You’re probably seeing headlines almost daily screaming about layoffs, layoffs, layoffs. The ubiquity of those stories may make you worry about your own job stability. There was a 10% increase in layoffs last year from the previous year — 19.8 million in 2023 compared with 17.6 million in 2022, according to an analysis of Bureau of Labor Statistics data. But monthly layoffs throughout 2023 were actually slightly below pre-pandemic levels after a massive spike during the start of the pandemic, BLS data shows. “I’m cautiously optimistic. I think there are some signs that we’ll still see robust demand for workers,…
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Logistics is the backbone of any thriving industry, yet it’s the silent processes within, like material handling, that often go unnoticed. It’s here, in the unseen ballet of goods moving seamlessly from point A to point B, that the real magic happens. This post delves into the unsung heroes of logistics, highlighting how efficient material handling is not just a necessity but a game-changer for industries far and wide. The efficiency of this process directly impacts the bottom line of businesses, making or breaking the speed and reliability with which products reach the market. The Role of Material…
February 16, 2024 (Investorideas.com Newswire) S&P 500 with Nasdaq brought us some more gains with bullish price action, and another reversal of first session half weakness. No beating around the bush, here are my thoughts as regards the PPI and consequences for stocks (the real asset ones are given separately). Note the show of intraday strength since this was posted early European morning – expect also bond prices to increase later today, and remember how well junk corporate bonds had been doing lately no matter the higher for longer revival. All signs of risk-on environment persisting – no surprise…
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Some people haven’t ever borrowed money before. Claire wonders why those people have a low credit score. The answer is pretty simple: Bureaus want to be sure they can trust someone before they lend them much money. What Is A Good Credit Score? Alright, now that Claire knows what credit is (the amount of money you can borrow) and what a credit score is (how likely you are to pay that money back), she comes back to her first question. What is a good credit score? Credit scores are generally divided into five categories. The numbers for a “Good” credit score can…
This article is republished with permission from Wonder Tools, a newsletter that helps you discover the most useful sites and apps. Subscribe here. Perplexity, Dexa, and Arc Search all offer good new alternatives to the classic Google search box. I’m increasingly using these new AI search services because they provide direct, relevant answers, not just long lists of links. Read on for my take on these new ways to streamline your searches. Perplexity applies AI to your search Perplexity is an AI-powered search engine. It saves you time by compiling a useful summary response to whatever you inquire about. Example: I asked about journalism layoffs and instantly…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. On this episode of The CEO Series, we got a front-row seat to leadership lessons from Stan Chia, CEO and Board Director of Vivid Seats. Vivid Seats is an online ticket marketplace that did over $500 million in 2022. Stan shared amazing insights into running a huge company with over 500 employees, and his personal passions outside the boardroom that keep him energized and engaged. Below are some highlights from our conversation, which you can see in the full video above. The best aspect of being a CEO “For me, the best…
Paul Chew, an analyst from Phillip Securities, maintained the Buy rating on Thai Beverage Public Co (TBVPF – Research Report). The associated price target is S$0.75. Paul Chew’s Buy rating for Thai Beverage Public Co is based on a thorough evaluation of the company’s financial performance and market potential. Despite a downturn in beer volume sales, Thai Beverage has shown resilience in its spirits operations, with stable revenues year-over-year. The improved margins, particularly in the beer segment, are attributed to decreased production costs and marketing expenses. Chew’s confidence is bolstered by the company’s ability to maintain these margins even as…
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