As of Tuesday, the recall of Boar’s Head products has escalated to encompass a staggering 7 million additional pounds of deli and poultry items in a fatal multistate epidemic of listeria. This outbreak has afflicted 34 individuals in 13 states, resulting in 33 hospitalizations and two deaths in Illinois and New Jersey. The deli meat
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Is central banking truly as boring as some may think? Departing Swiss National Bank Chairman Thomas Jordan doesn’t seem to think so. In a recent interview, Jordan defended his tenure at the central bank, emphasizing the importance of staying focused on the task at hand and fulfilling the mandate of the institution. He believes that
The recent U.S. plan to utilize Japanese factories in order to ramp up the production of Patriot air defense missiles, essential in protecting against Russian attacks in Ukraine, has hit a roadblock. A critical component shortage, manufactured by Boeing, is causing delays in the expansion of production. The seekers, which guide the missiles in the
Investors in the U.S. stock market are facing a period of uncertainty as inflation shows signs of cooling. Despite softer-than-expected inflation readings for June, concerns about growth cooling persist. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) grew at a slower rate than anticipated, with headline CPI increasing by 3% year-on-year and core CPI growing by 3.3%. As
Etsy, the online marketplace that was once a haven for artisans and craft makers, has been experiencing a shift towards mass-produced, generic items in recent years. This influx of resellers has prompted Etsy’s CEO, Josh Silverman, to take action in an effort to return the platform to its roots. A major overhaul of the site’s
Canada has recently made a significant announcement regarding the mining industry, specifically targeting deals involving the country’s critical minerals producers. Industry Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne has emphasized that any major deals in this sector would only be approved under the most exceptional circumstances. This decision comes following the approval of Glencore’s acquisition of Teck Resources’ steelmaking
General Motors has been hit with a significant penalty of $145.8 million following a government investigation that found excess emissions from approximately 5.9 million GM vehicles. This penalty comes as a result of vehicles from the 2012-2018 model years emitting more carbon dioxide than originally reported. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) found that these vehicles
European stock markets experienced a slight decline on Tuesday as investors waited for the latest inflation data from the region. The DAX index in Germany was down by 0.6%, the CAC 40 in France fell by 0.6%, and the FTSE 100 in the U.K. dropped by 0.4%. The upcoming June inflation data release is expected
NASA and Boeing have decided to further extend the first crewed flight of Boeing’s Starliner capsule, named “Calypso,” at the International Space Station. The decision was made to conduct additional testing on the ground, without setting a new target date for the capsule’s return. This decision comes after the planned nine-day mission has already extended
The European Union regulators have recently accused Apple of violating new tech regulations that prohibit the restriction of customers from using alternative platforms within the App Store. In their preliminary findings, the European Commission stated that Apple’s App Store rules hinder app developers from freely directing consumers to alternative channels for offers and content. This
The Bank of Japan recently engaged in a debate regarding the potential for a near-term interest rate hike, as revealed by a meeting summary. The discussion centered around addressing the risks associated with inflation surpassing expectations. One member of the board advocated for an immediate increase in interest rates to tackle this issue without delay.
The latest report from Bernstein sheds light on the Indian stock market landscape, indicating a surge in investor enthusiasm towards Indian stocks. However, this surge seems to be driven more by greed than rational decision-making. The report assesses approximately 90 stocks across 14 subsectors, focusing on long-term growth expectations embedded in their valuations. In January
Fitch Ratings agency has adjusted its forecast for a rate cut in China, pushing back its expectations to next year instead of this year. The decision comes as a result of high interest rates set by the U.S. Federal Reserve, which has influenced China’s monetary policy. Concerns over the exchange rate against the U.S. dollar
The European Central Bank is expected to cut its deposit rate twice more this year, in September and December, according to a significant majority of economists. These predictions come despite the improving business activity and strong wage data, which have raised uncertainties around the rationale for more cuts. The risks, however, are skewed towards fewer