Popular ice cream brand sold at Walmart and Target files for bankruptcy Van Leeuwen won a lawsuit against the ice cream brand the month before it filed for bankruptcy The Independent UK · Aug 16
Analysts Are Upping Their Price Targets on Lumentum Stock. Here's Why. Lumentum’s AI-fueled momentum is giving analysts plenty to rethink, with stronger results prompting a fresh look at the stock. Barchart · Aug 16
Rebel Creamery Files Bankruptcy After Van Leeuwen Wins $23 Million Ice Cream Lawsuit Rebel Creamery filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after Van Leeuwen won a £17.6m ($23.785m) judgment over disputed ice cream packaging. International Business Times UK · Aug 16
US to tell partners they must pick sides in AI race with China By pressing countries to choose sides the US hopes to starve China of resources in a race to make the most sophisticated AI, which could be used for military or economic dominance. In July, Chinese President Xi Jinping launched a rival "World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization", promoting his country's open-weight… The Economic Times · Aug 16
9 Restaurant Chains Losing Customers as Diners Rethink Where They Spend The restaurant industry is experiencing a massive structural reset as inflation-weary consumers fundamentally rethink where they spend their hard-earned money. After years of soaring menu price hikes, shrinking portion sizes, and slipping food quality, diners are voting with their wallets and eating out less. While some casual dining and fast-food… Grocery Coupon Guide · Aug 16
Walmart Ice Cream Brand Files Bankruptcy: Rebel Creamery Owes $23.8M Over Copied Packaging Rebel Creamery has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after a court ordered it to pay $23.8 million to Van Leeuwen for packaging infringement. The filing aims to restructure the company's finances. International Business Times UK · Aug 16
This Week in Tesla: Elon Musk's Financial Windfall, EV Sales Fall and More Amid massive financial windfalls and flying cars, it was another eventful week for Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) and CEO Elon Musk. Here’s a quick recap of the top stories that captured the headlines. Benzinga · Aug 16
7 Moving-Company Red Flags That May Cost Homeowners More Than Expected Moving day already has enough drama without adding a surprise bill, missing furniture, or a mysterious demand for more money. Seven moving-company red flags deserve special attention because documented scam patterns often rely on urgency, vague pricing, impersonation, or payment methods that make recovering money difficult. The Federal Trade Commission… Everybody Loves Your Money · Aug 16
Your laptop costs a lot more now. The reason: ‘Chipflation’ AI technology’s explosion has put a suffocating strain on the memory chip supply chain, and consumers are paying the price The Independent UK · Aug 16
Still holding cash at home? Warren Buffett calls it oxygen, but says it’s not good as an asset Berkshire Hathaway's successor Greg Abel is deploying its large cash reserves. The firm recently bought back shares and invested heavily in equities. Alphabet stock saw a significant purchase, becoming a major holding. Berkshire's cash pile decreased after these strategic acquisitions. The company reported strong quarterly operating profit and net income… The Economic Times · Aug 16
New Jersey Revives the Fight To Reclassify Gig Workers as Employees California notoriously fought to do the same, which led to a slew of exemptions and job declines. Reason · Aug 15
Starbucks CEO says the coffee chain won’t lose its cash-strapped consumers because it’s on its way to being a 'world-class customer service' company Brian Niccol said Starbucks’ quality and customer service is worth the cost of a $6 or $7 latte. Fortune · Aug 15
Kevin O'Leary Admits ‘We Have Not Properly Communicated’ Utah Data Center Plans, Promises More Transparency Kevin O’Leary, the investor known as Mr. Wonderful, acknowledged that he mishandled public communication around his Stratos data center project in Box Elder County, Utah. Benzinga · Aug 16
Vishal Garg, Indian-origin Better CEO who fired 900 employees on Zoom in 2021, sacked 5 years later; here's why Vishal Garg, the Indian-American entrepreneur, has been removed as chief executive of Better Home & Finance. The company's board cited concerns over his judgment, temperament, and credibility for the decision. Better experienced significant financial losses and a sharp decline in its stock price during his leadership. Garg claims the company… The Economic Times · Aug 16
The Independent UK · Aug 15 Tyson is closing more beef plants as cattle shortage continues to impact supply The planned shutdown of Tyson’s Joslin, Illinois, facility is expected to result in roughly 2,500 union job cuts
Barchart · Aug 15 Nebius Just Gave Bloom Energy a Big Boost. What It Means for BE Stock. Nebius just gave Bloom Energy another vote of confidence. Is there more upside ahead for BE stock?
The Free Financial Advisor · Aug 15 6 Reasons a $1 Million Retirement Portfolio Can Support Very Different Lifestyles A $1 million retirement portfolio can look wildly different from one household to another. For one retiree, it might support frequent travel, restaurant dinners, and a comfortable home, while another person with the same portfolio may spend carefully to preserve flexibility for future expenses.
Saving Advice · Aug 15 What Happens to Your Credit Score After You Retire? Retirement changes plenty of financial numbers overnight, from the size of your paycheck to how much money you withdraw from savings each month. One number...
MarketBeat · Aug 15 MarketBeat Week in Review – 08/10 - 08/14 Stocks eye a third winning week as strong earnings from SoundHound, Albemarle and CAVA offset mixed results, with MarketBeat analysts covering NVIDIA, Lockheed Martin, GE Vernova and more.
The Guardian - US · Aug 14 US firms that kept DEI policies despite ‘go woke, go broke’ threats thrived Exclusive: Companies that kept policies did just as well financially, even after Trump’s executive order, as those that didn’t
Reason · Aug 14 Flock Safety's New Privacy Rules Do Little To Ease Concerns Over ALPR Surveillance The company’s attempts to protect Americans’ privacy “will do nothing to protect innocent people from warrantless mass surveillance,” says an Institute for Justice attorney.
The Texas Tribune · Aug 14 Data center audit lacks specifics even as Gov. Abbott, industry leaders tout it Without key details on the audits but the eagerness to support them, policy watchers question how impactful these audits will be in curbing data center growth.
Fortune · Aug 14 Current price of oil as of Aug. 14, 2026 When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.
Barchart · Aug 14 Bill Ackman Is Fixing His Blunder by Buying Netflix. You Should Buy NFLX Stock Too. Bill Ackman's Pershing Square Holdings has taken a stake in Netflix after having previously exited the streamer in 2022. You, too, should add NFLX stock given its tepid valuation.
Tom’s Hardware · Aug 14 AMD borrows $4.75 billion for 'general corporate purposes' — company gives no insight into how it plans to spend cash injection In a surprising move, AMD announces plans to raise $4.75 billion and does not give a clue how it plans to spend them.