Business Headlines

Wall Street is betting on tariff refunds after Supreme Court ruling
Thu Mar 05 5:05 am
When the Supreme Court struck down many of President Trump's tariffs, it left importers wondering how long they'd have to wait to get their money back. Hedge funds are offering to help out.
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WATCH: How traffic dried up in the Strait of Hormuz since the Iran war began
Wed Mar 04 4:36 pm
The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz is "about as wrong as things could go" for global oil markets. Iran achieved it not with a naval blockade, but with cheap drones.
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A Biden-era rule sought to stabilize child care. Why Trump wants it gone
Wed Mar 04 10:57 am
The Trump administration has proposed repealing a Biden-era rule that required states to change how they pay out child care subsidies, citing the potential for fraud.
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America has a housing affordability crisis. Building houses for rent can help
Wed Mar 04 5:00 am
Developers are building more single-family houses for renting. That can lower prices for both renters and buyers.
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An Arkansas manufacturer pins hope on apprenticeships
Tue Mar 03 5:05 pm
Virco Manufacturing has made school furniture since 1950. Now with competition from imports and an aging workforce, Virco is hoping to build the workforce it needs to survive through apprenticeships.
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The candy heir vs. chocolate skimpflation
Tue Mar 03 6:30 am
The grandson of the Reese's Peanut Butter Cups creator has launched a campaign against The Hershey Company, which owns the Reese's brand. He wants them to stop skimping on ingredients.
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Oil prices surge, but no panic yet, as Iran war continues
Mon Mar 02 9:42 am
Global oil prices are in the high $70s as traffic through Strait of Hormuz comes to a halt. Some analysts have warned they could top $100 a barrel if the stoppage is prolonged.
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How long do electric vehicle batteries actually last?
Mon Mar 02 5:00 am
When the modern electric vehicle was still in its infancy, drivers worried that vehicles would need expensive battery replacements within a few years. But battery lifespans are exceeding expectations.
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Prediction market trader 'Magamyman' made $553,000 on death of Iran's supreme leader
Sun Mar 01 9:57 pm
It's the latest trade drawing scrutiny on the popular prediction market site for appearing to show an insider making profits on military secrets.
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Oil prices rise sharply in market trading after attacks in Middle East disrupt supply
Sun Mar 01 7:38 pm
The high prices came as U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran and retaliatory strikes against Israel and U.S. military installations around the Gulf sent disruptions through the global energy supply chain.
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