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Jul 03 2025BUSINESS

A Guitar Pedal Maker's Clever Way to Beat Tariff Trouble

In the world of small businesses, finding creative solutions to big problems is key. One such business, Keeley Electronics, has been hit hard by U. S. tariffs on imports from China. The company, which makes guitar pedals, relies on a specific component called a potentiometer, which can only be sourc

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Jul 02 2025BUSINESS

Del Monte's Big Change: Why This Old Food Company is Selling Itself

Del Monte Foods, a household name for over a century, is in big trouble. The company that brought us canned fruits and veggies has decided to sell itself. This is a huge deal because Del Monte has been around for 138 years! The company announced this move late on a Tuesday, saying it's the best way

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Jul 02 2025BUSINESS

Wax Road: Construction Chaos Hits Local Shops

Wax Road in Central has been under construction for over a year, and local businesses are feeling the pinch. Caitlin Coburn, a hairdresser at a salon on Wax Road, has seen her weekly haircuts drop from 70-100 to just 30. She blames the heavy traffic and delays caused by the ongoing construction. Th

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Jul 02 2025BUSINESS

How JioStar is Changing the Game in India's Sports and Entertainment

India's love for sports and live events is growing fast. A big player in this change is JioStar. They are using sports to bring more people to their platform and then offering them other types of entertainment. This is a smart move because sports fans are very loyal and spend a lot of money on their

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Jul 02 2025BUSINESS

How Employee Stock Ownership Plans Shape Company Success

In the fast-paced world of smart manufacturing, companies are always looking for ways to boost performance and keep their employees motivated. One popular strategy is Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs), which give workers a stake in the company's future. But how exactly do ESOPs affect a company

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Jul 02 2025BUSINESS

Who's Better at Selling Stuff: Internet Stars or Famous Faces?

People often wonder who sells products better: famous people from TV and movies or influencers from social media. Both types are popular with advertisers, but research shows mixed results on who works best. The truth is, it depends on the situation. A recent study dug into this question. It looked

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Jul 02 2025BUSINESS

How Ads Shape What We Think About Products

In today's market, companies are always looking for ways to make their products seem better than the rest. They use ads to influence how we see their products. But not all ads are the same. Some are shown to everyone, while others are tailored to specific groups online. Companies with unique produc

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Jul 01 2025BUSINESS

Car Sales Slow Down: What's Happening and Why?

The US car market is facing tough times. After a quick rise in sales earlier this year, things have slowed down. People are buying fewer cars, and prices are going up. This is happening because of new taxes on imported cars, higher prices, and worries about the economy. Experts say that car sales m

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Jul 01 2025BUSINESS

Costco and Lululemon: The Big Fight Over Copycat Clothes

Lululemon is taking Costco to court. They say Costco is selling cheap copies of their expensive workout clothes. Lululemon claims these copies hurt their business and reputation. They want Costco to stop and pay them money. The lawsuit mentions several items. For example, Costco's $8 pullover looks

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Jul 01 2025BUSINESS

Bringing Jobs Home: GE Appliances' Big Move

GE Appliances is making a big change. They are moving jobs from China to the U. S. This is a huge deal. It means 800 new jobs for Americans. The company is investing a lot of money, $490 million, to build a new plant in Kentucky. Why is GE doing this? Trade policies and tariffs are big reasons. Tar

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