Business Uncertainty

Tariffs are an uncertainty but not a worry, railroad operator Norfolk Southern says

Norfolk Southern shares bounced Wednesday, as the railroad operator helped dispel fears about potential tariffs that had caused a selloff in the previous session.

MarketWatch - 6h

Fed holds interest rates steady amid uncertainty over Trump’s impact on economy

Fed chair declines to provide ‘any response or comment whatsoever’ on president’s public demands for lower rates. Federal Reserve officials decided on Wednesday to hold interest rates steady as ...

The Guardian - 10h

Underinsured face financial uncertainty after losing homes in LA fires

The total cost of rebuilding homes in the L.A.-area fires will outpace what underinsured owners' insurance policies can afford.

CBS News - 2d

Kennedy Center’s Leader to Step Down, Adding to Uncertainty

The announced departure of Deborah F. Rutter, the center’s president since 2014, comes as the center continues to search for a new board chair while navigating a second Trump term.

The New York Times - 2d

4 AI Certifications for Business Owners

AI certifications can help you adopt artificial intelligence effectively, providing practical skills and a competitive edge.

Inc. - 3d

How I Grew My Business Despite Uncertainty

Learn from the experiences of a growing business as it weighed customer feedback and operational hurdles to achieve ambitious goals in new markets.

Inc. - 3d

Trump deportation plan creates uncertainty for undocumented U.S. farm workers

Bird flu, climate change and rising costs are just a few of the issues threatening the U.S. farming industry. Now, President Trump's mass deportation plan could add to the challenges. Nancy Chen ...

CBS News - 4d

Trump's threat to world businesses on tariffs

President Trump's World Economic Forum address included a stern threat of tariffs for businesses that choose to make their products outside of the U.S. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe reports.

CBS News - 6d

SK Hynix profit soars to a record high on AI boom, but shares drop on demand uncertainty

SK Hynix CFO Kim Woohyun said that the outlook for memory demand in 2025 was clouded by inventory adjustments, protective trade policies and geopolitical risks.

CNBC - 6d

As Trump throws immigration into uncertainty, parents grapple potential statelessness

Five undocumented pregnant women sue President Donald Trump over birthright citizenship executive order.

ABC News - Jan. 22

The business of America is business: Trump is bringing capital back to the nation’s capital

Trump promises to bring capital to the nation’s capital in a way Washington has never seen.

The Hill - Jan. 22

Oil ends lower as Trump’s output and tariffs plans fuel supply uncertainty

Oil futures ended lower on Tuesday as traders weighed prospects for crude supplies after President Donald Trump vowed to boost already record U.S. crude output, threatened to implement a steep ...

MarketWatch - Jan. 21

RedNote Recruited US Influencers to Promote App Amid TikTok Ban Uncertainty

A marketing campaign brief obtained by WIRED reveals how the Chinese app is trying to capitalize on its sudden international popularity.

Wired - Jan. 20

First Champions League league phase's huge success: Excitement, uncertainty dominate as two matchdays remain

With struggles from huge teams like PSG, Man City and Real Madrid, the stakes couldn't be higher for Matchday 7 and 8

CBS Sports - Jan. 20

Here’s why TikTok probably won’t go away for good, despite political uncertainty

Trump has expressed interest in a joint venture that could keep TikTok operational over the long haul. For now, the app is back online.

MarketWatch - Jan. 19

‘So Much Uncertainty’: Businesses Worry About Trump’s Many Tariff Plans

The incoming president has floated numerous tariff plans. Retailers say their livelihood could depend on which ultimately come to fruition.

The New York Times - Jan. 19

Uncertainty swirls over which campaign promises Trump will enact on first day of presidency

President-elect Donald Trump is expected to sign executive orders on the first day of his presidency, but which campaign promises he will deliver on that day remains uncertain. NBC News ...

NBC News - Jan. 17

Mixed emotions, uncertainty in Israel over potential Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal

There's been a mixed reaction in Israel to the potential hostage release and Gaza ceasefire deal announced Wednesday. CBS News contributor Robert Berger has more from Jerusalem.

CBS News - Jan. 16

Gaza Cease-Fire Deal Brings Joy, but Is Shadowed With Uncertainty

An agreement offers Gazans at least some respite, and for Israelis it means the release of hostages. But the deal’s ambiguity leaves open the possibility that fighting could resume within weeks.

The New York Times - Jan. 16

Hollywood production rose at the end of a brutal 2024. But wildfires add new uncertainty

From October to December, Hollywood production was up 6.2% compared with the same period a year earlier, according to the nonprofit FilmLA.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 15

How to Master Execution in Your Business

Turn plans into progress by focusing on how to make and meet your goals.

Inc. - Jan. 14

China's exports in December grew 10.7%, beating estimates amid uncertainty over trade tariffs

China’s exports in December grew at a faster pace than expected, as factories rushed to fulfill orders amid uncertainty over trade tariffs that could be imposed by U.S. President-elect Donald Trump

ABC News - Jan. 12

UCLA women's basketball team copes with fear, uncertainty during fire threat

The top-ranked Bruins returned home from Indiana this week as the Palisades fire and others ignited, forcing coach Cori Close and the players to deal with tragedy.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 11

Hyundai unveils new electric SUV amid uncertainty

It's an uncertain time in the electric vehicle market, but Hyundai Motors is preparing to release a highly anticipated new electric SUV. The company's global CEO opened up about the new vehicle and ...

CBS News - Jan. 11

Threat of Trump tariffs adds to global economic uncertainty, IMF warns

Kristalina Georgieva says unpredictability of US trade policy is driving up borrowing costs around the world

Financial Times - Jan. 10

Constellation Brands’ stock slides as CEO cites ‘uncertainty’ about consumer spending

The parent of the Modelo and Corona beer brands lowered its 2025 outlook, despite third-quarter profit growth.

MarketWatch - Jan. 10

At Los Angeles emergency shelters, wildfire evacuees turn to community help amid uncertainty

Emergency shelters have become refuges for many whose lives have been upended by the unprecedented fires that continue to ravage the Los Angeles area.

NBC News - Jan. 10

Uncertainty Over Trump’s EV Policies Clouds 2025 Forecast for Carmakers

Possible tariffs and an end to a $7,500 tax credit are only two factors that could affect automakers’ plans as the new administration assumes power.

Inc. - Jan. 9

Business Leaders Are Zeroing in on Culture in 2025

In a recent Inc. poll, leaders chimed in about their workplace priorities for the year – and company culture is taking the cake.

Inc. - Jan. 8

Alaska's snow crab season is back after pause, but uncertainty looms

Biologists blamed the rapid decline of snow crab on a 2018 climate-fueled heatwave. Some fishermen are still reeling as they face a murky future.

CBS News - Jan. 6

Snow crab fishing in Alaska returns, but fishermen face uncertainty amid reduced quotas

After a two-year pause, fishermen are once again allowed to catch snow crab off the waters of Alaska. The problem that led to the pause wasn't limited to snow crabs, and the solution hopes to help ...

CBS News - Jan. 6

Europe is not a business backwater

Comparisons with the US stock market undersell the continent’s companies and their potential

Financial Times - Jan. 5

Barcelona uncertainty goes on as latest request to register Dani Olmo is rejected

La Liga and RFEF reject Olmo and Víctor registrations Barcelona likely to take case to Spain’s sports council Barcelona have failed in their latest attempt to register the Spain international ...

The Guardian - Jan. 4

How Georgia and Notre Dame handled tragedy, uncertainty and then a football game over 36 hours in New Orleans

In the aftermath of a deadly attack that killed 14 people, officials at the Sugar Bowl, Georgia and Notre Dame dealt with a situation unlike any they had faced before.

ESPN - Jan. 3

Speakership uncertainty as new Congress begins. Here's how voting will work.

The 119th Congress convenes Friday with a huge shift of power in Washington as the GOP takes control of both chambers ahead of Donald Trump's inauguration.

ABC News - Jan. 3

Undersea sabotage response is a dangerous business

Holding shady sailors to account would be a lot less perilous than risking war with a powerful nation

Financial Times - Jan. 2

The booming business of special needs education in England

The public spending watchdog warns that the system is becoming ‘financially unsustainable’ for councils

Financial Times - Jan. 2

2025 Dynasty Fantasy Football Quarterback Rankings: Sam Darnold soars despite uncertainty beyond this season

Updated quarterback rankings for Dynasty leagues entering 2025

CBS Sports - Jan. 1

Business trends, risks and companies to watch in 2025

Will private credit reap benefits from deregulation, can the tech bubble keep inflating and will EV sales start to rise again?

Financial Times - Jan. 1

China's Xi Jinping Nods to 'External Uncertainties' in New Year's Speech

Weeks before Trump takes office, the Chinese leader is seeking to shore up confidence that China’s economy can withstand threats.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 31

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