Donald Trump’s election victory will make the job of the Federal Reserve more difficult. His tariff and immigration plans are expected to boost inflation, complicating the Fed’s policy decisions. Trump has also said he would like a say in setting monetary policy, which would destroy the Fed’s independence. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite … Read more
CNN – Whether you’re happy or depressed that Donald Trump won the 2024 presidential election, chances are you’re working with some colleagues who feel the exact opposite — or, inexplicably for some, just don’t care. After such a controversial, divisive race, employers are aware that many employees may have strong responses that could affect work. … Read more
David Zaslav wanted a new president who was open to M&A. Now he has one. But regulation wasn’t the only thing holding back Big Media deals. And we don’t know if Trump will take issue with specific deals — as he did when AT&T wanted to buy Time Warner. Thanks for signing up! Access your … Read more
YouTuber Zack Nelson said he is considering selling his Cybertruck due to its polarizing nature. Nelson said one sponsor declined to be in the video review because of Cybertruck. Nelson, who owns other Teslas, said he doesn’t want to appear in support of Elon Musk’s controversial statements online. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite … Read more
Esosa Eghodaro experienced the benefits of being part of a business accelerator growing up … [+] capital. Now it is holding an event to bring startups and accelerators together. Accelerator CON When Esosa Ighodaro co-founded CoSign, an app that lets shoppers buy items they see in social media posts, she found that being part of … Read more
Donald Trump’s victory is reducing uncertainty, boosting some employers’ confidence in posting jobs. Employment experts predict a “Trump bump” for now, despite worries about tariffs and immigration. Some employers had waited to post jobs until the outcome of the election was clear. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed on … Read more
Jerome Powell speaks after Federal Reserve announces interest rate decision The Federal Reserve announced its second straight interest rate cut on Thursday, cutting the key rate by 25 basis points, amid economic data showing signs that inflation and the labor market are cooling. With the 25 basis point cut, the benchmark federal funds rate will … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump, his wife Melania Trump, China’s President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng … [+] Liyuan poses at the Forbidden City in Beijing on November 8, 2017. Tariffs on Chinese goods during Trump’s first term suggest more are to come in his next term, experts say. (Photo by Jim WATSON/AFP) AFP via Getty … Read more
November 7, 2024November 7, 2024 In today’s digital age, when people scroll through social media for hours, often seeing negative news and content, there needs to be a space for positivity. Ryan Johnston ’03 saw a need for this and decided to start a company that would share positive, local news with his company … Read more
James Shani made a big bet on Ali Abbasi’s popular biography of Donald Trump learner. After a stint as a talent manager at Issa Rae’s Hoorae Media, the 36-year-old producer launched his own indie production and distribution company, Rich Spirit, earlier this year, raising a round of capital for an initial three-film run. international headlines … Read more