Finance chiefs at U.S. companies are enjoying fatter pay packetsas stock based incentives pushed upcompensationlast year by 8.45% to roughly $1.8 million.
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CNBC - Business
34-year-old grew her income from $46,000 a year to $400,000 in 12 years—her No. 1 tip for negotiating your salary
Sora Lee has multiplied her annual income by nearly 10 times in just over 10 years. These three tips helped her build a successful career. -
NBC News - Top stories
Chinese migrants deported on first large flight from U.S. since 2018
A group of migrants were deported to China over the weekend on the first large charter flight there since 2018, the Department of Homeland Security said. -
The New York Times - World
Why the Supreme Court Immunity Ruling Worries U.S. Allies
Legal experts say the U.S. Supreme Court ruling pushes past most of the norms in effect among American allies, adding more concern about the reliability of U.S. power. -
MarketWatch - Business
U.S. trade deficit jumps in May to highest level in 19 months
The U.S. international trade deficit widened 0.8% in May to $75.1 billion, the Commerce Department said Wednesday. It is the largest deficit since October 2022. -
MarketWatch - Business
Cyberattack slams brakes on U.S. auto sales in June, but setback seen as temporary
Sales of new cars and trucks in the U.S. fell in June to a five-month low — and criminal computer hackers are largely to blame. -
MarketWatch - Business
Businesses show biggest contraction since pandemic, ISM finds. The economy may be weakening.
Service-oriented companies such as hotels, banks and retailers that dominate the economy contracted in June for the second time in three months in another sign growth in the U.S. is slowing. -
The New York Times - Sports
The U.S. Men’s Soccer Coach Must Face His Failures
A massive missed opportunity at Copa América leaves Gregg Berhalter with an uncertain future, a columnist for The Athletic writes. -
MarketWatch - Business
U.S. factory orders drop in May after three straight gains
Orders for manufactured goods fell 0.5% in May, the Commerce Department said Wednesday. It is the first decline after three straight monthly increases. -
Inc. - Business
Unicorn Population Grows in the U.S., AI Spam Gets Traffic, and More
A survey of the newest so-called unicorns, privately held startups now valued at $1 billion or more, shows U.S.-based AI startups led the pack in the first half of the year. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
U.S. Crude Oil Inventories Fall More Than Expected
Government data showed crude-oil inventories fell by 12.2 million barrels last week, much greater than the decline of 1.1 million barrels that analysts expected. Gasoline and distillate fuels fell too, as refineries raised their capacity use. -
Inc. - Business
U.S. Labor Market Eases Steadily Despite Rise in Job Openings
The Labor Department reports the number of jobs available in May stayed steady from April, a sign that the market is stabilizing. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Indivior CEO Expects Ongoing U.S. Opioid Crisis to Drive Sales Growth
Addiction-treatment company Indivior, whose main customer is the U.S. government, is in the process of transferring its main stock listing to New York from London. -
CBS News - Top stories
Homes are unaffordable in 80% of larger U.S. counties, analysis finds
Across much of the U.S., owning a home now requires spending more for housing than experts generally recommend. -
CBS News - Top stories
CBS News documentary shows Americans' views on state of U.S.
A new CBS Reports documentary reveals Americans' unfiltered views on issues likely to shape the outcome of the 2024 election, including the state of democracy in the U.S., and the American Dream. CBS News executive director of elections and ... -
The Wall Street Journal - World
JGB Futures Rise; Likely Supported by Gains in U.S. Treasurys
JGB futures rose in the early Tokyo session, with futures and bonds likely to be supported by overnight gains in U.S. Treasurys. -
CNBC - Business
U.S. named the worst place for British families to move abroad. Here's why
The U.S. comes in last in a ranking of 28 countries, dragged down by high childcare costs, long work hours and lack of federally mandated paid parental leave. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Canada Enacts Digital-Services Tax Amid Risks of U.S. Trade Retaliation
Canada authorized the implementation of a digital-services tax, a move that threatens to trigger trade retaliation from Congress and the Biden administration. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
USD/SGD Slips on Prospects of Fading U.S. Economic Exceptionalism
USD/SGD edged lower during the Asian session on prospects of abating U.S. economic exceptionalism. -
NBC News - Top stories
Putin and Xi meet at Central Asian summit aimed at countering U.S.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping met Wednesday at a summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. -
ESPN - Sports
Sources: LeBron reaches deal to stay with Lakers
LeBron James has agreed to a two-year, $104 million maximum contract to return to the Lakers, sources told ESPN, on a deal includes a player option for the 2025-26 season and a no-trade clause.NBA -
ESPN - Sports
Source: Bronny signs four-year Lakers contract
The Lakers have signed Bronny James to his rookie contract, which will pay him $7.9 million over four years, a league source told ESPN.NBA -
ESPN - Sports
Sources: Ingles, Timberwolves reach 1-year deal
Joe Ingles has reached a one-year agreement with the Timberwolves, where he'll join former Jazz teammates Rudy Gobert and Mike Conley, sources told ESPN. -
ESPN - Sports
Sources: Burks, Heat agree to 1-year contract
Alec Burks, who averaged nearly 18 points per game for the Knicks after OG Anunoby was injured in the playoffs, has reached a one-year deal with the Heat, sources told ESPN. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Israel Has Seized More Land This Year Than in Any Year in the Past Three Decades
Nearly half of all West Bank land seized by Israel since the 1993 Oslo Accords was taken this year, watchdog group says.Israel -
CNBC - Business
How much you need to save each month to retire with $1.46 million on a $50,000 salary
If you earn $50,000 a year, it's still possible to retire with over $1 million, per CNBC's calculations. How much to save monthly starting at ages 21, 25 & 30. -
NBC News - Top stories
Triple-digit temperatures expected over July Fourth holiday; nearly 150 million under heat alerts
Heat warnings and watches are in effect for nearly 150 million people across 21 states for the holiday period, with dangerous and potentially historic extreme heat due for the West in the coming days and temperatures of 115 degrees possible. -
CNBC - Business
Millions of student loan borrowers to see their bills lowered in July — here's what else to know
The Biden administration's new repayment plan for student loan borrowers is facing legal challenges. Here's what relief borrowers can still expect. -
The New York Times - Top stories
G.M. Sold Millions of Cars That Were More Polluting Than Allowed, E.P.A. Says
The agency reached a settlement with the automaker over the sales of S.U.V.s and pickups that emitted excess planet-warming carbon dioxide. -
CBS Sports - Sports
LeBron James, with new Lakers deal, will become first NBA player to hit $500 million mark in career earnings
James' new contract will take him beyond $500 million in career earningsNBA -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Allen & Co. President Buys One of North Carolina's Most Expensive Homes for $13.9 Million
The oceanfront property is located on Figure Eight Island, an exclusive community that has long attracted celebrities and business leaders. -
MarketWatch - Business
CureVac’s stock soars on GSK’s $1.56 billion deal for its COVID-19 and flu vaccines
U.K. pharmaceutical giant GSK said the deal gives it the rights to develop, manufacture and commercialize messenger RNA-based candidate vaccines for flu and COVID-19. -
MarketWatch - Business
Annovis Bio’s stock rockets 76% after reporting positive data in Parkinson’s disease trial
The stock is on track for its best performance since May 21, 2021, when it gained 127%. -
MarketWatch - Business
Hedge fund selling of tech stocks has limited potential for crash, JPMorgan says
Hedge funds in June sold off tech stocks at their fastest rate on record. This sell-off has limited the potential for a crash, JPMorgan said. -
CNBC - Business
10 things to watch in the stock market Wednesday after the S&P 500's record close
U.S. stock futures are little changed after the S&P closed above 5,500 for the first time on Tuesday. -
MarketWatch - Business
Tesla’s stock is on a huge run. Here’s why one bear isn’t buying the ‘euphoria.’
Guggenheim is concerned that Tesla price cuts “pulled forward” demand, which could create challenges for the future. -
MarketWatch - Business
Wall Street’s most bearish strategist is leaving JPMorgan. Here’s a look at his market calls.
Chief market strategist Marko Kolanovic is leaving JPMorgan Chase & Co. following a 19-year stretch with the bank, according to a person at the investment bank who shared details from two internal memos with MarketWatch on Wednesday. -
MarketWatch - Business
Jeff Bezos aims to sell another $5 billion of Amazon stock, after earlier selling spree
The Amazon founder and executive chair has filed to sell up to 25 million shares, after he dumped 50 million in February. -
MarketWatch - Business
Jobless claims — aka layoffs — rise to 238,000 and stay near one-year high
New jobless claims have surged since the end of the school year, raising questions about whether it’s a temporary increase or a sign of rising layoffs. -
ABC News - Top stories
12-year-old missing after being attacked and taken by crocodile: Report
Police in Australia have launched a search for a missing 12-year-old after reports that they were attacked and taken by a crocodile while swimming in a creek. -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
A Holocaust Survivor Gets a Vogue Cover
Anna Wintour called Vogue Germany’s latest cover star, 102-year-old Margot Friedländer, a “meaningful” subject.