In a reversal from a year ago, data shows that the financial industry is far more attuned to carbon footprints, stranded assets and climate impact risks — but the U.S. lags.
Charlotte Observer |
Santa Fe voters reject soda tax, hand rare win to industry
Charlotte Observer Voters in New Mexico's capital city rejected a tax increase on sweetened beverages Tuesday, handing a rare victory to the soft-drink industry after a string of recent defeats. The tax failed with 11,533 votes against and only 8,382 votes in favor, the … The Latest: Voters reject soda tax in Santa FeWashington Post |
Reuters |
Dollar steady with eyes on Fed for rate clues; kiwi firmer
Reuters Euro, Hong Kong dollar, U.S. dollar, Japanese yen, pound and Chinese 100 yuan banknotes are seen in this picture illustration, January 21, 2016. REUTERS/Jason Lee/Illustration/File Photo. By Masayuki Kitano | SINGAPORE. SINGAPORE The dollar traded … Asia markets mixed after Wall Street gains, oil rebounds, as Fed eyedCNBC European Stocks Set For Mixed Open as Apple Earnings Test Global RallyTheStreet.com Asian Markets Mixed Ahead Of Fed DecisionNasdaq DailyFX all 53 news articles » |
New York Times |
US Auto Boom Seems to Be History, Just as Trump Counted on Jobs
New York Times Robots painting a car body at the Chrysler plant in Sterling Heights, Mich. Fiat Chrysler sales fell 7 percent in April. Credit Jim West/Report Digital Rea/Redux Pictures. For seven years, the steadily expanding auto industry has helped drive the … Stock indexes rise a little, but automakers dropLos Angeles Times Slowing auto sales weigh on stocksThe Boston Globe Stocks struggle as slowing auto sales worry Wall StreetNew York Daily News |
Barron’s |
Apple's 2Q Earnings: Cook Says India "Moving Fast" As Currency Hurts China
Barron’s The timeline for growth in India and the impact of currency weakness in China were hot topics in Apple's second-quarter conference call with analysts. By. Dimitra DeFotis. May 2, 2017 7:49 p.m. ET. Text Size; Regular; Medium; Large. Apple (AAPL)'s … Apple: Just Not Good EnoughSeeking Alpha Apple sells fewer iPhones as consumers wait for big upgradeThe Boston Globe PRESS RELEASE May 2, 2017 Apple Reports Second Quarter ResultsApple Newsroom (press release) |
Barron’s |
Etsy posts loss, ousts CEO, announces layoffs
MarketWatch Etsy Inc. is replacing its chief executive and cutting about 8% of its workforce after the online marketplace reported a first-quarter loss and what it described as "a challenging February." The Brooklyn, N.Y., company said that board member Josh … Etsy Replaces CEO, Plans to Cut 8% of Jobs to Reduce CostsBloomberg |
CNBC |
Twilio CEO blames Uber for disappointing financial results
CNBC Uber accounts for 12 percent of Twilio's revenue. Uber uses the company's software to connect drivers and passengers without divulging personal information. Lawson said on Tuesday that he expects Uber's "contribution to decline" because the ride … Twilio Sees Lower Revenue From Uber, Shares SlumpU.S. News & World Report Twilio warns about Uber's waning usage of its platformVentureBeat Twilio Stock Plunges As Guidance Misses; WhatsApp At Root?Investor’s Business Daily |
MarketWatch |
AMD's stock plunges to biggest loss in over 12 years
MarketWatch Shares of Advanced Micro Devices Inc. plunged on heavy volume Tuesday, to suffer their worst day in over 12 years, as the chipmaker's results didn't live up to analysts' high hopes. The company reported late Monday first-quarter results that were … AMD: Mr. Market Is IrrationalSeeking Alpha AMD Didn't Give Wall Street the 'Near-Perfect' Quarter It WantedBloomberg |
Washington Post |
Starbucks's gimmicky new drink: 'As good as Unicorn or better'
Washington Post The Unicorn Frappuccino — the pink-and-blue social media sensation that “tastes like sour birthday cake and shame” — is so last week, according to Starbucks executives. Starting today, Starbucks is rolling out another drink aimed at the Instagram … Unicorn Frappuccinos are just the latest food designed with Instagram in mindFredericksburg.com Forget the Unicorn drink – Starbucks now is out with something darkerKOMO News Starbucks Introduces New Midnight Mint Mocha Frappuccino | Starbucks NewsroomStarbucks Newsroom starbucksmelody.com –Cosmopolitan.com –the modern barista –Starbucks all 100 news articles » |
The Hill |
Lawmakers warn airlines: Shape up or else
The Hill Lawmakers are threatening to take legislative action against airlines if they don't improve their customer service policies in the wake of a passenger being violently dragged off a United Airlines flight last month. United, Alaska Airlines, American … United CEO, airline execs in Congress' hot seat over passenger treatmentChicago Tribune United CEO tells Congress dragging man from flight was a 'horrible failure' by airlineWashington Post Lawmakers grill airline executives and warn: Treat customers better, or we'll force youLos Angeles Times Reuters –NPR –USA TODAY –NBCNews.com all 356 news articles » |