It’s particularly challenging timing for the restaurant industry, which is also dealing with massive worker shortages and food inflation, said Sean Kennedy, executive vice president of public affairs for the National Restaurant Association. Already, 90,000 restaurants have closed permanently or long-term, with another 200,000 restaurants still hoping to get pandemic relief money from the federal […]
UK company insolvencies rise over pre-pandemic levels; Germany risks recession– business live The Guardian Read more…
TOKYO, Dec 17 (Reuters) – A Japanese former politician who campaigned to bring billions of dollars of investment from some of Japan’s top companies to Myanmar has urged Japan to endorse its military regime, saying the nation’s coup leader has “grown fantastically as a human being,” while praising his “democratisation efforts.” The 87-year-old former cabinet […]
By Kevin Buckland TOKYO, Dec 17 (Reuters) – The dollar remained under pressure on Friday, a day after the Bank of England and European Central Bank adopted more hawkish stances than markets had expected, giving a boost to sterling and the euro. At the same time, Omicron worries soured sentiment, sinking the risk-sensitive Australian dollar […]
For Democrats, the challenges they faced Thursday just days before their self-imposed holiday deadline appeared immense: Despite considerable legislative legwork, they continued to tinker with a slew of spending proposals related to climate, health care and taxes. They faced a major setback over their attempts to reform immigration. And some admitted they had not yet […]
FLORENCE, Ala. (WAFF) – The Shoals community is mourning the loss of a beloved local business owner who has died unexpectedly. “She was someone that so many of us looked to as a bright light and as an example of what can happen when you follow your dreams,” said Shoals Chamber of Commerce President, Caitlin […]
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Major environmental concerns. Oil, gas and coal companies are notorious for products that emit greenhouse gases, which worsen global warming. They also have other potential environmental issues, like oil spills. Not only is this an ethical concern, it also makes energy companies vulnerable to costly lawsuits, which can hurt your returns. A volatile market. Energy […]
Many organisations have not yet connected the dots between climate-change mitigation and a circular economy — the successful shift to which could be our greatest tool. Here, we examine the climate math for circular strategies, and the role of the humble car door in radical climate action. Last time out, we explored some of the […]
People are changing how they shop for food due to rising prices, 148 million people plan to holiday shop this weekend, and the TSA warns passengers to be wary of upcoming busy holiday travel days. Here’s the Morning Business Report for Dec. 16, sponsored by Access Health CT Small Business. Read more…
