CFOs expect economy will be worse in a year, Deloitte survey finds
North America's top finance executives have dialed down their 12-month outlooks and overwhelmingly cite economic or financial market risks as their top concern, Deloitte found.
Target faces more headwinds; Bank of America slashes price target
Target shares have been hit with another demotion, this time from Bank of America, following several stock downgrades that have pushed share value to a three-year low.
This zombie tax idea will never work. Kill it once and for all
Politicians who support the idea of a national sales tax, which is sometimes billed as a "FairTax," are selling us a bill of goods – literally.
Death toll rises in fungal meningitis outbreak tied to procedures in Mexico
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is investigating a multinational outbreak of fungal meningitis that has already killed four people.
King Charles childhood items up for auction could fetch thousands: 'Touching collection'
A June 16 auction in England will see an "extraordinarily touching" collection of artwork and photos dating back to the 1950s-1970s go under the hammer, including drawings by a young King Charles.
FTC stalling Microsoft's $69 billion Activision deal
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is reportedly planning to block Microsoft’s $69 billion purchase of video game maker Activision Blizzard, maker of best selling game Call of Duty.
Salesforce rolls out AI cloud business for purpose-driven companies
Salesforce is getting into the generative AI business to help philanthropic organizations like nonprofits, the company announced on Monday.
TikTok users calling berberine 'nature's Ozempic' but is it?
TikTok users have been testing out berberine, which is an herbal supplement, that is gaining popularity for its alleged weight loss effects.
Consumers pessimistic about credit as inflation expectations ease
Americans' worries about rising inflation have hit the lowest point in more than two years, but now consumers are increasingly concerned about access to credit.
Iran seeking sensitive tech from private industry for drone program, US agencies warn
The Departments of Commerce, Justice, State and Treasury issued a warning on Iran's efforts to circumvent sanctions to acquire sensitive tech for drone programs.
Scotland’s former first minister arrested after investigation into funding of Scottish National Party: report
Police in Scotland announced the arrest of a 52-year-old woman, whom news outlets identified as Nicola Sturgeon, Scotland's former first minister.
Legendary director Oliver Stone talks new documentary, the misconceptions behind nuclear energy
Director and producer Oliver Stone shares the story behind his new documentary 'Nuclear Now' and why he wanted to hunter for the truth about nuclear energy on 'The Claman Countdown.'
Major retailer removes 'use-by' dates on milk to curb excessive waste
Marks & Spencer, a major British multinational retailer, is removing its "use-by" dates from milk in an effort to curb unnecessary waste from households who throw away good milk.
Company that recycles plastic into clean fuels coming to West Virginia
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice announced that a company that converts plastic into clean fuels such as hydrogen will be coming to the state near Charleston.
Senate Democrats ask DOJ to investigate Binance statements to lawmakers
Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Chris Van Hollen asked the Justice Department to investigate crypto exchange Binance about whether it made false statements to U.S. lawmakers.
US solar power installations soar as panel imports ease
The U.S. solar industry saw installation of panels soar 47% in the first quarter, according to an industry report released on Thursday.
More US sanctions against Russia coming soon
Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo says the United States and allies will hit Russia with more sanctions over its invasion of Ukraine that was launched in February 2022.
Binance, Coinbase CEOs' fortunes take hit after SEC crypto lawsuits
Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao and Coinbase Chief Executive Brian Armstrong have lost money since the SEC filed lawsuits against both companies earlier this week.
Yellen says more crypto regulation 'would be appropriate'
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said on Wednesday that regulation "would be appropriate" in the crypto industry and she supports regulatory oversight.
Commercial real estate crash still looming over US economy
The commercial real estate market could see prices fall 40% this year due to several headwinds, including high interest rates and a possible credit crunch.



















