China announces ban on rare minerals to US: What that means for you
The Chinese Commerce Ministry made the move after the U.S. expanded a list of Chinese companies subject to export controls like computer chip-making equipment and software.
The Chinese Commerce Ministry made the move after the U.S. expanded a list of Chinese companies subject to export controls like computer chip-making equipment and software.
Cargill to lay off thousands of workers amid falling commodity prices
The largest private company in the U.S. is trimming its global workforce as it faces pressure related to lower commodity prices.
The largest private company in the U.S. is trimming its global workforce as it faces pressure related to lower commodity prices.
Trump vows to block Nippon Steel’s $14B takeover of US Steel
President-elect Donald Trump pledges to stop Nippon Steel’s $14 billion purchase of U.S. Steel, emphasizing national security and domestic ownership concerns.
President-elect Donald Trump pledges to stop Nippon Steel’s $14 billion purchase of U.S. Steel, emphasizing national security and domestic ownership concerns.
Vodka maker Stoli Group USA files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Stoli Group USA is 'currently facing significant balance sheet and liquidity challenges,' according to a court filing.
Stoli Group USA is 'currently facing significant balance sheet and liquidity challenges,' according to a court filing.
Is Enron making a comeback? Here's what we know
Enron, the Houston-based corporation that once dominated the energy sector before its infamous collapse in 2001, now claims to, according to its website, focus on sustainability, innovation, and ethics in addressing critical energy challenges.
Enron, the Houston-based corporation that once dominated the energy sector before its infamous collapse in 2001, now claims to, according to its website, focus on sustainability, innovation, and ethics in addressing critical energy challenges.
Amazon workers strike ahead of Cyber Monday
Amazon workers in more than 20 countries, including the U.S., went on strike during the busy pre-Christmas shopping days between Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The protest is designed to "make Amazon pay," strike organizers said. LiveNOW's Andy Mac discussed the strike and any potential impacts this holiday season with leadership consultant Liz Bentley.
Amazon workers in more than 20 countries, including the U.S., went on strike during the busy pre-Christmas shopping days between Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The protest is designed to "make Amazon pay," strike organizers said. LiveNOW's Andy Mac discussed the strike and any potential impacts this holiday season with leadership consultant Liz Bentley.
Amazon workers go on Cyber Monday strike
Black Friday kicked off one of the biggest shopping weekends of the year, but its a bumpy ride for Amazon, which is facing a global strike. Amazon workers on six continents striking from Friday through Cyber Monday. The strike involves workers in more than 20 countries, including the United States, Germany, India and Japan. Employees and supporters want Amazon to improve fair pay, working conditions and climate accountability.
Black Friday kicked off one of the biggest shopping weekends of the year, but its a bumpy ride for Amazon, which is facing a global strike. Amazon workers on six continents striking from Friday through Cyber Monday. The strike involves workers in more than 20 countries, including the United States, Germany, India and Japan. Employees and supporters want Amazon to improve fair pay, working conditions and climate accountability.
Black Friday shoppers set online spending record
Online spending hit record highs this year, including for e-commerce company “Shopify.” The online retailer is now the second-largest in the U.S., with sales surpassing $5 billion on Black Friday. LiveNOW's Christina Evans spoke with Sasha Plavsic, creator of Ilia Beauty, about her company and how important big sales weekends like this are for her brand.
Online spending hit record highs this year, including for e-commerce company “Shopify.” The online retailer is now the second-largest in the U.S., with sales surpassing $5 billion on Black Friday. LiveNOW's Christina Evans spoke with Sasha Plavsic, creator of Ilia Beauty, about her company and how important big sales weekends like this are for her brand.
Culinary Union continues strike against Virgin Hotels
The Culinary Union?s longest strike in more than two decades continues in Las Vegas and there are no signs that an agreement will be reached between Virgin Hotels and their workers represented by the union anytime soon. LiveNOW's Christina Evans spoke about negotiations with Ted Pappageorge, Secretary-Treasurer of Culinary Union Local 226.
The Culinary Union?s longest strike in more than two decades continues in Las Vegas and there are no signs that an agreement will be reached between Virgin Hotels and their workers represented by the union anytime soon. LiveNOW's Christina Evans spoke about negotiations with Ted Pappageorge, Secretary-Treasurer of Culinary Union Local 226.
Thanksgiving online spending hits record $6.1B
Online spending hits a record high as Thanksgiving ends and Christmas begins. Holiday buyers spent a record $6.1 billion on online shopping this thanksgiving, that's up 9% from last year, according to Adobe Analytics. LiveNOW's Christina Evans spoke about how the record spending could impact the economy with financial strategist Bill Dendy.
Online spending hits a record high as Thanksgiving ends and Christmas begins. Holiday buyers spent a record $6.1 billion on online shopping this thanksgiving, that's up 9% from last year, according to Adobe Analytics. LiveNOW's Christina Evans spoke about how the record spending could impact the economy with financial strategist Bill Dendy.
Shop Small Saturday: Two Blind Brothers
LiveNOW's Austin Westfall spoke with Bryan Manning, co-founder of "Two Blind Brothers" about what "Shop Small Saturday" means for his business and how they use the day to spread brand awareness. "Two Blind Brothers" is a clothing line that donates 100% of profits towards funding blindness research, as the company founders are brothers who are visually impaired themselves.
LiveNOW's Austin Westfall spoke with Bryan Manning, co-founder of "Two Blind Brothers" about what "Shop Small Saturday" means for his business and how they use the day to spread brand awareness. "Two Blind Brothers" is a clothing line that donates 100% of profits towards funding blindness research, as the company founders are brothers who are visually impaired themselves.
Costco will stop selling popular item year-round in January in most US stores: reports
The discount store chain plans to keep the year-round book section in about 100 of its 600-plus US stores, according to a report.
The discount store chain plans to keep the year-round book section in about 100 of its 600-plus US stores, according to a report.
The importance of shopping small
When you think about holiday shopping, your mind probably goes to big-box retailers before your neighborhood bookstore or antique shop. But in a time marked by widespread supply chain disruptions and inflation, underdog small businesses deserve our attention. Sandra and Alexandra McDonell, the co-owners of the wine market Vinoteca, joined LiveNOW from FOX to explain the importance of shopping small.
When you think about holiday shopping, your mind probably goes to big-box retailers before your neighborhood bookstore or antique shop. But in a time marked by widespread supply chain disruptions and inflation, underdog small businesses deserve our attention. Sandra and Alexandra McDonell, the co-owners of the wine market Vinoteca, joined LiveNOW from FOX to explain the importance of shopping small.
Trump, Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau to meet in Florida to discuss tariffs
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau flew to Florida on Friday to meet with President-elect Donald Trump following his threats to impose sweeping tariffs on Canadian products.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau flew to Florida on Friday to meet with President-elect Donald Trump following his threats to impose sweeping tariffs on Canadian products.
When do major stores open on Black Friday?
Walmart, Best Buy and others are due to kickstart holiday shopping with Black Friday deals.
Walmart, Best Buy and others are due to kickstart holiday shopping with Black Friday deals.
These stores are closed on Thanksgiving this year
Thanksgiving is one day away and whether you are hosting or attending a gathering, now is the time to stock up on goods because multiple retail stores are closing for the holiday.
Thanksgiving is one day away and whether you are hosting or attending a gathering, now is the time to stock up on goods because multiple retail stores are closing for the holiday.
How Trump tariffs could threaten global trade
President-elect Donald Trump on Monday pledged big tariffs on the United States' three largest trading partners - Canada, Mexico and China - detailing how he will implement campaign promises that could trigger trade wars. Harvard University's Mark Wu joins LiveNOW's Mike Pache to discuss.
President-elect Donald Trump on Monday pledged big tariffs on the United States' three largest trading partners - Canada, Mexico and China - detailing how he will implement campaign promises that could trigger trade wars. Harvard University's Mark Wu joins LiveNOW's Mike Pache to discuss.
Trump's proposed tariffs could drive up food prices, experts say
A critical concern among economists is that President-elect Donald Trump's proposed blanket tariffs on imports would drive up food prices.
A critical concern among economists is that President-elect Donald Trump's proposed blanket tariffs on imports would drive up food prices.
List: Companies that have recently rolled back DEI policies
A number of major corporations rolled back their diversity, equity, and inclusion policies amid public pressure and criticism from some conservative activists.
A number of major corporations rolled back their diversity, equity, and inclusion policies amid public pressure and criticism from some conservative activists.
Walmart warns of higher prices with Trump tariffs
Walmart Chief Financial Officer John David Rainey warned that President-elect Trump's proposed tariffs could lead to higher prices for Walmart shoppers. "Tariffs are going to be inflationary. There's no disputing that," Rainey said during an interview with Liz Claman on "The Claman Countdown" on Thursday. "Likely consumers are going to pay more for the items that they pay and that these tariffs are applied to." George Heudofer, Professor of Economics and Business at the University of New Haven, joined LiveNOW from FOX to discuss.
Walmart Chief Financial Officer John David Rainey warned that President-elect Trump's proposed tariffs could lead to higher prices for Walmart shoppers. "Tariffs are going to be inflationary. There's no disputing that," Rainey said during an interview with Liz Claman on "The Claman Countdown" on Thursday. "Likely consumers are going to pay more for the items that they pay and that these tariffs are applied to." George Heudofer, Professor of Economics and Business at the University of New Haven, joined LiveNOW from FOX to discuss.