Verizon ends DEI programs, diversity goals as it seeks approval for Frontier acquisition
Verizon on Friday announced that it is ending corporate diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) goals as it faces a Trump administration probe and scrutiny of a proposed acquisition.
Boeing bungled $3.9B Air Force One project, blew past deadline and opened door for Qatari jet offer
Boeing's Air Force One project for President Donald Trump is years late and billions over budget. A Qatari jet offer raises questions about security and retrofitting costs.
Uber partners with Volkswagen to launch autonomous shared rides by 2026
Uber's vision of shared, electric, and autonomous mobility advances with Volkswagon partnership, aiming for a 2026 launch in Los Angeles and beyond.
Fox Business Briefs 5/15
Report: UnitedHealth investigated for possible Medicare fraud; Walmart raises prices because of tariffs; Dick’s Sporting Goods to buy Foot Locker for $2.4 billion; Uber expands beyond rides and delivery with new restaurant booking service.
Ford recalls more than 273,000 SUVs over braking issue
Michigan-based automaker Ford recalled nearly 273,800 Expedition and Navigator SUVs from 2022-2024 due to a brake issue that may increase crash risk.
Starbucks workers strike over new dress code
Some Starbucks workers are striking over dress code changes that were implemented under CEO Brian Niccol, whose goal is to boost store image and business.
Trump doesn't want Apple making iPhones in India: 'I had a little problem with Tim Cook'
President Donald Trump said he had a "little problem" this week with Apple CEO Tim Cook regarding the tech giant looking to use facilities in India to make iPhones for the U.S.
GE Aerospace CEO talks Qatar Airways deal: 'Largest widebody engine order in our company's history'
GE Aerospace Chairman and CEO Larry Culp discusses the massive deal with Qatar Airways, their relationship with Boeing, how the company will navigate tariffs and more on 'Mornings with Maria.'
Walmart says some price increases are possible in tariff 'uncertainty,' e-commerce sales grow
Walmart warns of potential price hikes due to tariffs, despite strong Q1 results and e-commerce growth. The retailer remains optimistic about future sales.
Netflix breaks ground on $1B New Jersey studio as Trump pushes for movies to be made in America
Netflix has broken ground on its $1 billion investment to transform a former Army installation into a state-of-the-art studio hub in New Jersey.
United Airlines unveils luxury business class suites with caviar service
United Airlines unveils new Boeing 787 aircraft with Polaris Studio suites, Ossetra caviar and Starlink connectivity for a premium in-flight experience.
WH announces $1.2T in economic commitment with Qatar, including significant Boeing order
The White House announced that President Donald Trump secured economic exchanges with Qatar worth $1.2 trillion, a figure which includes a historic order for Boeing airliners.
Uber expands beyond rides and delivery with new restaurant booking service
Uber expands its services with Dine Out, merging Uber Eats and Rides for easy restaurant bookings. Uber One subscribers enjoy exclusive reservation benefits.
FTC backs DOJ plan to force Google to share search data with competitors in landmark antitrust case
The FTC filed an amicus brief in favor of the DOJ's call for Google to share its user data with competitors after a DC judge ruled the search engine was a monopolist in August, 2024.
Microsoft will lay off nearly 6,000 employees in push for efficiency
Technology giant Microsoft has plans to trim its headcount by 3% through layoffs. CNBC first reported on the move.
Amazon and FedEx reach delivery deal following pullback by UPS
Amazon and FedEx have entered a package delivery deal, with FedEx becoming "one of several third-party partners to deliver packages" to Amazon customers.
China removes ban on Boeing deliveries after deal with US to temporarily slash tariffs
China has removed its ban on airlines accepting Boeing planes after Beijing and Washington agreed to temporarily reduce the steep tariffs on one another.
JetBlue paints plane with special Dunkin' livery
JetBlue and Dunkin' decked out one of the carrier's planes with a special livery. The aircraft, an Airbus A320, is called "Brewing Altitude."
McDonald's to hire up to 375,000 workers this summer
McDonald’s is looking to do a flurry of hiring at its U.S. restaurants in the coming months, with the company saying it and its franchisees plan to bring onboard up to 375,000 restaurant workers.
Apple considering iPhone price hikes this fall: report
Apple is reportedly mulling higher prices for iPhones released this fall and is weighing product updates that could be cited as causing the price hikes rather than tariffs.


















