As the upcoming debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump approaches, voters are eager to gain clarity on the candidates’ plans regarding the economy, inflation, and job growth. Of particular interest is the clean energy sector, which has experienced growth due to a push from the Biden administration, but skepticism from
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After the resounding success of the 2024 Olympics and Paralympics in Paris, all eyes are now on Los Angeles as the city prepares to host the summer Games in 2028. Mayor Karen Bass has expressed both excitement and apprehension about the monumental task of preparing the city for this prestigious event. Drawing from the experience
The ongoing dispute between DirecTV and Disney is causing disruption for millions of DirecTV customers who may not have access to the NFL’s opening “Monday Night Football” game on ESPN. The standoff is centered around carriage fees and bundling issues between the two companies. The blackout of Disney’s TV networks, including ESPN, FX, and ABC
After a 17-year reign at Wendy’s, Nelson Peltz is stepping down as chair of the fast-food chain effective immediately. This announcement comes at a time when Wendy’s is facing challenges due to low-income consumers eating out less, leading to a slump in sales. With shares of the burger chain falling by more than 12% this
Discount home goods retailer Big Lots has recently filed for bankruptcy, signaling a major decline in its business operations. The company, known for its low-priced furniture and decor, has faced challenges due to high interest rates and a sluggish housing market. These factors have significantly slowed down the demand for its products, leading to a
Boeing’s Starliner recently departed from the International Space Station, albeit months behind schedule and without the expected crew members on board. Test pilots Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams remained at the ISS, with plans to return to Earth in February on SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft. The undocking process, occurring at 6:04 p.m. ET on Friday, is
As the National Football League (NFL) season kicks off, automakers are making a significant comeback in the advertising world. Brands such as Toyota, Hyundai, and General Motors are among those seizing the opportunity to capitalize on the NFL and its games as prime advertising platforms in the upcoming months. Toyota, as the “Official Automotive Partner
In a recent development, activist investor Starboard Value has taken steps to dissolve News Corp’s dual-class share structure. This move is seen as a direct challenge to the Murdoch family’s control over the Wall Street Journal parent company. It has been reported by sources familiar with the matter that Starboard Value made this push through
In the world of professional sports, where team ownership is typically held by wealthy investors and corporations, the Green Bay Packers stand out as the only team in the National Football League with a unique ownership structure. Unlike the other 31 NFL franchises, the Packers are owned by stockholders, many of whom are die-hard fans
As the NFL season kicks off, CNBC introduces its Official NFL Team Valuations, ranking professional football teams based on their overall franchise value. This valuation, calculated by CNBC senior sports reporter Michael Ozanian, takes into account a team’s revenue, profit, and debt. It comes as no surprise that the average NFL team is now worth