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FinanceJun 8

California Legal Cannabis Sales Drop 11% as Black Market Maintains Majority Share

Legal marijuana sales in California declined 11% while illegal markets continue to capture over 60% of total cannabis consumption in the state.

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FinanceApr 13

Private Equity and Hedge Fund Firms Announce Strategic Shifts and New Ventures

Several major investment firms made strategic announcements including fund closures, new fundraising, and business restructuring.

4 sources
FinanceJun 8

U.S. Steel Plans Major Renovation of Oldest Plant; Honeywell Maintains 2024 Guidance

U.S. Steel announced renovation plans for its oldest facility while Honeywell reaffirmed financial projections amid aerospace division spinoff preparations.

2 sources
FinanceMar 6

BrewDog Founder Apologizes as Job Losses Follow Company Sale

BrewDog founder James Watt has apologized to staff and investors after hundreds of jobs were lost following the sale of the brewery and pub chain.

4 sources
FinanceMay 11

Spirit Airlines Files for Bankruptcy as Asset Recovery Firms Move to Reclaim Aircraft

Spirit Airlines has filed for bankruptcy protection, triggering the process for asset recovery firms to reclaim dozens of leased aircraft.

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FinanceApr 17

Fed Advises Banks Against Aggressive Pushback on New Capital Requirements

The Federal Reserve has privately told major banks not to aggressively oppose proposed new capital rules, according to sources.

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FinanceApr 13

Mixed Global Market Conditions as India Faces Outflows, Italy Under Pressure

Global markets show varied trends with India experiencing foreign outflows, Italian debt facing pressure, and UK pension fund making major US investment.

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FinanceMar 6

Oil at $85 Creates Winners and Losers Among African Economies

Rising oil prices to $85 per barrel would benefit major African oil exporters like Nigeria and Angola while pressuring import-dependent economies.

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FinanceMay 20

China Reduces Government Spending While Indian Rupee Hits Record Low

China implemented its largest spending cuts in six months while India's central bank intervened as the rupee fell to historic lows against the dollar.

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FinanceMay 29

NextEra Energy Faces Scrutiny Over Political Influence as It Pursues Dominion Deal

NextEra Energy encounters criticism over its political activities in Florida while seeking to acquire Dominion Energy.

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FinanceMar 24

Asian Markets Fall as Trump Iran Ultimatum Raises Energy Supply Concerns

Asian stocks declined Monday after President Trump's weekend ultimatum to Iran heightened tensions and pushed oil prices higher, reducing hopes for Federal Reserve rate cuts.

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FinanceMay 20

Apollo CEO Marc Rowan Faces Allegations of Misusing Company Resources

Marc Rowan, CEO of private equity firm Apollo Global Management, has been accused of improperly using company resources for political activities.

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FinanceMay 20

Berkshire Hathaway Takes $2.6 Billion Stake in Delta Air Lines

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway acquired a $2.6 billion position in Delta Air Lines during the first quarter under CEO Greg Abel.

2 sources
FinanceApr 10

Corporate Leadership Changes Across Multiple Industries

Several major companies announced executive changes and ownership adjustments across tobacco, fashion, beverage, and other sectors.

7 sources
FinanceApr 21

Capital One Revenue Declines 2% in First Quarter Despite Lower Credit Loss Provisions

Capital One Financial reported a 2% decline in first-quarter revenue to $15.23 billion, while provisions for credit losses decreased during the period.

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