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How to Choose Company Benefits That Appeal to Gen Z

Today’s companies need to rethink their benefits packages to attract and retain new talent.

Inc. - Jan. 16

Bessent says US should increase sanctions on Russian oil companies

Trump Treasury pick tells Senate panel he wants to ratchet up pressure on Putin regime

Financial Times - Jan. 16

U.S. sanctions on Russia hit oil freight rates

On Jan. 10, the U.S. Treasury announced fresh measures to deplete Russia's energy revenues, including on 183 vessels, largely oil tankers.

CNBC - Jan. 16

How wildfires increase financial risk for utility companies

As extreme blazes happen more frequently, the sector faces costly litigation and damages to infrastructure

Financial Times - Jan. 16

Has China already reached peak oil?

The country’s demand for crude seems to be plateauing sooner than expected. The implications are huge

Financial Times - Jan. 16

At This Ballet Company, the Priority Is Dancers’ Mental Health

Azara Ballet in Florida is a place where performers can just be themselves.

The New York Times - Jan. 14

Europe Accuses China of Unfairly Blocking EU Companies

The bloc alleges discrimination in the Chinese procurement market, raising the possibility of retaliation.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 14

FirstFT: ‘Breakthrough’ raises hopes for Gaza ceasefire deal

Also in today’s newsletter, special counsel Jack Smith issues report on election interference, and Amazon plans AI ‘brain’ for Alexa

Financial Times - Jan. 14

Oil futures settle at a 5-month high as U.S. tightens sanctions on Russian oil

U.S. and global benchmark crude-oil prices settled Monday at their highest since August as investors focused on the potential supply hit from further tightening of U.S. sanctions on Russia’s oil ...

MarketWatch - Jan. 13

Supreme Court allows Honolulu lawsuit against oil companies to proceed

The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday rejected a request by oil companies to dismiss a lawsuit by the city of Honolulu seeking to hold them responsible for the impacts of climate change. The defendants ...

The Hill - Jan. 13

Trump’s return raises prospect of global tax war

Plans to levy higher rates on US multinationals could spur president-elect to respond with tariffs

Financial Times - Jan. 12

Iran Races to Sell Oil Stored in China

Tehran has shipped out nearly 3 million barrels to raise money that could be used to shore up its allied militias in the Middle East.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 11

US and UK toughens sanctions on Russian oil industry

The actions are aimed at cutting off revenue Moscow is using to fund its war in Ukraine.

BBC News - Jan. 11

Wellema Hat Company Destroyed by Los Angeles Wildfires

The Wellema Hat Company was one of many local Los Angeles businesses destroyed by this week’s fires. Now its founders are figuring out how to — or even if they can — start over.

The New York Times - Jan. 11

U.S. Companies Cut Diversity Efforts as Challenges Mount

At least six major U.S. companies modified their DEI policies last year.

Inc. - Jan. 10

Biden Raises Bounty For Nicolás Maduro to $25 Million

The United States will also extend temporary protections for roughly 600,000 Venezuelan migrants in the United States.

The New York Times - Jan. 10

Media companies scrap streaming service Venu

ESPN, Fox and Warner Bros. Discovery announced Friday they were pulling the plug on the Venu Sports streaming service before it even started.

ESPN - Jan. 10

Sainsbury's raises pay but is cautious on hiring

The supermarket chain will lift wages to £12.60 but expects costs to increase after Budget measures.

BBC News - Jan. 10

How to Get Your Company Ready to Borrow in 2025

Here are some tips to make your loan applications go smoothly and quickly in the new year.

Inc. - Jan. 9

Trump will struggle to drive down oil prices

Energy production in the US will rise but more of the output will be gassy

Financial Times - Jan. 9

Companies decline to drill in Alaska wildlife refuge

Click for the latest from The Hill {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Companies decline to drill in Alaska wildlife refuge Alaska on Wednesday sued the Biden ...

The Hill - Jan. 8

As Bitcoin Booms, More and More Companies Are Taking a Stake

Businesses that have nothing to do with crypto still see BTC as a hedge against inflation or a way to entice investors.

Inc. - Jan. 8

Bitcoin Is Luring More Companies and Their Cash

It is a sharp pivot away from the cautious approach of the traditional corporate treasury, normally charged with safeguarding cash rather than chasing higher returns.

The New York Times - Jan. 8

Car companies have an infuriating software problem

Managing smooth updates is becoming ever more important with the spread of EVs and more sophisticated systems

Financial Times - Jan. 8

House of Huawei — inside China’s ‘most powerful company’

Eva Dou’s authoritative account of the secretive tech company that has become a flashpoint in US-China relations

Financial Times - Jan. 8

Toyota invests $44.4M in private Japanese spaceflight company

Yahoo News - Jan. 7

Oil futures settle at their highest level since October

Oil futures finished higher on Tuesday, shaking off their losses from a day earlier to resume the rally they started the year with and buoyed by expectations for stronger demand.

MarketWatch - Jan. 7

Anthropic in talks to raise funding at $60 billion valuation

AI startup Anthropic is in late-stage talks to raise as much as $2 billion at a $60 billion valuation, according to a person familiar with the deal.

CNBC - Jan. 7

Oil companies pay record $5.6M settlement after FTC alleges illegal coordination

Three oil companies will pay a record penalty to settle allegations that they illegally coordinated before a merger between them was complete in 2021 and 2022, the federal government announced ...

The Hill - Jan. 7

Pentagon Labels More Chinese Companies as Military in Nature

Tencent was added to the Defense Department’s list of “Chinese military companies,” contributing to a selloff in U.S.-listed shares of the WeChat owner.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 7

U.S. Adds Tencent to Chinese Military Companies Blacklist

Tencent’s shares plunged nearly 10 percent after it was designated a military company. The Chinese battery manufacturer CATL was also added to the list.

The New York Times - Jan. 7