Imagine the world's wealthiest people sitting together at Donald Trump's inauguration. Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg might be there, showing their support for the new president. Musk, the richest person on the planet, has donated a lot of money to Trump's campaign. Bezos, the Amazon bos
In December, Amazon workers across the U. S. went on strike, demanding better pay and conditions. This wasn't just any strike—it was the biggest in Amazon's history. Filmmakers Stephen Maing and Brett Story captured the action in a 10-minute short called Local One. Amazon's size and power make this
Starbucks has decided to end its open door policy. This means that customers will now need to buy something to use the bathroom or hang out in the cafes. The company is hoping this will improve the experience for paying customers and employees. This change comes after years of allowing everyone to u
This week, the earnings season begins with six major U. S. banks and a significant health insurer ready to share their results. Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup, Morgan Stanley, and Bank of America are all set to report their fourth-quarter earnings. UnitedHealth, a key player i
In response to Donald Trump's upcoming presidency, several major tech companies like Meta and Amazon are rethinking their diversity initiatives. They're not alone; other corporations across the U. S. are making similar moves. Meta, which owns Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, recently informed its
Green innovation is crucial for a sustainable future, and China's SRDI enterprises are no exception. These firms, particularly family-owned ones, have been in the spotlight for their unique strategies called "de-familization. " This process involves shifting management rights and ownership away from
BlackRock, a major player in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing, is mulling over leaving the Net Zero Alliance, a group aiming for zero-carbon emissions by 2050. Larry Fink's firm, the world's largest asset manager, was once a champion of ESG investments. However, a growing politi
You know who's a silent hero when it comes to making companies act responsibly? Unions! Over a decade-long study, researchers discovered that unions are like a secret weapon in reducing big, controversial issues related to the environment, society, and how companies are run (let's call them ESG issu
Ever thought about how your everyday purchases might be helping Donald Trump? It's a surprising truth. This week, news broke that Amazon paid a whopping $40 million for a documentary produced by Melania Trump. This isn't the first time Amazon's founder, Jeff Bezos, has shown support for Trump. He's
McDonald's is rethinking its diversity policies. The fast-food giant announced it's ditching certain aims to boost diversity among its leaders. Why the change? A recent Supreme Court decision made affirmative action in college admissions illegal. Plus, there's been a conservative backlash against di
