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Consumer

Economic Anxiety Leaves McDonald’s Digesting Biggest Sales Drop in Five Years

Fast-food chain McDonald’s, an economic indicator because of its mammoth global presence, posted its worst earnings report since 2020.

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Economics

Imports Drive Unexpected Contraction in US Economy

The biggest factor behind the slip in first-quarter GDP was Trump’s will-he-or-won’t-he, start-and-stop trade war.

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Advisor Upside

Families Brace for Student Loan SmackDown

The government is coming to collect on federal student loans. That won’t just affect recent grads — it’s a family issue.

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Consumer

Starbucks Slings High-Speed Drinks in Caffeinated Comeback Plan

Reducing beverage-wait times is part of Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol’s turnaround plan, which includes tech updates focused on efficiency.

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Advisor Upside

Edward Jones’ C-Suite Shake-Up

The IBD is reorganizing parts of its business as executives approach retirement and the industry faces growing demand.

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Healthcare

Wegovy-Maker Novo Teams with Online Pharmacies as Lilly Rivalry Heats Up

Novo Nordisk, maker of weight-loss drug Wegovy, struck a deal with online telehealth storefronts that sold cheap knockoffs during shortages.

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Big Tech

Apple Leads Manufacturing Pivot to India

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Apple shifting production to India is just the latest sign that the world’s most populous nation may be a winner in global trade reordering.

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Patent Drop

Glimpse into the future of technology.

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Google Patent Highlights AI and Quantum’s Symbiotic Relationship
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The Time and Place for AI Code Generators
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Into the Future: The Patent Drop Highlight Reel
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Amazon Tries to Help Alexa Get Personal

Advisor Upside

Cap Group, KKR Approved to Launch Public-Private Funds

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The new funds specifically target retail investors, a segment that could turn into a lucrative, untapped marketplace for the industry.

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