Thu, May 1, 2025

by: Reuters

ABB to spin off world's second biggest robotics business

ZURICH (Reuters) -Swiss industrial group ABB on Thursday announced plans to spin off its robotics division in the biggest shake up at the company since it sold its power grids business to Japan's Hitachi in 2018. The business is the world's second-biggest industrial robot maker after Japan's FANUC Corp and competes with rivals including Yaskawa and Germany's Kuka. The global robotics is valued at $16.5 billion by the International Federation of Robotics, which last year forecast a 4% in

by: WSAZ

Columbus business breaks ground on Kentucky facility

A new company is coming to the Greenup-Boyd Riverport in Wurtland and promising new jobs.

by: Newsweek

Tears at what dog "with anxiety" does to cope on busy train ride

Viewers loved the video, with one writing that they love people "that take extra care of their pets."

by: HuffPost

'Unhinged': Trump's 'Greatest' Claim About Business Backfires Spectacularly

The president attacked business leaders who disagree with his policies on tariffs.

by: Fortune

Tory Burch makes $1 billion pledge for women entrepreneurs

The Tory Burch Foundation promises to support women entrepreneurs with revenue totaling $1 billion by 2030.

by: MLB

Cycle, offensive fireworks make for busy Tuesday in the Minors

A number of Top 100 prospects proved worthy of their rankings, but a player in the Single-A Florida State League took a good portion of Tuesday's spotlight. Along with his milestone, there were a handful of four-hit games and an array of homers, RBIs and top plays that highlighted the

by: PBS

NJ Spotlight News | Storm cleanup continues for Essex County businesses | Season 2021

Bloomfield Township has added bulk pickup days to help businesses and residents clean up

by: abc13

Judge KP George's finance report shows no loan repayment during timeframe of new felony charges

Fort Bend County Judge KP George says a campaign loan shouldn't have gotten him in trouble, but campaign finance reports obtained by ABC13 say otherwise.

by: Forbes

30 Under 30 Europe Finance 2025: The Funders And Founders Moving Money Into The Future

30 Under 30 Europe Finance 2025: This year's honorees aren't inheriting the financial system. They're building the infrastructure for what comes next.

by: CNN

Can Uncle Roger make it in the restaurant business? | CNN

Malaysian comedian Nigel Ng made his name as Uncle Roger, a grumpy Asian boomer character who roasts chefs on YouTube for how they cook fried rice. Now he's turned his hand to opening his own chain of restaurants but can he live up to his own standards? And what does Uncle Roger think of CNN anchor Kristie Lu Stout's cooking?

by: Grist

Who will finance global climate solutions? Not the West.

As the U.S. and Europe slash their development funding, Chinese president Xi Jinping vowed that his country "will not slow down its climate actions."

by: CNN

A guide to financial sanity now | CNN Business

The first 100 days of the second Trump administration upended a lot of things, not least of which was what investors, businesses and consumers thought they knew about the US economy.

by: Reuters

Credit Agricole shares fall as rising costs and tax hit Q1 result

Credit Agricole reported a drop in first-quarter profit on Wednesday as a one-off government tax hike, rising costs and retail weakness offset strength in its investment bank.

by: Forbes

Financial Well-Being For Gen Xers: A Journey Of Resilience And Alignment

Meet Xavier, a hardworking Gen Xer who has climbed the corporate ladder with determination and grit. Despite his financial success following a divorce a decade ago, Xavier faces frustrations that keep him up at night.

by: CoinTelegraph

Australia's finance watchdog to crack down on dormant crypto exchanges

Australia's financial intelligence agency AUSTRAC has told dormant crypto exchanges to withdraw their registrations or be flushed out over fears scammers could use the firms.

by: PBS

NJ Spotlight News | Business Report: Another inflation indicator | Season 2022

Producer price index shows surge in the cost of producing goods

by: Fortune

Powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake hits Myanmar, topples skyscraper in Bangkok

In Bangkok, a 30-storey building under construction collapsed, trapping 43 workers, police and medics said.

by: KTXL

North Stockton businesses become new focus on police community walks

The Stockton Police Department conducted a community walk at West Lane Plaza to deter crime and theft, build relationships with business owners, and make their presence known, and this was one of their biggest community walks so far, lasting around 4 hours.

by: Patch

What's Opening In West Hartford? A Look At New Businesses

36 new businesses opened in West Hartford recently.
Wed, April 30, 2025

by: TheNewsCenter

The second annual Business Exchange brought more than 40 businesses together

42 businesses set up at the Parkersburg Art Center for the Second Annual Business Exchange.

by: ProPakistani

Finance Minister Terms US Tariffs "Manageable Situation" for Pakistan

Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb Wednesday expressed confidence that the situation evolving at global level after US Tariffs is

by: WHTM

Lancaster businesses to receive $100,000 grants

(WHTM) — Businesses in the southern part of Lancaster are getting financial help. The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development awarded grants of $100,000 spread among 13 businesses. Some feel that the end of the city hasn't gotten enough support, and that's why these grants are going there. "Investing in small businesses is a […]

by: ESPN

Elway's business partner dies from fall injuries

Jeff Sperbeck, the longtime friend, business partner and former agent of John Elway, has died from injuries suffered when he fell off a golf cart reportedly being driven by the Hall of Fame quarterback.

by: WSOC

Developer to demolish former furniture site, pave way for new business in Burke County

A developer in Burke County plans to demolish an old site to potentially bring in new business to a small town.

by: Politico

Federal campaign finance agency won't have enough members to enforce the law

The agency responsible for enforcing federal election law has also lost its ability to proactively make policies.

by: CNN

The month that shook the markets | CNN Business

April has been one of the wildest months in recent memory for markets.

by: Forbes

It's Time For Leaders To Embrace 'All In AI' In Their Businesses

Its time to show your customers and investors the money using AI

by: CNN

Ford CEO Jim Farley: Employee pricing will continue as new auto tariffs loom | CNN Business

Ford CEO Jim Farley announced Wednesday on CNN that the automaker is extending its "employee pricing" offer to car buyers for another month, through July 4, to encourage sales to consumers nervous about rising prices because of new tariffs on imported cars and auto parts.

by: BBC

Sark finance committee faces confidence vote

A committee seeks to secure a £1.5m loan from Guernsey States to acquire electrical infrastructure.

by: Forbes

How Stablecoins, Blockchain-Based Payment Networks Reshape Finance

While blockchain technology moves behind the scenes, stablecoins are taking center stage.

by: Patch

What's Opening In Berlin? A Look At New Businesses

17 new businesses opened in Berlin recently.

by: AFP

Germany's next finance minister, 'bridge-builder' Lars Klingbeil

Germany's incoming finance minister Lars Klingbeil is a self-styled political "bridge-builder" whose calm and personable demeanour belies his sharp political instincts.Klingbeil -- who studied political science, sociology and history, not finance -- will wield a spending "bazooka" worth hundreds of billions of euros to rebuild Germany's military and infrastructure, agreed by the outgoing parliament.

by: Patch

What's Opening In Southington? A Look At New Businesses

30 new businesses opened in Southington recently.

by: BirminghamWorld

ART Business Loans appoints new lending manager

Birmingham-based ART Business Loans has appointed Richard Steele as an additional Lending Manager, in support of its relationship-led business model.

by: Reuters

HEDGE FLOW Hedge fund European stock selling hits decade peak in March and April, says Goldman

Hedge funds sold European stock during March and April in the largest amount in 10 years, said a report by Goldman Sachs.

by: PBS

NJ Spotlight News | Business Report: New data on inflation due this week | Season 2022

Worries about inflation also unnerved Wall Street Monday

by: PBS

NJ Spotlight News | Business Report: Funding for startups | Season 2023

State funding has gone to startups in clean technology, aerospace and gene therapy

by: Insider

Inside the AI boom that's transforming how consultants work at McKinsey, BCG, and Deloitte

AI is quietly reshaping what it means to work as a consultant at top firms like McKinsey, BCG, Deloitte, KPMG, and others.

by: Reuters

SocGen beats Q1 forecasts after retail rebound and equities boom

French bank Societe Generale reported stronger-than-expected first-quarter earnings on Wednesday, propelled by a continued rebound in retail banking and a jump in equities trading amid volatile financial markets.

by: Fortune

From inflation-defying prices to printing one of the most popular books, how Ikea made itself indispensable with frugality and creativity

Whether with €1 bulbs or 85 pence hot dogs, Ikea's knack for going against the grain has kept it in business for 82 years. What comes next?

by: Fortune

WHO offers early retirement to cut costs ahead of U.S. exit

The World Health Organization is asking some employees to consider early retirement as the United Nations agency seeks to cut costs.
Tue, April 29, 2025

by: NewsNation

Inside the booming business of bomb and survival shelters

Bomb and survival shelters are all the rage right now, and NewsNation visited a top-secret development in northeast Texas to get a close-up look.

by: WMUR

'Pandemic-level crises': Small businesses dependent on imports from China are feeling tariff pinch

"We are seeing pandemic-level crises right now," Rutherford said. "The uncertainty is real. We don't know how to plan right now. Every day is new."

by: CNN

'60 Minutes' criticizes Paramount on air after its longtime producer quits | CNN Business

CBS News' '"60 Minutes" addressed the surprise exit of its longtime executive producer Bill Owens on Sunday's program, with anchor Scott Pelley saying that "no one is happy" about his departure.

by: Reuters

Georgian police raid homes of activists providing financing to anti-government protesters

Georgian prosecutors said on Tuesday they had conducted searches at the apartments of five individuals who helped organise funding campaigns to support street protesters, amid a government crackdown on the rallies that have raged for months. Georgians have taken to the streets nightly since November to voice opposition to a government decision to halt accession talks to the European Union, a reversal of a longstanding national goal in the South Caucasus country of 3.7 million. The demonstrations have drawn a swift crackdown by police, resulting in hundreds of arrests and beatings, rights groups say.

by: Forbes

20 Challenges AI Poses For The Finance World And How To Overcome Them

Industry leaders and their businesses are more susceptible to highly engineered and sophisticated attacks by hackers.

by: BBC

Business evacuated after 16 people fall ill

An ambulance hazard team is called to the commercial property.

by: Fortune

Trump's China tariffs already cost a family-owned game business $16 million in orders from ships stranded at sea

Small business owners who depend on imports from China to survive have become increasingly desperate.

Unlocking Smarter Risk Assessment: How AI Could Revolutionize Auto Finance

AI offers new ways to streamline risk assessment, detect fraud, improve customer service and boost operational efficiency.

The article from Forbes Business Council, published on April 30, 2025, discusses how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming risk assessment in the auto finance industry. AI's ability to analyze vast amounts of data quickly and accurately allows for more precise credit scoring, fraud detection, and personalized loan offerings. By leveraging machine learning algorithms, AI can identify patterns and predict outcomes with greater reliability, leading to reduced default rates and improved customer experiences. The article highlights that AI not only enhances operational efficiency but also enables auto finance companies to make more informed decisions, ultimately fostering a more robust and dynamic market environment.

Read the Full Forbes Article at:
https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinesscouncil/2025/04/30/unlocking-smarter-risk-assessment-how-ai-could-revolutionize-auto-finance/