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Why Passenger Train Manufacturing Is Booming In The U.S -CNBC

July 12, 2023

The United States ranks below many industrialized nations when it comes to ridership on its passenger rail, but investment in U.S. rail is picking up.

What Happened To Skype -CNBC

July 08, 2023

At its height, Skype – a telecommunications app founded by Scandinavian entrepreneurs Niklas Zennström and Janus Friis, and Estonian engineers Ahti Heinla, Priit Kasesalu, Jaan Tallinn and Toivo Annus – had 560 million registered users.

Why Apple Is Betting Big On Making iPhones In India -CNBC

July 07, 2023

It took seven years for Tim Cook to visit India again after traveling to the fast-growing country in 2016. Last April, the Apple CEO visited New Delhi and Mumbai to open two flagship stores, one in each city.

Why Delta Spent $1 Billion To Upgrade Wi-Fi On Its Planes -CNBC

July 05, 2023

Airplane Wi-Fi has been around for decades but its reliability and speeds can vary widely depending on the airline, the route and the type and age of the aircraft.

Why Core Inflation Is Rising in the U.K., But Falling in Other Economies | WSJ

July 01, 2023

Core inflation in the U.K. keeps rising while falling or flatlining in other major economies like the U.S. Even though the U.K.’s headline inflation is down, core inflation continues to climb as its consumer-price index rose to 7.1% in May.

How AI Took Center Stage In The Hollywood Writers' Strike -CNBC

June 30, 2023

After failing to reach a contract resolution with the studio association, more than 11,000 film and television writers remain on strike.

How A Lawsuit Inspired Apple’s Most Iconic Sounds -CNBC Make It

June 28, 2023

From the start-up sound to the camera click, here's how sound designer Jim Reekes created the Apple sounds you hear every day.

The Rise And Fall Of Goldman Sachs' Marcus -CNBC

June 27, 2023

Saying the name out loud conjures images of Ivy League-educated investment bankers in tailored suits managing money for the wealthiest of the wealthy. Or closing deals in high-rise corporate offices. Advising the wealthiest of the wealthy.

Where’s Worse For Your Wallet: New York or London? -CNBC

June 24, 2023

New York ranked one of the most expensive cities in the world in 2022 whereas London ranked 28th, according to Worldwide Cost of Living 2022 from Economist Intelligence.

What Boeing vs. Airbus Plane Orders Reveal About Aviation's Future | WSJ

June 23, 2023

Boeing and Airbus are locked in a battle to secure airlines’ orders for their planes as Paris Air Show 2023 draws to a close. Massive orders from Air India, Riyadh Air and IndiGo have already been placed with these plane manufacturers.

Can Burger King Make A Comeback? -CNBC

June 22, 2023

In September 2022, Burger King owner Restaurant Brands International announced the chain’s $400 million Reclaim the Flame plan. Now the No. 3 burger chain behind McDonald’s and Wendy’s.

How Charles Schwab Quietly Became The Biggest, Public U.S. Brokerage -CNBC

June 17, 2023

Charles Schwab is the largest public brokerage in the U.S., a leading provider for financial advisors, a top ETF asset manager and one of the biggest banks.

How To Convert A Gas-Powered Car To An Electric Vehicle -CNBC

June 16, 2023

Interest in electric vehicles is at an all time high, with sales of new EVs up 55 percent in 2022 compared to the year prior. But there are still a lot of gas cars on the road today and there will be for a long time.

How AI Will Change The Job Market: Mark Zandi -CNBC

June 15, 2023

The biggest factors contributing to companies' bottom lines right now are high interest rates and artificial intelligence says Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody's Analytics. Artificial intelligence presents both challenges and opportunities for workers

Why The U.S. Is Failing At Its Economic Goals -CNBC

June 14, 2023

The Business Strategies Behind Costco, Starbucks, Chick-fil-A and More | WSJ The Economics Of

June 13, 2023

What are some of the strategies of the most successful businesses around the world? From Chick-fil-A and Starbucks, to Ikea and Target, WSJ talked to CEOs and business leaders about their unique approach leading these major brands.

T.J. Maxx’s Recession-Proof Pricing Strategy, Explained | WSJ The Economics Of

June 10, 2023

T.J. Maxx and Marshall’s parent company TJX made almost $50 billion last year – more than Nordstrom and Macy’s combined. A decades-old TJ Maxx commercial promises customers “the max for the minimum price” and says the store is “never the same place twice.

Can Nvidia And The AI Boom Save The U.S. Stock Market And Economy? -CNBC

June 09, 2023

Nvidia's rapid rise to a $1 trillion company was a watershed moment for the U.S. stock market. Not only did the U.S. chipmaker report blowout earnings, it also told investors to expect even more and more of those profits to keep rolling in.

Why AI Is Nvidia's Key to Its $1 Trillion Valuation | WSJ

June 08, 2023

hanks to AI, chip maker Nvidia briefly broke into the exclusive club of companies like Apple and Microsoft that have a $1 trillion market cap. Nvidia’s chips power generative AI like OpenAI’s ChatGPT by being able to do lots of complex computations.

Why Converting Passenger Planes To Cargo Jets Costs Millions -CNBC

June 06, 2023

With the demand for converting retired passenger planes into cargo haulers surging, this lucrative trend allows these older jets to serve a new mission, transporting goods ranging from produce to pharmaceuticals worldwide.