Morning News: August 17, 2022

Inflation in Britain Jumps to 10.1 Percent, Pushed Higher by Food Prices

German Utility Reports Huge Loss as Russia Slashes Gas Flows

A $379 Billion Hole Emerges in Developing Nations’ War Chests

China’s Worst Heatwave in 60 Years is Forcing Factories to Close

Australia’s Santos Surprises with Backing for Alaska Oil Project

Biden Signs Bill Aimed at Lowering Drug Costs, Boosting Renewable Energy

Yellen Directs I.R.S. to Embark on $80 Billion Overhaul Plan

Can the Texas Power Grid Survive the Crypto Mining Boom?

Why the 1 Percent Buyback Tax Doesn’t Scare Investors

Makers of Heating, Cooling Systems Expect Climate Bill to Boost Sales

American Airlines Buys Supersonic Jets Twice as Fast as Regular Planes

Target Misses Lowest Profit Estimate, Still Predicts Rebound

AMC’s CEO Will Do Whatever It Takes to Keep His Company a Meme Forever

China’s Tencent Reports First Revenue Drop as Gaming Regulations and COVID-19 Bite

Tech Companies Are Relinquishing Some Control of Online Ads to Users

Gambling Operators Including FanDuel, DraftKings Tweak Marketing as NFL Season Arrives

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Posted by on August 17th, 2022 at 7:06 am


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