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 …
Companies Make Big Pledges Toward Initiatives on Race -The Wall Street Journal The moves are the latest public actions by businesses lining up to show their commitment to racial equality. The product decisions and financial pledges – totaling hundreds of …
With Jobless Benefits Set To Lapse, Congress Is At Odds Over An Extension – The New York Times While some lawmakers want to continue substantial aid for millions of unemployed workers, others are concerned that the money is holding back …
Restaurants Parse Extensive And Conflicting Guidance As They Reopen – The Wall Street Journal Franchisees with businesses in more than one state are dealing with a patchwork of reopening rules, curfew concerns. ‘Corporate America Has Failed Black America’ – The …
Workers Press Adidas, Estée Lauder, Others To Act On Racism, Diversity – The Wall Street Journal Companies from Adidas to Estée Lauder face pressure from employees to do more to confront racism and promote diversity, as social activism over the …
‘I Don’t Know If That Counts As A Job’: Fewer Hours, Less Pay And More Anxiety Greet Returning Workers -The Washington Post As millions of Americans return to work amid the worst economic crisis in a generation, they’re unexpectedly discovering …
Unemployment Insurance Claims Eased Slightly At End Of May -The Washington Post Millions are out of work, but new jobless claims have been trending lower each week. Moody’s chief economist Mark Zandi has declared the COVID recession over. Major Employers …
Supply Chains, Safety Protocols Hobble U.S. Factories – The Wall Street Journal Manufacturers are reopening, but delayed orders and new procedures weigh on output. The Next Big Problem For The Economy: Businesses Can’t Pay Their Rent – The Washington Post …