Shell reports nearly $7 billion profits amid war with Iran

Shell posted stronger-than-expected quarterly profits as the surge in earnings was fueled by rising global fuel prices stemming from the ongoing conflict between the U.S. and Iran.

Businesses leaving WA: Are owners fed up?
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Washington business owners are speaking on alarming new data that shows 24% are ready to pack their bags and move their business out of state, with a majority saying they would relocate in as soon as 1-2 years.

‘Let’s buy Spirit’ TikTok campaign unexpectedly goes viral

A TikTok campaign to buy Spirit Airlines has gained so much momentum that thousands of people have backed it, more than $130 million has been pledged and scam sites have spawned.

Nearly 1/4 businesses considering leaving Washington state
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According to a report from the Association of Washington Business, the state's employers are growing more pessimistic about the direction of the economy and looking to exit the state because of the rising tax burden.

DOJ confirms antitrust probe of major meatpackers over beef price inflation

The Justice Department confirmed its active investigation of potential antitrust violations in U.S. cattle and beef markets, reviewing more than 3 million documents and interviewing industry participants as federal officials scrutinize whether highly concentrated meatpacking power has contributed to high beef prices.

US restaurant sales fall as Iran war drives up gas prices

With pain at the gas pump reaching new highs due to U.S.-Iran tensions, many consumers are pulling back on dining out. Major restaurant brands report falling revenue as households pivot to cost-saving measures to offset rising daily expenses.

GameStop makes $56 billion bid to buy eBay

GameStop launched a bid to purchase eBay in a proposed merger CEO Ryan Cohen believes can transform the companies into a major competitor for Amazon.

McDonald’s is quietly ditching a popular in-store feature nationwide

McDonald's is ending an era when it comes to soft drinks, and changes will roll out gradually as restaurants are remodeled or updated.

Clinique and M.A.C.-owner Estée Lauder to cut 3,000 more jobs, mainly at its stores

Estée Lauder revealed this week thousands of more job cuts are in the works as the company continues its restructuring effort. The announcement came Friday as the company also increased its annual profit forecast, sending shares higher in pre-market trading. 

Sorry, Jeeves: Ask.com shuts down search after nearly 30 years

Ask.com posted a farewell message on its website, announcing that the search engine would shut down as of Friday, May 1.

Spirit Airlines shutting down immediately: What customers can do

Airlines are offering capped ticket prices and relief for Spirit Airlines customers after the company's sudden closure, but only for a limited time.

Record number of Americans dissatisfied with their pay, survey shows

Americans are pulling back on job searches even as dissatisfaction with pay and career prospects worsens, according to recent survey data.

Trump says he will lift some tariffs on Scotch whisky after royal visit

President Donald Trump announced the removal of specific tariffs on Scotch whisky; a move viewed as a diplomatic gesture after an official visit by King Charles III and Queen Camilla to the U.S.

No workplace retirement plan? Trump's new site aims to change that

Trump’s executive order calls for a new government website where people in the U.S. can find and compare retirement savings accounts, aiming to help millions of workers who don’t have access to one through their employer.

More parents having fewer kids due to rising costs, survey reveals

Parents say raising kids is getting more expensive, forcing many into debt and even changing how many children they plan to have, according to a survey.

America 250: Southwest Airlines unveils Independence One to celebrate the nation's founding

Independence One will make its first flight Wednesday, heading from the company’s hometown of Dallas to the place where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were signed, Philadelphia.

Spirit Airlines’ $500 million rescue funding talks face setback

Spirit Airlines’ efforts to secure a $500 million financial lifeline hit a significant roadblock as lenders balk at the terms of the proposed rescue package.