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Sep 24 2025BUSINESS

Tajikistan's Big Bet on Energy and Roads

Tajikistan is getting a lot of help to build things. Most of the money comes from outside the country. Big groups like the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank are giving almost all the cash for 82 projects. These projects are worth about $4. 5 billion. Out of this, $3. 2 billion is given as gi

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Sep 22 2025BUSINESS

A Big Bet on Fantasy Sports: Allwyn Takes the Lead

Allwyn International is making a bold move in the world of fantasy sports. They are buying a big chunk of PrizePicks, a popular fantasy sports operator. The deal is worth a lot of money: $1. 6 billion upfront. But that's not all. If PrizePicks does well over the next few years, Allwyn could pay even

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Sep 22 2025BUSINESS

Career Shifts: Who's Moving Where in the Business World

In the world of business, people are always on the move. Let's take a look at some recent changes. Angie Russo has landed a new job at LUBA Casualty Insurance Co. She will be working as a business development underwriter. Russo is no stranger to hard work. She has two degrees under her belt, both f

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Sep 22 2025BUSINESS

China's Steady Rates: A Calculated Move Amid Global Shifts

China's central bank, the People's Bank of China (PBOC), decided to keep its key lending rates steady for the fourth month in a row. This decision came despite the U. S. Federal Reserve's recent rate cut. The one-year loan prime rate (LPR) remained at 3. 0%, and the five-year LPR stayed at 3. 5%. T

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Sep 21 2025BUSINESS

Disney's Tricky Choice: Late-Night Host or NFL Deal?

Disney is in a tough spot. They have to decide between bringing back Jimmy Kimmel to his late-night show or keeping a big deal with the NFL and ESPN. This all started when Kimmel made some comments about politics after a big event. Some people didn't like it, and ABC took him off the air. Now, Disne

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Sep 21 2025BUSINESS

China and the U. S. : A Call for Fair Play

China has spoken up about the treatment of its companies in the United States. They want a level playing field for businesses like TikTok. The Chinese government is pushing for fairness and openness. They believe that all companies, regardless of where they come from, should be treated equally. Chi

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Sep 21 2025BUSINESS

Big Moves: Amazon Boosts Pay and Cuts Health Costs

Amazon is making big changes to help its workers. They are putting over a billion dollars into raising pay and making health care cheaper. The average pay will go up to more than $23 an hour. Some workers with a lot of experience will get a raise of $1. 10 to $1. 90 per hour. Full-time workers will

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Sep 20 2025BUSINESS

Warehouse Clubs: The New Shopping Hotspot for Young Shoppers

Warehouse clubs like Costco, Sam's Club, and BJ's are seeing a surge in popularity, especially among younger shoppers. These stores are not just about bulk buying anymore. They are becoming a go-to destination for trendy brands, convenient digital shopping, and even unique finds like gold bars. The

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Sep 20 2025BUSINESS

Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency Wins Big for Clear Money Reports

The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency just got a big thumbs up for its money reports. The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada gave them the Award for Outstanding Achievement in Popular Annual Financial Reporting. This award is a big deal. It shows that the agency

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Sep 20 2025BUSINESS

Private Lending: A Risky Game of High Stakes?

Big shots in Europe's money world are sounding the alarm about the private credit market. They say it's growing too fast and could lead to another big financial mess. Oliver Bate, the boss of Allianz, one of the world's biggest insurance companies, thinks parts of this market are like a "casino. " H

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