As retail operators return to work this week after what was hopefully a busy Memorial Day weekend for them, they should be encouraged by some rare good news out of Washington D.C. The industry had some big wins last week …
The President recently made headlines with the release of his first draft budget proposal and while some convenience store operators might applaud the perceived “belt tightening”, leading brands need to be aware of a few hidden minefields. Most prominent among …
The actions this week by two state attorneys general over the constitutionality of President Trump’s overseas business dealings have very little to do with the P&Ls of operators. But here’s why it matters to your business and employees–In the grand …
In political terms, 2017 is what’s known as an “off year.” Only a few states have elections but two are for governorships – Virginia and New Jersey – and we have had a couple of notable congressional special elections thrown …
Solving The ‘Wage Puzzle’: Why Aren’t Paychecks Growing? – NPR A basic tenet of economics is that when demand for something goes up, so does its cost. So, many economists wonder why today’s high demand for workers hasn’t translated into …
Hotels Grapple With Racial Bias – The New York Times Recent incidents around the country have raised questions about diversity training in the hotel industry. How Companies Large And Small Pay Their Workers – The Wall Street Journal A WSJ …
‘It’s A Significant Shift In Our Thinking’: Business Takes Fresh Look At Democrats – POLITICO Led by President Trump, some Republicans approach to issues like trade are pushing trade groups to up their political support for Democrats. “Sin” Taxes – …
Tyson Lowers Outlook On Fallout From Tariffs, Commodity Market Volatility – The Wall Street Journal The food company said tariffs have hurt domestic and export prices on chicken and pork. Uber Gains Civil Rights Allies Against New York’s Proposed Freeze: …
Meal Kit Companies Scramble To Dodge Disaster – The Wall Street Journal Meal kits may make cooking easier, but getting a box of pre-portioned ingredients and instructions to a customer’s door is one of the most complicated logistics riddles in …
The End Of The Democratic Century – Foreign Affairs A thought-provoking piece in Foreign Affairs explores the dynamics that are giving rise to authoritarian regimes on the global stage, and in doing so, are undermining the importance of democratic institutions …
Employers Embrace Apps That Let Them Pay Daily – Bloomberg With wage growth still weak, new tech like Instant Financial is helping companies boost retention with hourly workers. How Investors Make Money When Companies Take Longer To Pay Their Bills …