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Instacart explores potential sale, holds talks with Uber and DoorDash: report
The report put Instacart's value at roughly $12 billion and said an investment bank is helping the company assess its options.
Republican Ledger staff · 6:05 PM ET
- Economy
Hershey to release protein powder — as CEO hopes to entice consumers on GLP-1 to snack again
Hershey's is trying to win over health-conscious consumers with a new protein powder -- and figure out how to get people on weight-loss drugs snacking again.
Republican Ledger staff · 5:28 PM ET
- Economy
Who do Americans blame for their debt? Here’s how every generation answers
With U.S. household debt reaching $18.8 trillion, Americans from Gen Z to the Silent Generation face distinct pressures. Here is who each age group blames for their financial strain—and how they are coping.
Republican Ledger staff · 5:09 PM ET
- Economy
Silicon Valley startup raises $200M to create genetically engineered military dogs: ‘Captain America meets Iron Man’
Texas-based startup Warhound has already reached a reported $1.2 billion valuation despite not yet producing a single genetically modified puppy.
Republican Ledger staff · 4:38 PM ET
- Economy
Apple’s new $2K iPhone Duo wows critics with foldable screen — but some users are already complaining of cracked devices
Apple's first foldable iPhone is drawing praise for its sleek engineering and nearly invisible screen crease, but a handful of social media posts show cracked devices on day one.
Republican Ledger staff · 4:14 PM ET
- Economy
Famous 102-year-old LA diner springs back to life after closing — revealing new opening date
The griddles are firing back up at the diner that never closed.
Republican Ledger staff · 2:36 PM ET
- Economy
California city’s only fine-dining restaurant to close as chef plots to reopen in his home’s garage
He's packing his knives and going home.
Republican Ledger staff · 2:08 PM ET
- Economy
American Express to slash 5% of workforce in latest AI-driven layoffs
The company on Friday announced a $336 million restructuring charge as part of the layoffs, which will impact thousands of the firm’s roughly 77,000 workers.
Republican Ledger staff · 2:07 PM ET
- Economy
Jetmaker Bombardier doubles down on US investment in deal touted by Trump
Jetmaker Bombardier said it is "expanding its presence" in the United States as part of a $270 million investment deal praised by President Donald Trump.
Republican Ledger staff · 7:43 AM ET
- Economy
Florida's manufacturing ambitions take flight as aerospace, medtech giants fuel Sunshine State's economic push
Florida is moving beyond tourism as aerospace and medtech giants drive an manufacturing boom aimed at securing a top-10 global economic ranking by 2030.
Republican Ledger staff · 6:00 AM ET
- Economy
Owning a home comes with a hidden price tag, and it's getting more expensive
Hidden homeownership costs now total $16,566 annually as insurance premiums surge 54% and maintenance expenses climb 32% over the past five years.
Republican Ledger staff · 3:08 PM ET
- Economy
eBay to cut about 1,000 jobs in second round of layoffs this year
eBay plans to eliminate approximately 1,000 positions as it focuses on strategic priorities following an earlier round of layoffs that affected 800 employees.
Republican Ledger staff · 8:39 AM ET
- Economy
JPMorgan invests $5B in companies critical to US national security
JPMorgan Chase committed $5 billion in equity to companies strengthening U.S. national security, defense technology and critical supply chains.
Republican Ledger staff · 4:59 PM ET
- Economy
Homebuyers get an advantage in dozens of US cities — but pay a steep price
Realtor.com's market clock shifted one hour toward buyers as rising mortgage rates above 7% boost inventory and prompt sellers to offer price cuts.
Republican Ledger staff · 2:54 PM ET
- Economy
Nearly 1.6M pounds of hot dogs, bacon and other meats recalled nationwide
Kayem Foods recalled nearly 1.6 million pounds of meat items such as hot dogs, bacon, brisket and ham after a warehouse cooler experienced temperature deviations.
Republican Ledger staff · 9:37 PM ET
- Economy
Capitalism needs a newer pitch as socialism gains ground, economist says
Sam Gregg argues free market advocates must use moral language, not just policy talk, to counter democratic socialism's rising appeal in U.S. politics.
Republican Ledger staff · 3:26 PM ET
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