete with the U.S. and China.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Israel Declares Total Control Over Tehran’s Airspace as Middle East Conflict Intensifies

With missile exchanges entering their fourth day, global markets brace for fallout while energy infrastructure and civilian lives hang in the balance.

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

Boeing Dreamliner Crash and Middle East Tensions Cast Long Shadows Over Paris Air Show

A tragic crash and escalating geopolitical conflict are reshaping the tone of the aviation industry’s largest global gathering — while orders and optimism cautiously press forward.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

AI Is Redefining the Advertising Industry — Top Executives Reveal What’s Changing and What’s Coming Next

From hyper-personalization to industry-wide disruption, artificial intelligence is rewriting the rules of modern advertising — and not everyone is ready.

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

India Orders Urgent Inspection of All Boeing 787 Dreamliners After Catastrophic Air India Crash

Aviation authorities launch sweeping safety audit of Dreamliner fleet after deadly crash kills 270, in one of the world’s worst air disasters in a decade.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Manhunt Intensifies After Targeted Assassination of Former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman

Officials say suspect Vance Luther Boelter impersonated law enforcement before fatally shooting Hortman and her husband, and critically injuring another state lawmaker and spouse in coordinated attacks.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

New GOP Student Loan Plan Could Spark Wave of Defaults, Experts Warn

Senate Republicans' proposal to overhaul repayment terms may dramatically increase the financial burden on millions of borrowers, risking long-term economic fallout.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Starbucks Shifts Focus to Rebuilding Employee Trust in Next Phase of Turnaround Strategy

CEO Brian Niccol unveils major cultural and operational changes at leadership summit as the company seeks to strengthen its workforce and revive growth.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Anne Wojcicki Reclaims 23andMe and Its Genetic Data in $305 Million Deal

Through her new nonprofit TTAM Research Institute, the 23andMe co-founder outbids Regeneron to acquire the biotech pioneer’s core assets — including its genetic testing and telehealth services.

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

What It Really Takes to Be Middle Class in the 15 Largest U.S. Cities

From San Jose to Philadelphia, six-figure incomes no longer guarantee financial comfort — here’s how much you need to earn to stay middle class in America’s biggest urban centers.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Tesla’s Robotaxi Rollout in Austin Sparks Public Outcry Over Safety and Transparency

With the launch date approaching, critics question the safety of Tesla’s self-driving tech and raise concerns about Elon Musk’s political affiliations and regulatory oversight.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Starbucks vs. Luckin: The Global Coffee Battle Brewing in Asia’s Cafes

With mobile apps, experimental flavors, and wildly different atmospheres, Starbucks and Luckin Coffee are taking radically different routes to win over the next generation of caffeine consumers.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Trump Stages Massive Military Parade Amid National Protests and Political Unrest

As President Trump celebrates his 79th birthday with the largest military display in over three decades, demonstrations erupt across the country in defiance of his policies and growing concerns over political violence.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Minnesota in Shock: Fugitive Vance Luther Boelter Sought in Assassination of Former House Speaker Melissa Hortman

A politically charged manhunt unfolds after a gunman posing as law enforcement kills former Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, then targets another state senator and his spouse.

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

RFK Jr. Removes All 17 Members of CDC's Vaccine Advisory Panel in Major Shake-Up

In a bold move, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ousts all members of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, signaling a new approach to U.S. vaccine policy.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Disney to Pay Comcast $438.7 Million to Secure Full Ownership of Hulu, Ending Lengthy Valuation Dispute

After years of negotiations and an appraisal battle, Disney finalizes acquisition of Comcast’s Hulu stake, positioning itself for deeper streaming integration and growth.

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

China’s Rare Earth Export Restrictions Raise Alarms for Western Defense and Automotive Industries

As trade tensions escalate, Western defense contractors face growing supply chain vulnerabilities amid China’s tight grip on critical rare earth minerals.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Apple’s WWDC Delivers Major Software Overhaul but Falls Short on AI Innovations

While Apple unveils its most significant design refresh in over a decade, expectations for groundbreaking AI advancements remain largely unmet, drawing mixed reactions from investors and tech enthusiasts alike.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Bulgaria Poised to Join the Eurozone, But Public Doubts Cast a Shadow

As Bulgaria prepares to become the 21st member of the eurozone, concerns over inflation, sovereignty, and political unrest reveal a nation divided over the transition to the euro currency.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Uber Partners with AI Innovator Wayve to Launch First Fully Driverless Rides in the UK

Leveraging the UK’s new regulatory framework, Uber and Wayve set to pilot Level 4 autonomous rides in London, marking a major leap forward in self-driving technology and urban mobility.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

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