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Companies are monitoring and enforcing office attendance at the highest rate in 5 years
Maskot | Digitalvision | Getty Images A version of this article first appeared in the CNBC Property Play newsletter with Diana Olick. Property Play covers new and evolving opportunities for the real estate investor, from individuals to venture capitalists, private equity funds, family offices, institutional investors and large public companies. Sign up to receive future editions, straight […]
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The Giving Pledge was meant to turbocharge philanthropy. Few billionaires got on board.
Warren Buffett, Bill and Melinda Gates, in an interview on May 5, 2015 CNBC A version of this article first appeared in CNBC’s Inside Wealth newsletter with Robert Frank, a weekly guide to the high-net-worth investor and consumer. Sign up to receive future editions, straight to your inbox. In June 2010, Bill Gates, Melinda French Gates and […]
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Burger King parent Restaurant Brands sees profit fall, but international division shines
A Burger King restaurant with the slogan ”Flame Grilling Since 1954” is seen in Vienna, Austria, on June 7, 2025. Michael Nguyen | NurPhoto | Getty Images Restaurant Brands International on Thursday reported mixed quarterly results, as same-store sales declines for Popeyes were offset by strong demand internationally and at Tim Hortons. Here’s what the […]
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E.l.f. Beauty’s profits fall 30% as China tariffs weigh on bottom line
E.l.f. Beauty’s profits fell 30% in its fiscal first quarter as new tariffs on Chinese imports begin to impact the cosmetic company’s bottom line. In the three months ended June 30, E.l.f.’s net income fell to $33.3 million, down 30% from $47.6 million a year ago. The company, which sources about 75% of its products […]
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ESPN flagship streaming service to launch Aug. 21
A general view of the ESPN Monday Night Countdown booth prior to the game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Cincinnati Bengals at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Florida, on Dec. 4, 2023. Mike Carlson | Getty Images ESPN will launch its new flagship streaming service — also named ESPN — on Aug. 21. Disney’s ESPN […]
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Sen. Warren asks FTC to consider blocking Dick’s-Foot Locker merger over antitrust concerns
Foot Locker and Dick’s Sporting Good stores. Reuters Sen. Elizabeth Warren is calling on the FTC and DOJ to consider blocking Dick’s Sporting Goods’ proposed acquisition of Foot Locker, writing in a letter to the agencies that the merger could cut jobs, raise prices and reduce competition. The missive, sent Tuesday evening, asks the agencies […]
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Tween accessories retailer Claire’s files for bankruptcy again as debt pile looms
People walk by a Claire’s store on December 11, 2024 in San Rafael, California. Justin Sullivan | Getty Images News | Getty Images Tween retailer Claire’s filed for bankruptcy protection for the second time in seven years on Wednesday in the hopes it can reorganize its business and stave off liquidation. The mall-based boutique, long […]
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What the end of Energy Star could mean for commercial real estate
An Energy Star sign on a building. Lynne Gilbert | Moment Mobile | Getty Images A version of this article first appeared in the CNBC Property Play newsletter with Diana Olick. Property Play covers new and evolving opportunities for the real estate investor, from individuals to venture capitalists, private equity funds, family offices, institutional investors […]
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ESPN inks five-year deal for WWE’s live premium events including WrestleMania, Royal Rumble
Triple H looks on during WrestleMania 41 Saturday at Allegiant Stadium on April 19, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Georgiana Dallas | WWE | Getty Images The WWE is coming to ESPN. The Disney-controlled sports and entertainment business will pay an average of $325 million per year for five years of U.S. rights to the […]
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Disney reports earnings before the bell. Here’s what to expect
A water tower stands at Walt Disney Studios on June 3, 2025 in Burbank, California. Mario Tama | Getty Images Disney reports its fiscal third-quarter earnings before the bell on Wednesday, and Wall Street will be looking for updates on the state of its streaming, TV and movies businesses, as well as its theme parks. […]
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