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Here are some practical strategies to pivot, protect your margins, and thrive in uncertain times.
The rule, known as the de minimis exemption, exempts packages worth less than $800. It’s used by fast fashion giants Shein and Temu—and a lot of small American companies that drop-ship from overseas warehouses.
Wednesday’s so-called “Liberation Day” unveiled sweeping tariffs that left the world stunned. Founders are now trying to figure out how to navigate Trump’s choppy tariff waters.
The auto company has rolled out a promotional program to all U.S. shoppers.
The actor teamed up with two startup veterans to launch an organic condiment brand, Smash Kitchen.
Payroll company Gusto’s annual report found women launched 49 percent of all new companies in 2024, with minority entrepreneurship and first-year profitability levels also on the rise.
A recent study finds 1 in 4 U.S. workers in manual, industrial roles feel less satisfied with their jobs than other categories of employees.
New Labor Department data show private businesses are avoiding mass firings, but the many federal layoffs haven’t translated into new claims.
Andrea Lucas’s pressure campaigns, especially against big law firms, are rebuked by lawyers and other experts. ‘This isn’t how the EEOC works,’ says one critic.
What the tariff rates Trump rolled out yesterday made clear is that his goal isn’t, ultimately, to bring down trade barriers.
The S&P 500 is on track for its worst day since Covid shattered the global economy five years ago.
Having taken the hint from Washington and moved production out of China to Viet Nam, apparel and athletic goods makers are blindsided by tariffs.
The Microsoft cofounder is remembering the code he wrote a half century ago—code that played a critical role in creating the company.
What to know about the president’s trade war and how it impacts Wall Street.
If you want to boost your emotional intelligence to face anxious times, there’s a solution that’s as pleasant as it is effective.
The new rules of event marketing go beyond the booth to create memorable brand experiences.
From bootstrapping to equity to creative options like prepayments, here’s how to choose the right capital strategy to match your growth plan.
At an all-hands meeting, Musk described a future of ‘sustainable abundance’ while avoiding any talk of politics or DOGE.
Setting up a Mac for the first time is even easier if you have an iPhone.
This $1999 camera may not be the one Apple would design, but it is delightful to use.
If you think the backlash is bad now, what happens when Optimus comes out?
The problem with AI is it’s being sold the way NFTs were sold. And crypto … and the metaverse.
Instead of cutting costs, consider working with this program to find innovative paths to growth.
The famous comedian shares the biggest lesson he learned from ‘Saturday Night Live.’
More than 70 percent of U.S. venture capital went toward AI investments during the first quarter of 2025, according to PitchBook.
As a leader, you’ll want to consider whether your actions are driving meaningful change or just grabbing attention.
The president just launched a global trade war that he says will restore American manufacturing. His critics say it will send the country into recession.
Investors, consumers, executives, and traders were already losing confidence in the economy before today.
Ditch the manual processes with AI’s help, but don’t leave it all to technology.
When a potential partner or employer searches your name, what will they find? It’s important to build a personal brand.
The Richmond Fed says manufacturers in those regions could bear the brunt of the consequences, with net job losses.
This would be a stark reversal from March, when Trump was looking to extend Musk’s stay.
Consumers are showing a growing distaste for the company under the leadership of Elon Musk, with vehicle deliveries braking well short of projections.
Business leaders, consumers, and investors may learn more about Trump’s additional import duties on Wednesday, but their hesitation to commit to future spending may remain for much longer.
Booker didn’t just give a speech—he gave an experience.