Strategy

The Economy

E-Commerce Posts 18.8% Holiday Season Gain

Retailers offered omnichannel sales earlier in the season, "meeting consumers’ demand for the best deals across all channels and devices."
The Economy

Consumer Spending Rises 0.4% in November

“Despite the late start to the holiday season, U.S. consumers were in a festive mood, suggesting the backbone of the economy remains rock solid."
Strategy

IAC and Match Group to Separate

IAC will spin off its 80% stake in online dating giant Match Group.
The Economy

U.S. Consumer Prices Hit Highest Level in a Year

The CPI rose 2.1% in November on a year-on-year basis but the Fed "doesn’t expect inflation to sharply exceed its 2% goal anytime soon."
Global Business

Global Airline Group Cuts 2019 Profit Forecast

A rebound in 2020 requires a reduction in trade tensions, the IATA said. 
The Economy

CFOs: Braced for a Recession, But Hopeful

CFO are preserving cash in anticipation of rough times ahead. But they are also more optimistic about the domestic economy than they were three months ago.
The Economy

U.S. Labor Costs Growth Lowered to 2.5% for Q3

The sharp downward revision suggests inflation will continue to run below the Federal Reserve’s 2% target.
Strategy

Morgan Stanley Prepares for 2020 With Job Cuts

The bank is laying off about 2% of its workforce in a move that reflects its concerns over the economic outlook.
The Economy

U.S. Job Growth Shatters November Forecasts

The 266,000 jobs gain shows the labor market "is continuing to provide the key foundation for the U.S. economy.”
Tax

International Tax Reporting Standard Is Finalized

Under the Global Reporting Initiative's new standard, thousands of companies will be voluntarily reporting tax information on a country-by-country basis.
Global Business

Japan’s Cabinet Approves $122B Stimulus Package

The country has struggled with a slump of exports, a sales tax hike in October, and natural disasters.
Strategy

Verint Systems to Spin off Cyber Intelligence Unit

Separating the intelligence and customer engagement businesses "at this stage of their evolution will allow each to unlock its full potential."
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