• Fri, February 21, 2025

by: Forbes

China Market Update: Alibaba Goes Ballistic, Finance Minister Talks Consumption, Week In Review

Asian equities ended a positive week on a high note, led by Hong Kong and Mainland China-listed growth stocks following Alibaba's financial results, which were reported after the close in Hong Kong yesterday.

by: CNN

Target is getting hit from all sides on DEI

The lawsuit suit shows that Target is essentially getting squeezed from both sides on DEI. Target did not respond to CNN's request for comment on the suit. There's a long backstory to the suit, which alleges that Target's DEI initiatives led to its 2023 Pride Month merchandise that drew the ire of conservative media figures.

by: Salon

Why you should consider freezing your credit right now

To freeze your credit, you'll need to contact each of the three major credit bureaus individually. Once your credit is frozen, you can temporarily lift the freeze when you need to apply for credit, and then reinstate it afterward.

by: Politico

Three potential pitfalls for phase 2 Gaza talks

The second round of talks to end the Israel-Hamas war in the Gaza Strip begins in the coming days, and former officials see three potential challenges that could derail progress towards a permanent cease-fire.

by: Calendar

Ditch the Juggling Act: 12 Ways Automated Scheduling Will Revolutionize Your Life (and Business)

While you are buried under a stack of sticky notes, trying to make sense of scribbled appointments, your phone buzzes with last-minute changes. Does this sound familiar? If you are a busy entrepreneur,

by: coloradopolitics

Colorado House committee votes to advance bill to adjust state's pay structure for tipped workers

Colorado's pay structure for tipped workers is set to change with House Bill 1208. The bill aims to address wage disparities and local minimum wage hikes.

by: Marketplace

What do you want to know about business or the economy?

In our weekly I've Always Wondered series, we tackle all of your questions about business, finance and the economy. Have you ever wondered why gas prices end in nine-tenths of a cent? What you should do with old savings bonds? Why cereal doesn't come in resealable bags? Or how tariffs will impact the economy?

by: Reuters

AustralianSuper fined $17 million for failure to merge duplicate accounts

AustralianSuper, the country's largest pension fund, was fined A$27 million ($17.3 million) after a court found it had failed to identify and merge duplicate member accounts, the corporate watchdog said on Friday.

by: jacobin

US Economic Decline Has Been Greatly Exaggerated

A focus on GDP and national accounts gives a misleading picture of US economic power. In the age of globalization, production can be based in countries like China while most of the profits flow back to American firms,

by: Inc

What Would Trump Taking Control of the USPS Mean for You?

by: MSN

Coinbase Stock Swings After SEC Drops Lawsuit

Coinbase stock is bouncing between positive and negative territory Friday on news the SEC is dismissing its lawsuit against the the crypto exchange.

by: MSN

This Stock Has a 10% Dividend Yield and Trades at a 52-Week Low. Is It a Bargain Right Now?

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by: Reuters

US business activity stalling; consumers' inflation expectations surge

U.S. business activity nearly stalled in February amid mounting fears over tariffs on imports and deep cuts in federal government spending, erasing all the gains notched in the aftermath of President Donald Trump's election victory.

by: Reuters

What private equity can teach executives about metrics: Fridson

Wall Street is often blamed for reducing corporate managers' understanding of business to a single, gameable measure of success: quarterly earnings versus analysts' consensus forecast.

by: MSN

What's JD Vance's net worth?

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by: MSN

No, image doesn't show Project 2025's "plan for women"

A screenshot authentically shows a "plan for women" outlined on page 432 of Project 2025 — a sweeping, conservative plan for a U.S. Republican presidential administration — that would curtail their rights on various issues.

by: MSN

Dow falls nearly 750 points and US stocks tumble as businesses and consumers worry about tariffs

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

Booming business in Chapin: Construction begins on Lake Murray Business Park

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by: MSN

RAK Ruler appoints Director General of Department of Finance

The decree is effective from the date of issuance and will be published in the official gazette. Salem Al Owais brings extensive expertise in leading

by: MSN

Five9, Inc. (NASDAQ:FIVN) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript February 20, 2025 Operator: Thank you for joining us today. Certain statements made during the course of this conference call that are not historical facts including those regarding the future financial performance and cash position of the company,

by: MSN

Legal Tips for Startups: 4 Essentials Every New Business Should Know

So you've got a great business idea and you're excited to share it with the world. Now is the time, at the earliest stage when you're honing your mission and image, to ensure that you've put all the necessary legal responsibilities on your to-do list.

by: MSN

Business Lookahead: Ukraine, Germany, tariffs and more

From U.S. President Donald Trump's rhetorical shift on Ukraine to Nvidia's first quarterly results since the emergence of DeepSeek, these are the stories to watch in business and finance in the coming week.

by: MSN

Numsa urges government intervention to prevent ArcelorMittal SA plant closures

Numsa demands immediate government action to halt ArcelorMittal's planned closure of its Long Steel Business, warning of severe repercussions for South Africa's manufacturing sector

by: MSN

What is JD Vance's net worth?

While the exact circumstances of Vance's childhood in Middletown, Ohio, are a matter of dispute and speculation, he certainly faced trying circumstances. His mother was addicted to painkillers and "raised her own children amid violence,

by: MSN

AstraZeneca Secures China Rights to Anemia Drug, Buying FibroGen Unit in $160M Deal

By selling its China business to AstraZeneca, FibroGen can focus on developing a prostate cancer drug and potentially resuming development of roxadustat in another indication.

by: MSN

Endava plc (NYSE:DAVA) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

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by: MSN

Vatican 'let down' in botched London property deal involving The Pope himself, UK Judge rules

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by: MSN

Texas Lottery ticket sales to third-party services fuel controversy and questions about the agency's future

While the Lottery Commission says it can't regulate sales to couriers, lawmakers want changes after two major jackpots were won using those services.

by: MSN

Canadian business already feeling impact of Trump's tariff threats

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by: MSN

Basking Ridge Business Leader To Be Honored By Archdiocese Of Newark

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  • Sat, February 22, 2025

by: CNN

Dow tumbles more than 700 points as inflation and tariff fears mount

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by: Tuko

University of Kabianga Advertises 20 Vacancies for Job Seekers

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by: Kiplinger

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by: GOBankingRates

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by: eNCA

Organisations want Finance Minister to speak on SME's on 2025 budget

On Wednesday, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana planned to announce an increase of 2 percentage points in VAT during the 2025 budget speech. However, objections within the Government of National Unity forced the minister to delay his speech. Critics argue that increasing VAT would come at a dire human cost, especially for the poor.

by: Week99er

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In the crypto market recent developments have captured the attention of investors and enthusiasts alike. Canary Capital's proposed Litecoin Spot ETF has been listed on the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC),

by: Kiplinger

Five Wins for Federal Employees in the Social Security Fairness Act

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by: AOL

Mercedes-Benz won't be following Tesla and Elon Musk into robotaxis

The Cybercab was unveiled last October at a glitzy event at a Warner Bros. studio in Burbank, Calif. It's a battery-powered autonomous car without a steering wheel or pedals. It's currently being beta tested in the Bay Area, where Tesla employees hail rides using an app, though the vehicles still feature safety drivers.

by: AOL

America's foremost DEI shareholder activist warns that anti-diversity groups are forcing companies to underperform

Removing obstacles to women and people of color creates a true meritocracy, and shareholders know that's good for business, says Andy Behar, CEO of As You Sow.

by: MSN

Is Nvidia a Bargain Buy Before Feb. 26? The Evidence Is Piling Up and Here's What It Shows.

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by: MSN

Business Finances: A Comprehensive Guide for Entrepreneurs

Starting a business is an exciting venture, but managing its finances can be daunting. Understanding the nuances between personal and business finances, utilizing the right tools, and avoiding common pitfalls are crucial steps in ensuring your business's financial health.

by: MSN

Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (NYSE:TDS) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

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by: MSN

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While investors weren't too thrilled when Walmart reported a conservative outlook during its fourth-quarter earnings this week, the company shared three key numbers that underscore just how much the company has grown in recent years.

by: MSN

Leadership and business culture in startups: How to build a motivated team

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by: MSN

'Carol from accounts': Row erupts at Cheshire West and Chester Council meeting

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by: MSN

After 150 Years of Friendship, the U.S. and Canada Come to Blows

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by: MSN

Local business sues city over issues related to rail development

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What private equity can teach executives about metrics: Fridson

Wall Street is often blamed for reducing corporate managers' understanding of business to a single, gameable measure of success: quarterly earnings versus analysts' consensus forecast.
The article by Martin Fridson, published on Reuters, discusses how private equity firms can teach corporate executives about the importance of metrics in business management. Fridson highlights that private equity investors focus intensely on metrics like cash flow, EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization), and other key performance indicators to drive value creation. He argues that public company executives often overlook these metrics in favor of less tangible goals like market share or brand recognition, which can lead to suboptimal decision-making. Private equity's approach involves rigorous monitoring and a clear understanding of how operational changes impact financial outcomes, which could benefit public companies by fostering a more disciplined, data-driven approach to management. This focus on quantifiable results helps in aligning management's actions with shareholder value, potentially leading to better performance and accountability.

Read the Full Reuters Article at:
https://www.reuters.com/business/what-private-equity-can-teach-executives-about-metrics-fridson-2025-02-21/