From growth to gone: GM’s Cruise robotaxi business is latest growth initiative to falter

Liquor giant Brown-Forman’s stock rises on growth signals ahead despite market challenges

Brown-Forman Corp.’s stock rose 8% in premarket trading on Thursday after the liquor maker beat Wall Street estimates for profit and revenue in its latest quarter and said it expects to generate ...

MarketWatch - Dec. 5

Kroger’s sales growth dinged by lower fuel prices and more — but it says many shoppers ‘feel better’

Supermarket giant Kroger said lower fuel prices and the sale of its specialty-pharmacy business weighed on third-quarter sales, and that it expects fourth-quarter same-store sales to be lower than ...

MarketWatch - Dec. 5

Texas lieutenant governor launches initiative to ban THC

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced new legislation Thursday that would ban the sale of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) throughout the state. Senate Bill 3, if passed, will override a 2019 Texas law ...

The Hill - Dec. 5

Toronto-Dominion Bank Suspends Growth Targets as It Reviews Business

Toronto-Dominion Bank said it suspended financial-growth targets as it reviews its business options, weeks after settling U.S. charges it failed to properly monitor money laundering.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 5

Get Fire Emblem Engage For Only $20 Before It's Gone

Fire Emblem Engage is on sale for an incredible price at Best Buy . While. supplies last, you can get the tactical RPG for only $20 (was $60). We expect this deal to sell out fast. Best Buy also ...

GameSpot - Dec. 5

Waymo to expand to Miami, aims to launch robotaxi service there in 2026

Waymo is setting its sights on its next location: the Sunshine State.

NBC News - Dec. 5

Waymo unveils plan to bring its robotaxi service to Miami

Waymo is gearing up to bring its robotaxi service to Miami which will accelerate an expansion that’s been happening while its hobbled rivals remain in its rearview mirror

ABC News - Dec. 5

Waymo to expand to Miami, aims to launch robotaxi service there in 2026

Waymo says it's setting its sights on the Sunshine State for its next expansion.

CNBC - Dec. 5

MLS Commissioner Don Garber talks Apple subscribers, Messi and growth of soccer

MLS Commissioner Don Garber said Apple subscriptions are exceeding expectations.

CNBC - Dec. 5

Safran Outlines Growth, Shareholder Return Plans

Safran anticipates further sales and profit growth next year and said it intends to return about 70% of its cash generation to shareholders from 2025 to 2028.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 5

GM loses its golden goose in China

With a slowing market fuelling a price war between local brands, the party for foreign carmakers looks over for now

Financial Times - Dec. 5

Trump promises a crackdown on diversity initiatives. Fearful institutions are dialing them back already

As the president-elect and his allies plan a multi-pronged attack on DEI policies, companies and campuses are complying with threats even though they don’t have to. In 2020, Donald Trump signed ...

The Guardian - Dec. 5

Afghan economy shows modest signs of growth but recovery remains fragile, says World Bank

The World Bank says Afghanistan’s economy is showing modest signs of growth after two years of severe contraction

ABC News - Dec. 5

China’s shift to local chips gains momentum from latest US export controls

Industry associations urge companies to switch, saying US semiconductors are ‘no longer safe or reliable’

Financial Times - Dec. 5

General Motors Takes $5 Billion Hit From Ailing China Business

The charge marks the latest example of how global automakers are struggling in China as local consumers embrace electric vehicles from homegrown brands.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 4

Takeaways from Biden's Africa trip: Pardon of son Hunter overshadows official business

President Joe Biden’s long-delayed trip to Africa was overshadowed by his controversial pardon of his son Hunter

ABC News - Dec. 4

Starmer refuses to repeat Labour’s G7 growth pledge

Prime minister will set new target on Thursday, as he courts investment during Qatari visit to Britain

Financial Times - Dec. 4

GM expects more than $5 billion impact from China restructuring, including plant closures

General Motors expects a restructuring of its joint venture operations with SAIC Motor in China to cost more than $5 billion in noncash charges and write-downs.

CNBC - Dec. 4

GM takes more than $5bn charge against China businesses

Move lays bare declining future in what was once the US carmaker’s largest market

Financial Times - Dec. 4

Latest from Tiger Woods: Health, PGA Tour-PIF deal and Ryder Cup money

Woods isn't sure when he's going to return to competitive golf, but he still has thoughts on some of the pressing issues facing the sport.

ESPN - Dec. 4

Trump Considers DeSantis for Defense Secretary as His Support for Hegseth Falters

President-elect Donald J. Trump is weighing his options, even as Pete Hegseth meets with senators to muster support. Accusations of past misconduct have threatened his nomination from the start.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

GM sounds a warning on troubled China market, becoming latest carmaker to do so

GM’s 50-50 joint venture with SAIC Motor Corp. faces ‘market challenges and competitive conditions.’

MarketWatch - Dec. 4

GM expects more than $5 billion impact from China restructuring

General Motors expects a restructuring of its joint venture operations with SAIC Motor Corp. in China to cost more than $5 billion.

NBC News - Dec. 4

Red Wings Falter in 3-2 OT Loss to Bruins

Detroit squanders a lead and strong performances from Ville Husso & Lucas Raymond in dropping to 10-12-3 with a loss in Boston

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 4

England’s Ben Stokes demands answers from ICC after latest over-rate sanctions

Governing body has yet to address captain’s concerns ‘I’ve not signed an over-rate sheet since the Ashes’ Ben Stokes has revealed a personal stand-off with the International Cricket Council ...

The Guardian - Dec. 4

7 Proven Strategies to Motivate Your Team and Take Your Business From Good to Great

Research shows that motivated employees are much more productive than those who aren’t.

Inc. - Dec. 4

France's political chaos casts long shadow over economic growth

"At a time when economic growth in France is slowing markedly, this is bad news. The public deficit will remain high, debt will continue to grow," ING analysts said.

CNBC - Dec. 4

Weak Australian economic growth hits dollar

Public spending offsets subdued consumer demand in ‘two-speed’ economy

Financial Times - Dec. 4

Salesforce surges on revenue beat, AI growth prospects – here's our new price target for the stock

Salesforce made clear that Agentfoce, its new AI offering, can kickstart revenue growth in the quarters ahead.

CNBC - Dec. 4

3 Climbers From the U.S. and Canada Have Gone Missing on New Zealand’s Highest Mountain

Two Americans and a Canadian were climbing Aoraki/Mount Cook before failing to show up to a prearranged flight on Monday.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

How Amazon Aims to Feed Whole Foods’ Growth With Mini City Stores

Whole Foods is expanding its small format Daily Shop locations to offer fresh produce, groceries, and prepared meals for residents in metropolitan neighborhoods.

Inc. - Dec. 3

Afghan women 'banned from midwife courses' in latest blow to rights

Women at training colleges across the country were told they are not allowed to return to class.

BBC News - Dec. 3

AT&T sees earnings growth over next 3 years; eyes more than $40B in anticipated shareholder returns

AT&T anticipates earnings growth over the next three years thanks to the momentum of 5G and fiber services

ABC News - Dec. 3

Live: The 247+ best Cyber Monday deals to shop before they're gone

Cyber Monday is in full swing, and retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Target and Costco are offering alluring discounts on major brands we know and love.

NBC News - Dec. 3

Man City continue to falter, Christian Pulisic can’t be stopped, MLS Cup final is set & Rápido Reactions!

Christian and Alexis break down Manchester City’s loss to Liverpool. They also react to Christian Pulisic’s continued hot streak and what it may means for the American’s future. Then, Christian and ...

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2

Bears sticking with GM; will lead coaching search

The Bears are sticking with general manager Ryan Poles, who will serve as the "point person" for the team's search for a new head coach.

ESPN - Dec. 2

Young has gone from borderline bust to possible building block

The former No. 1 overall pick has played well since returning from his early-season benching. Now the Panthers need to start building a winning team around hm.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2