President Trump calls on Apple to abandon DEI 'hoax' following shareholder vote
President Donald Trump called out Apple on Wednesday after shareholders of the company voted against a proposal to end diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs.
McDonald's exec says no surcharges on eggs
McDonald’s won’t put a surcharge on eggs at its U.S. restaurants despite a nationwide shortage and higher prices caused by bird flu, according to an executive.
Small businesses seeing revenues rise, but tariff threats loom
A Bank of America Institute study found that small businesses' revenue grew at a faster pace than payments for the first time in three years, though tariffs could pose a cost challenge.
SpaceX rocket to send Intuitive Machine's second lunar lander to the moon
Intuitive Machines out of Texas is sending a second lunar lander, this time Athena, to the moon, where it will drill for water, ice and other gases.
Starbucks will remove these drinks from the menu soon
Starbucks is working to simplify its offerings and, come March 4, just over a dozen drinks will be taken off the coffeehouse chain’s menu.
Pepsi will not factor representation metrics in executive compensation
Pepsi is set to add language to its website clarifying they will no longer factor representation metrics into their executive compensation packages.
Home Depot says consumers postponing renovation projects, citing high interest rates
Home Depot said that its customers are still holding off on larger renovation projects as macroeconomic conditions continue to impact the housing market.
Apple's DEI program will live on following failed shareholder vote
Apple will continue on with its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) programs following a failed shareholder vote and pressure from the board to vote "no."
Walmart keeps store shelves stocked with eggs as shortage plagues retailers nationwide
The ongoing nationwide egg shortage has forced several companies to place purchasing restrictions on the product. Walmart is one of the retailers that hasn't done so, yet.
Starbucks to lay off over 1,000 corporate workers
Starbucks announced it was laying off over 1,000 corporate workers as it tries to simplify operations as part of its "Back to Starbucks" turnaround plan.
Apple unveils historic $500B investment in US manufacturing, innovation: 'Bullish on the future'
Apple announced a historic 11-figure investment in the American economy on Monday, pledging $500 billion to mark a "new chapter in the history of American innovation."
JetBlue passenger blesses planes with oil following flight incidents
A Florida woman whose stepfather is a pastor used blessed oil on two planes she recently traveled on to protect herself and all those on board, she said.
Pepsi drops DEI chief, representation goals — but not everyone is convinced
Pepsi announced it is ditching several DEI initiatives as the soda-maker joins the growing ranks of companies dropping the controversial initiatives.
Delta flight diverted back to LAX after smoke detected in galley
A Delta Air Lines flight was diverted back to Los Angeles, California, on Saturday night after smoke was detected in the galley on the way to Sydney, Australia.
Microsoft's Majorana 1 chip accelerates the quantum computing timeline, tech expert says
Constellation Research founder R 'Ray' Wang analyzes Apple and Microsoft's new Majorana 1 quantum chip on 'Varney & Co.'
Boeing CEO says Musk helping to speed up delayed Air Force One jets
Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg said at an analyst conference that SpaceX CEO Elon Musk is helping Boeing address issues that have delayed delivery of the new Air Force One jets.
Market has been 'incredibly resilient' in the face of all these headlines, executive says
Greenwood Capital President and CIO Walter Todd and Strategic Wealth Partner CEO Mark Tepper discuss Walmart earnings, the decline in homebuilder confidence and the latest tech unveilings.
Apple's entire AI roadmap has been 'underwhelming,' expert says
The Futurum Group CEO Daniel Newman discusses Apple's iPhone 16e and whether Microsoft's new chip will fast track the quantum computing era on 'Varney & Co.'
Trump 'not happy' with Boeing over Air Force One delays
President Donald Trump says he's "not happy" with Boeing after the new Air Force One was delayed.
Walmart gets boost from higher earners but stock falls on weaker forecast
Walmart reported strong quarterly results, continuing to benefit from an increase in higher earners who were purchasing more groceries and discretionary items.


















