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Why Chicago’s Rail Hub Is So Vital to the National Economy | WSJ

 

In recent years, the city’s railyards have seen severe bottlenecks as the supply chain choked up nationally. With $3 trillion in goods traveling through Chicago every year, the city is the busiest rail hub in the U.S.

What China’s Covid Reopening Means for Travel Restrictions | WSJ

 

As China reopens after nearly three years of isolation, the U.S. and several other countries will require travelers to show a negative Covid test.

Navigating The E-bike Boom With America's Outdated Infrastructure -CNBC

 

E-bikes are becoming increasingly popular in the U.S. and are even outpacing the electric and hybrid car sales. However, they're also more dangerous than traditional bicycles.

The World Ahead 2023: five stories to watch out for -The Economist

 

What stories should you be following in 2023? From India becoming the world’s most populous country, to an illegal drug that might be approved as a medicine, The Economist offers its annual look at the year ahead.

How BofA Came Back From The Brink Of Collapse -CNBC

 

With assets totaling over $3 trillion, Bank of America is the second-largest bank in the U.S. behind J.P. Morgan Chase. Shares of the company have seen astonishing gains of over 290% in the last decade.

How The Government’s Bank Shapes The Stock Market -CNBC

 

When members of the Federal Reserve make public statements, investors tend to listen. Over the past 2 decades, central bankers have consistently shared key information about the future trajectory of important inputs like interest rates.

Why America Is Running Out Of Carpenters - Cheddar Explains

 

The United States now has a skilled trade labor shortage of around 650,000 people, but among them it’s carpenters who top the list. Where have they all gone? We break it down to three reasons.

Lego Investing Is Booming. Here’s How It Works | Niche Markets | WSJ

 

Lego fans and collectors are buying and selling the plastic toys for profit, and seeing better average returns than for many other assets like stocks, gold and art. Here’s how Lego investing works, and why this lesser known market punches above its weight

How Recalls Are Costing Automakers Like Rivian And Ford Billions Of Dollars -CNBC

 

In 2021, a total of 1,093 motor vehicle recalls were submitted in the United States, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That’s up 23% in just one year.

Why Tech Layoffs Don’t Reflect the Job Market | WSJ

 

The tech sector has cut about 50,000 jobs in November. The recent headlines about tech layoffs don't seem to match broader economic indicators, which show a strong job market and a historically low unemployment rate.

Why Salaries In The U.S. Don’t Keep Up With Inflation -CNBC

 

Inflation in the United States hit a record high in June 2022. Consumer prices soared by 9.1% compared to a year prior - the largest annual increase since 1981. While wages are rising, they’re not keeping up with inflation.

How The Four-Day Workweek Could Change The Future Of Work -CNBC

 

The idea of a four-day or shorter workweek is gaining momentum worldwide — a big thanks to the remote work boom during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Why The U.S. Government Is (Still) Obsessed With Corn

 

There’s a reason people refer to corn as yellow gold. In 2021, the United States’ corn crop was worth over $86 billion. According to the USDA, The U.S. is largest consumer, producer and exporter of corn in the world

How a Cap on Russian Oil Prices Could Affect U.S. Consumers | WSJ

 

U.S. gas prices have been up and down throughout the year and now more uncertainty is on the horizon as a European Union embargo on Russian oil imports kicks in along with a price cap on crude out of Russia. WSJ explains how these moves could impact price

Why Each World Cup Has A New Ball - Cheddar Explains

 

The brainiacs at Adidas are coming up with all sorts of ways to improve ball design every time the FIFA World Cup comes around. In search of a truly perfect soccer ball, there’s another, entirely different reason we keep seeing a new ball every 4 years.

Why Vulnerable Undersea Cables Still Power The Internet - Cheddar Explains

 

Undersea cables have been connecting the communication of the world since the Victorian era. Even today, submarine cables transmit 99% of the internet. But the world of undersea cables is vulnerable–so why do we still use them?

Why "Fake" Downtowns Are The New Malls - Cheddar Explains

 

Call them what you want — lifestyle centers, suburban town centers, insta-cities. Found in suburban neighborhoods around our major cities, these compact outdoor malls are everywhere. But… why do they exist?

How will businesses use the metaverse? -The Economist

 

The metaverse could offer multi-trillion-dollar opportunities for businesses in the long term, with the potential to transform many aspects of daily life.

How Chip Giant AMD Finally Caught Intel -CNBC

 

Chip giant Advanced Micro Devices made history this year when it surpassed Intel by market cap for the first time ever. Intel has long held the lead in the market for computer processors, but AMD’s been on the rise

Amazon, Meta, Netflix: Why Big Tech Is Facing Massive Layoffs | WSJ

 

Tech companies saw exceptional growth in both revenue and employee headcounts through the pandemic. But now, they’re cutting thousands of jobs. WSJ explains the macro and micro reasons for the industry’s massive layoffs.