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You Might Like News and Insight for Decision-Makers Editor's Pick The price of gold is skyrocketing. Why is this, and will it continue? Surging demand from China, Russia, and mum and dad investors shows no signs of abating. Continued here Clearer thinking starts with ad-free reading. Expense Premium. Work As Trump's Federal Hiring Freeze Expires, He Puts New Restrictions in Place The terms of the new order indicate that federal agencies will be hiring only with the approval of his political appointees. Work Brian Niccol Explains the Lessons He's Learned As CEO of Starbucks - BI Speaking on Wednesday at the Salesforce Dreamforce conference in San Francisco, Brian Niccol acknowledged that he's made a mistake during his first year as Starbucks' CEO. Work Is tipping getting out of control? Many consumers say yes NEW YORK (AP) -- Across the country, there's a silent frustration brewing about an age-old practice that many say is getting out of hand: tipping. 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Work Americans' pessimism about the economy cuts across political lines Inflation and a worsening job market are top of mind for many Americans, even among the president's Maga base Work 75% of Americans report soaring prices as Trump claims inflation 'over' The ban on price gouging, which was proposed by Harris's campaign, was still the most popular policy, with 45% of Americans saying it would strengthen the economy. Trump's top policy, with 43% support, was eliminating taxes on social security - something his administration has yet to act on. Work Beijing fumes at 'extremely malicious' US move to ramps up pressure on Chinese tech firms | CNN Business The Trump Administration ramped up its pressure on Chinese tech firms on Monday by expanding restrictions imposed on certain companies to also cover their subsidiaries, a move that's drawn the ire of Beijing as the two powers remain locked in a technology race. Work Chikungunya virus case confirmed in New York City suburb A mosquito-borne virus more common in South America has been detected in the United States. Health officials say the chikungunya virus has been identified in a patient living in the suburbs of New York City who began experiencing symptoms in August. Authorities say it's the first locally acquired case identified in any state since 2015, meaning the patient didn't travel outside the country before becoming infected. It's also the first locally acquired case that New York has ever seen. Chikungunya typically produces symptoms including fever, muscle pain, nausea, fatigue and a rash. Work Johnson & Johnson baby powder: Thousands sue company alleging it hid talcum powder cancer risks The claim involves 3,000 people and focuses on internal memos and scientific reports, seen by the BBC. Work A Military Celebration Sparks Another Newsom-Trump Feud Gov. Gavin Newsom had feared that the ceremony would send missiles over Interstate 5, but the Marines later said that its “live-fire” would be contained. Work Trump Hosts Dinner for Wealthy Donors to White House Ballroom The president lauded dozens of executives and businesspeople for the “tremendous amounts of money” they have pledged for his project, which has prompted ethical concerns. TradeBriefs Publications are read by over 100,000 Industry Executives About Us  |  Advertise  |  Privacy Policy Unsubscribe You are receiving this mail because of your subscription with TradeBriefs. Our mailing address is 3110 Thomas Ave, Dallas, TX 75204, USA