Amazon has faced growing scrutiny over its treatment of contracted delivery drivers, with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) taking a closer look at the company’s practices. A regional director for the NLRB recently stated that Amazon should be considered a “joint employer” of some of its contracted delivery drivers, specifically those working at an
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As we delve into the world of stock trading and investment trends, it is crucial to observe the performance of different companies and sectors. One such example is Broadcom, a tech giant that has been making waves in the industry. With a significant presence in the VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH), Broadcom holds the title of
The recent call for action by U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission members, Peter Feldman and Douglas Dziak, to investigate the safety practices of foreign-owned e-commerce platforms such as Shein and Temu has sparked concerns about the sale of potentially dangerous baby and toddler products. This move highlights the growing need to scrutinize the safety and
Molson Coors recently made headlines with its decision to reverse its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. The company announced that it will be eliminating supplier diversity quotas, citing external factors beyond its control as a reason for the change. This shift in strategy is significant as it marks a departure from the company’s previous initiatives
The first weekend of The Roommate, a new play by Jen Silverman, drew in crowds eager to see legends Patti LuPone and Mia Farrow on stage at the Booth Theatre. The play, which explores the dynamics of intimacy between two very different women, had an impressive start with over 100% capacity and a gross of
The global stock market took a hit with a heavy decline in technology names and concerns about the global growth outlook driving investors away from risky assets. Stock benchmarks in Tokyo and Taipei led the slump in Asia, each falling more than 3%, while MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan was down by
Tiger 21, a network of ultra-high-net-worth investors and entrepreneurs, recently released a second-quarter asset allocation report that raised eyebrows regarding their investment stance towards chip giant Nvidia. Surprisingly, more than half of Tiger 21’s members have chosen not to invest in Nvidia, citing various reasons for their decision. This article delves into the concerns of
The recent drop in Nvidia’s market value by $279 billion in a single day is indeed a staggering figure. This type of volatility is concerning, especially for investors who are heavily vested in this tech giant. The fact that this is the fifth time Nvidia has experienced such a massive decline is a red flag.
Asia’s semiconductor stocks experienced a significant downturn on Wednesday morning, following Nvidia’s steep decline in the U.S. The U.S. chipmaker, Nvidia, saw its shares plummet more than 9% during regular trading, causing a ripple effect in the semiconductor industry worldwide. This drop in Nvidia’s stock price led to a broader sell-off in semiconductor stocks on
The safe-haven Japanese yen has experienced a significant rally, while riskier currencies like the Australian dollar and sterling have struggled in the aftermath of the recent sell-off on Wall Street. The surge in the yen can be attributed to concerns sparked by soft U.S. manufacturing data, which has heightened fears of a potential hard landing
The fall box office season is looking brighter than ever with the highly anticipated release of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. Warner Bros. is set to make up for their string of summer flops with the Tim Burton-directed sequel that is already generating buzz. The movie is eyeing a global start with estimates as high as $145 million,
The European Central Bank (ECB) is currently facing a heated internal debate among policymakers regarding the outlook for growth in the Eurozone. This conflicting narrative has created a rift that is likely to influence the ongoing rate cut discussions, with some members expressing concerns about a potential recession while others are more focused on the
China’s economic landscape has seen a significant shift in recent years, with some cities thriving while others struggle to keep up. The latest data from the Milken Institute’s best performing cities China index reveals a mixed bag of results for the country’s large- and mid-sized cities. Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang province and home to
The rapid advancement of technology has prompted many hotel chains to revolutionize the way guests access their rooms. With the emergence of digital options like Apple Wallet and Google Wallet apps, the traditional plastic room key is quickly becoming obsolete. The shift towards touchless technology has been further accelerated by the onset of the pandemic,