Policy

Policy & Power

The Search for America’s Next Treasury Secretary is On

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If the President is America’s CEO, the CFO is the Treasury Secretary. Soon, the country will have a new one in its metaphorical c-suite.

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Autos

The Biden Administration’s War on Chinese Cars Just Got Bigger

The Biden administration is introducing a ban on both hardware and software for “connected vehicles” from China and, incidentally, Russia.

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Big Tech

TikTok’s Court Battle is Set Against a Larger Tech War

TikTok kicked off its legal fight challenging the US government’s divest-or-ban law passed in April, calling it unconstitutional.

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Politics

Harris and Trump Agree That Tips Shouldn’t Be Taxed

Kamala Harris supports eliminating federal taxes on tips for service and hospitality workers, which Donald Trump also supports.

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Economics

Wall Street’s New Year’s Resolution: Launch More IPOs

No matter how you cast your ballot in the presidential election last month, recent history suggests your vote counts for IPOs.

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Industries

Posh Soho House Gets Premium Buyout Offer as It Balances Prestige with Scaling Up

The offer would put an 83% premium on Soho’s Wednesday closing price and comes a year after it had to close off admissions in three cities.

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Technology

Smart Ring Maker Oura Doubles Valuation to $5.2 billion

One ring to rule them all… at least, Oura hopes so. On Thursday, it announced a new $200 million funding round.

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