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What does it mean for the economy when businesses grow their inventories?
Jul 17, 2024
It all depends on why they're doing it.
A look at part of Amazon's $1.2 billion on-the-job training investment
by
David Brancaccio
and Alex Schroeder
Jul 17, 2024
Amazon has pledged to spend $1.2 billion to provide free skills training to about 300,000 Amazon employees.
Republicans are embracing crypto
by
Matt Levin
Jul 17, 2024
The official Republican platform adopted earlier this week says the party will "defend the right to mine bitcoin."
For cities, hosting political conventions can come with costs as well as revenue
Jul 17, 2024
Milwaukee's visitors bureau estimates the Republican National Convention is bringing $200 million to the city. But that doesn't include business lost due to the crowds.
A tour of "emotionally intelligent" AI
by
Matt Levin
Jul 16, 2024
Creators say the new AI is capable of inferring users' emotions, but some experts are wary of the dangers of adaptive AI.
Homebuilders still glum with rates still high
Jul 16, 2024
In the midst of a lagging housing market, builders hope for easier terms on mortgages and construction loans.
Inside the world of UPS’ overnight shipping hub
Jul 16, 2024
Many logistics firms have their own air operations. Worldport, in Kentucky, includes a "hotel," taco trucks and flight simulators.
For public good, not for profit.
Retail sales figures are flat but a deeper dive shows consumer resilience
Jul 16, 2024
Spending in many sectors, like furniture and online shopping, was strong. Falling prices also depressed the top line numbers in some categories.
Teen summer employment is still booming
Jul 16, 2024
In June, 37.4% of 16- to 19-year-olds were either working or looking for a job, according to the latest jobs report. That’s just shy of a 15-year high of 38% back in March.
What are J.D. Vance's economic views?
by
David Brancaccio
, Alex Schroeder
and Ariana Rosas
Jul 16, 2024
Ohio Senator J.D. Vance is a proponent of economic populism, which sets him apart from the traditional Republican establishment.