By Jack Nicas and Karen Weise Published 3:50 pm PDT, Monday, June 10, 2019 “Hopefully, these investigations drive real change to make sure fans, songwriters and artists all get a fair shake,” singer Rosanne Cash says. “Hopefully, these investigations drive real change to make sure fans, songwriters and artists all get a fair shake,” singer Rosanne Cash says. Photo: Ruby Washington / New York Times 2014 Photo: Ruby Washington / New York Times 2014 Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close Image 1 of 1 “Hopefully, these investigations drive real change to make sure fans, songwriters and artists all get a fair shake,” singer Rosanne Cash says. “Hopefully, these investigations drive real change to make sure fans, songwriters and artists all get a fair … [Read more...] about Anger at Big Tech unites noodle pullers and code writers
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Tariffs aimed at Mexico, but U.S companies in line of fire
Michelle Chapman and Anne D'Innocenzio Associated Press Published 3:50 PM EDT May 31, 2019 The surprise imposition by President Donald Trump of an escalating tariff regime against Mexico sent ripples through almost every economic sector in the U.S. Friday, hammering American companies that sell automobiles or run railroads, grow vegetables or create medical devices. Trump vowed to slap a 5% tariff on all Mexican imports on June 10, just over a week away, and raise those tariffs to 25% by October, “until the Illegal Immigration problem is remedied.” Whether it’s avocadoes on a taco or a new Chevrolet Blazer SUV in the driveway, if the tariffs go into effect, Americans could feel it. The companies that produce such goods and must choose whether to absorb those costs or pass them on to customers, felt it immediately Friday. More: Detroit carmakers stand to lose billions under new Mexico tariffs Shares of General Motors Co., which imports more vehicles into the … [Read more...] about Tariffs aimed at Mexico, but U.S companies in line of fire
Consumers could be collateral damage if US expands tariffs
Paul Wiseman and Joyce M. Rosenberg, Ap Business Writers Updated 4:57 pm CDT, Tuesday, May 14, 2019 In this Feb. 16, 2019, photo, Jay Foreman, CEO of Basic Fun!, poses for a photo at Toy Fair New York 2019, in New York. For many Americans, President Donald Trump's trade war may soon get very real. Foreman says Trump's proposed tariffs on toys imported from China could hurt his business. (Andrew Kelly/AP Images for Basic Fun!) less In this Feb. 16, 2019, photo, Jay Foreman, CEO of Basic Fun!, poses for a photo at Toy Fair New York 2019, in New York. For many Americans, President Donald Trump's trade war may soon get very real. Foreman ... more Photo: Andrew Kelly, AP Photo: Andrew Kelly, AP Image 1 of / 7 Caption Close Image 1 of 7 In this Feb. 16, 2019, photo, Jay Foreman, CEO … [Read more...] about Consumers could be collateral damage if US expands tariffs
California lawmakers seek tax cuts for sluggish pot industry
Paul Elias, Associated Press Updated 5:49 pm PST, Monday, January 28, 2019 In this Friday, Jan. 12, 2018 photo a bud tender prepares marijuana for a customer at Med Men a dispensary in West Hollywood, Calif. A group of Democratic state lawmakers are proposing major tax cuts for the marijuana industry to jump-start's California's sluggish legal marketplace. The bill Assemblyman Rob Bonta of Oakland and others introduced Monday, Jan. 28, 2019 would for the next three years eliminate the state's $148 per pound cultivation tax and reduce the state's 15 percent excise tax on retail sales to 11 percent. less In this Friday, Jan. 12, 2018 photo a bud tender prepares marijuana for a customer at Med Men a dispensary in West Hollywood, Calif. A group of Democratic state lawmakers are proposing major tax cuts for the ... more Photo: Richard Vogel, AP … [Read more...] about California lawmakers seek tax cuts for sluggish pot industry
US stocks climb, led by retailers and smaller companies
Marley Jay, Ap Markets Writer Updated 10:56 am PST, Monday, January 7, 2019 FILE- In this Jan. 4, 2019, file photo Mario Picone, center, works with fellow specialists on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. The U.S. stock market opens at 9:30 a.m. EST on Monday, Jan. 7. FILE- In this Jan. 4, 2019, file photo Mario Picone, center, works with fellow specialists on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. The U.S. stock market opens at 9:30 a.m. EST on Monday, Jan. 7. Photo: Richard Drew, AP Photo: Richard Drew, AP Image 1 of / 3 Caption Close Image 1 of 3 FILE- In this Jan. 4, 2019, file photo Mario Picone, center, works with fellow specialists on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. The U.S. stock market opens at 9:30 a.m. EST on Monday, Jan. 7. FILE- In this Jan. 4, … [Read more...] about US stocks climb, led by retailers and smaller companies