Business
All the latest news stories about the business world: mergers, IPOs, trends, personalities, and more
Big Business This Week: Just How Big A Threat Is AI to Global Finance?
When Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent (above) and Fed chair Jay Powell jointly summon America’s top bankers to a meeting in Washington, you know it’s big.
Jury Finds Live Nation and Ticketmaster Guilty of Illegal Monopoly
A jury in Manhattan federal court found Wednesday that Live Nation and its subsidiary Ticketmaster illegally maintained monopoly power in the ticketing market.
American Airlines Faces Union Pressure Amid Performance Struggles
American Airlines flight attendants plan to picket the company’s headquarters, calling for new leadership as the carrier trails Delta and United in profits.
Five-Star Frenzy: The Hotels Redefining Luxury in 2026
Luxury travel is surging, with 2026 bookings up 30–40%. Forbes Travel Guide reveals new hotspots, five-star trends, and what’s driving the $181B boom.
Estée Lauder Sues Walmart Over Alleged Counterfeit Beauty Sales
Estée Lauder has filed a lawsuit in California federal court accusing Walmart of allowing counterfeit versions of its beauty products to be sold on Walmart.com.
FCC Clears Amazon to Expand Satellite Fleet
The Federal Communications Commission has approved Amazon’s request to deploy 4500 additional low Earth orbit satellites.
FDA Blocks Moderna Flu Shot Review Amid Tougher Vaccine Scrutiny
The Food and Drug Administration has refused to begin reviewing Moderna’s application for its experimental flu vaccine.
xAI Co-Founders Flee as Deepfake Probes Shake Musk’s A.I. Empire
Elon Musk’s xAI has lost two co-founders in as many days, with influential researcher Jimmy Ba announcing his departure shortly after fellow co-founder Tony Wu.
U.S. Adds 130,000 Jobs in January, Beating Expectations
U.S. employers added 130,000 jobs in January, beating expectations, while the unemployment rate dipped to 4.3%, signaling continued resilience in hiring.
The Floral Brand Disrupting Valentine’s Day Delivery
With $3B spent on Valentine’s flowers, UrbanStems CEO Meenakshi Lala shares trends, tech innovations, and how gifting is evolving for 2026.
The Real Estate Bets Paying Off in 2026 Aren’t the Obvious Ones
Rich Hill of Principal Asset Management breaks down where real estate capital is flowing, what’s driving returns, and how 2026 could reshape the market.
