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One of China's hottest toys sold millions. The inventor made $830.
by
Jennifer Pak
May 9, 2024
A person who comes up with a good idea might not always reap the rewards in China's manufacturing ecosystem.
Inflation is "not yet where it needs to be," Treasury Secretary Yellen says
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Sean McHenry
May 9, 2024
Janet Yellen addresses the state of the U.S. economy and underscores the country's rivalry and collaboration with China in an interview.
Gen Z is taking on more credit card debt
May 9, 2024
The credit bureau TransUnion is out with a report showing that borrowers aged 22 to 24 are carrying an average of $2,834 in credit card debt — about a quarter more than millennials in the same age range a decade ago.
New drugs transform weight loss industry
May 9, 2024
Weight Watchers holds its annual shareholder meeting today, which includes a presentation by departing board member Oprah Winfrey.
Working toward an economy that meets everyone's needs
by
David Brancaccio
and Natalie White
May 9, 2024
Natalie Foster, President of the Economic Security Project, discusses the important role of government guarantees in shaping the future of the economy.
Growing fan interest doesn't mean better pay for women athletes. Yet.
May 8, 2024
Caitlin Clark is bringing more fans, media and money to the WNBA. Many argue that makes her five-figure rookie salary hard to square.
U.S. rents have grown faster than wages for the past 5 years
May 8, 2024
Rent growth is slower in some places, but much faster in others. We're looking at you, New York City.
For public good, not for profit.
Business owners are warily stocking their inventories
by
Justin Ho
May 8, 2024
With interest rate cuts uncertain, businesses owners are keeping their shelves a little leaner. But that's not necessarily a bad sign.
How GE made history: a look back at an iconic conglomerate
May 8, 2024
In April, General Electric split itself up to focus on wind power, aerospace and health care. Its finance and media divisions are long gone.
Schwan’s won customers with its ice cream delivery. A new name and layoffs challenge its legacy
May 8, 2024
Since 1952, Schwan’s yellow trucks and friendly drivers have been delivering frozen food to households. The industry has become more competitive and crowded and recently, the company changed names and stopped deliveries in most states.