Volkswagen’s U.S. Gamble Faces Policy Headwinds
Volkswagen is facing one of its toughest periods in the U.S. market, as trade policy and shifting technology trends collide with its long-term strategy. Recent data show its American sales…
The Forces That Defined Markets in 2025
The U.S. stock market closed out 2025 on a strong note, delivering gains for investors while showcasing the powerful influence of artificial intelligence on the economy. Major indexes like the…
S&P Global Expands Private Markets Data
S&P Global has completed the acquisition of With Intelligence for $1.8 billion, marking another step in its expansion into private markets data and analytics. The deal closed in late November…
A Modern Retail Experiment: Nordstrom Revives the Catalog
Retailer Nordstrom, Inc. is reviving an old-fashioned marketing channel with a new 100-page holiday gift-guide catalog. The company is mailing the glossy brochure to consumers in an era when digital…
Pediatric Cancer Policy Turns to Artificial Intelligence
President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order directing an additional $50 million to childhood cancer research. The goal is to strengthen the use of artificial intelligence in diagnosis, treatment…
Qatar National Bank Revolutionizing Payments with Blockchain
Qatar National Bank (QNB), one of the largest banks in the Middle East, has adopted JPMorgan’s Kinexys Digital Payments platform to handle its US dollar corporate transactions. The move reflects…
Finding Value at the Grocery Store
Finding Value at the Grocery Store Americans are embracing Hamburger Helper in greater numbers, not only for its nostalgic appeal, but also for its practicality. As food costs continue to…
The Push for Seamless Global Communication
Major tech firms are pushing forward toward what many have dubbed the “universal translator.” Apple, Meta, and Google are each rolling out new devices or updates with real-time translation features.…
Backpacks, Auctions, and Blind Boxes: The Labubu Phenomenon Explained
Since 2024, a quirky collectible craze has taken off in China. Pop Mart’s Labubu toys, part of its playful “The Monsters” line, helped launch a new wave of consumer enthusiasm…
Venture Capital Sees Growth in Specialization
For decades, large venture capital firms played a central role in supporting startup growth across the United States. Recently, however, many senior partners at these firms have chosen to pursue…