Alabama is America’s Most Improved State for Business in 2024, led by a surging workforce
Alabama climbs in CNBC’s Top States for Business rankings in 2024, propelled by workforce gains and solid infrastructure.
America’s Top States for Business 2024: The full rankings
CNBC unveils its 17th annual America’s Top States for Business ranking, scoring all 50 states on 128 different metrics in 10 key categories of competiveness.
Too young for an iPhone? Apple says its watch is ‘a great call for kids’ in new promotion
The Apple Watch lets kids stay in touch with their parents without the distractions of social media apps and games, according to the tech giant’s pitch.
PepsiCo earnings beat estimates, but U.S. demand weakens
The food and beverage giant PepsiCo reported better-than-expected second-quarter earnings, but its revenue fell short of Wall Street’s estimates.
NASA still expects Boeing’s Starliner to return astronauts from ISS, but notes SpaceX backup option
Officials say Starliner capsule “Calypso” may return as soon as the end of this month from its extended ISS stay.
HubSpot shares plunge 12% on report that Alphabet is shelving interest in acquiring software company
Alphabet has reportedly shelved its interest in acquiring HubSpot months after the companies were in talks.
Ashley Biden diary thief arrested in Georgia on weed, other charges the day before jail surrender date
Florida resident Aimee Harris had pleaded guilty to conspiring to steal and sell a diary belonging to Ashley Biden, daughter of President Joe Biden.
Pelosi refuses to say she supports Biden as the Democratic nominee
Nancy Pelosi has said it was legitimate to ask whether President Biden’s debate performance against Donald Trump was symptomatic of a “condition.”
Walmart is opening five automated distribution centers as it tries to keep its grocery dominance
The facilities are part of Walmart’s broader effort to modernize its supply chain and expand capacity to keep up with customers’ online orders.
Mortgage refinance demand drops further, despite homeowners sitting on $17 trillion in equity
The average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages with conforming loan balances ($766,550 or less) decreased last week to 7.00% from 7.03%.
