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Trump Watch: Trump's billion-dollar empire - memecoins, media and prisons

No US president has mixed office and his own business as much as Donald Trump. The hosts examine his company network and show concrete conflicts of interest.

Today: SK Hynix: Billion-dollar debut on Nasdaq

It's set to be one of the largest foreign listings in the US: What investors should know about SK Hynix's Nasdaq debut. And: Why investors are withdrawing from Indonesia.

Heating Act: Anyone who is a homeowner is still entitled to the old KfW subsidy

The KfW is changing the funding for heat pumps. Some homeowners are still entitled to the old subsidies. What conditions must be met for this.

+++ Football World Cup 2026 +++: Despite a penalty miss – Mbappé and France in the semi-finals

Starmer gives hope for a holiday in England's final victory +++ Balogun case: Trump's World Cup representative goes after the referee +++ Dissatisfied with hotel: Norwegians move before quarter-finals +++ The World Cup blog.

Indonesia launches B50 biodiesel to curb fuel imports

Hormuz Ship Insurance Demand Drops

London marine insurers have been seeing fewer inquiries for journeys to transit the Strait of Hormuz and some said the cost of cover had risen.

Comment: Everyone benefits from the sugar tax - including the soda manufacturers

The beverage industry is up in arms against a levy on sugary drinks. This is long overdue - and only brings advantages.

How all 50 U.S. states performed over 20 years of Top States for Business

Across 20 years of CNBC's America's Top States for Business rankings, some states have proven to be consistent winners, and others to be perennial dogs.

Dow Jones, S&P: Stock markets close in positive territory – chip values ​​defy concerns about Middle East conflict

A coffeehouse chain's decision weighs on technology stocks. At the same time, SpaceX's shares are recovering. Investors can expect greater stimulus in the coming week.

Army selects four companies for new autonomous breaching program

The program aims to minimize troops’ exposure to danger and ensure safe passage of follow-on forces, according to the Army.

Goldman Sachs wins $70 billion in asset management deals with Verizon, Lockheed Martin

Competition in the multitrillion-dollar market for retirement assets is fierce among managers such as Goldman Sachs, BlackRock, Russell Investments and Mercer.

Work in Progress 2026: The AI ​​is here, the productivity boost is not yet

Artificial intelligence promises more productivity in everyday work, but so far the hoped-for effect has not been achieved. Whether that can change will be decided at the management level.

Shippers Cool on Green Fuels as Costs Stay Too High

The shipping industry is being blamed by climate activists for emitting a solid portion of the world’s atmospheric carbon dioxide. Under pressure, the industry has been trying to find an alternative to the traditional fuels it uses, all petroleum derivatives. It has, however, encountered a problem. All the potential—presumably greener —alternatives are so expensive, no one can afford them. The shipping industry accounts for about 3% of global carbon dioxide emissions. For activists and politicia

Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with TS Banking Group, Inc. and TS Contrarian Bancshares, Inc.

Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with TS Banking Group, Inc. and TS Contrarian Bancshares, Inc.

P/E ratio of stocks: This is why the price-earnings ratio is so important for investors

For investor stars like Warren Buffett or Benjamin Graham, one thing was crucial when investing: the P/E ratio. But what does the number mean? An explanation.

Closure: Zalando’s Erfurt location sealed – social plan in place

Zalando's decision to close its logistics center came as a shock to many people in Erfurt. With the signatures on a social plan, the end and the job loss are sealed.

Conflicts: Someone else is being praised for my ideas – what to do?

Are your ideas attributed to others at work? Psychologist Nico Rose explains how you can identify your authorship in a friendly but firm manner - without seeming petty.

Online banking: When the bank is liable if account access is blocked

A reader was temporarily unable to access his securities account. Does his bank have to be liable for the log-in problems?

Meat consumption: The three biggest misconceptions about animal welfare

Animal welfare is often debated emotionally, but rarely understood. Veterinarian Nicole Kemper explains which myths distort the image of animal welfare and why compassion for animals alone is not enough.

Trump flies old Air Force One out of Turkey, switches to new jet in Britain for trip home

President Donald Trump unexpectedly left Turkey on Wednesday aboard an older Air Force One rather than the newly renovated Qatari-donated jet.

Irish man gets 14 years’ jail for killing US tourist in Hungary

A court in Hungary on Thursday sentenced an Irish citizen to 14 years in prison for strangling an American tourist to death in the country’s capital in 2024. The victim, 31-year-old Mackenzie Michalski from Portland, Oregon, was in Hungary on holiday and reported missing on November 5, 2024, after she was last seen at a nightclub in central Budapest. Police launched a missing person investigation and reviewed security footage from local nightclubs where they observed Michalski, who went by...

Investment: How do I sensibly incorporate individual stocks into my asset mix?

A reader also wants to invest in individual stocks. How many titles does he need so that the distribution is wide enough but the portfolio remains clear?

Book market: Reading is everyone’s business!

Despite some trends for younger people, the willingness to buy a new book is dwindling. The dealers are looking for salvation in a new segment.

“Labyrinth of special rules”: competition watchdogs attack the industrial electricity price

In its main report, the Monopolies Commission identifies a “patchwork of subsidies” in electricity price relief for industry. Medium-sized companies often lose out in the confusion.

Dow Jones, S&P: “Stock market receives contradictory signals”: ​​Wall Street is trading inconsistently – SpaceX is recovering

On the one hand, the escalation in Iran is causing uncertainty - on the other hand, investors are not giving up hope for a peace agreement. Meanwhile, the coming week could determine the mood.

June home sales disappoint as prices reach an all-time high

Home sales dropped in June month over month as mortgage rates remain stubbornly high. Prices hit an all-time high.

Business ticker: Social plan for Zalando location in Erfurt via arbitration award

Investigators: no market manipulation by Unicredit against Commerzbank +++ By 2035: Chip company Micron wants to invest 250 billion dollars +++ Salzgitter becomes the sole owner of HKM +++ News in the company live blog.

Tax evasion: Macquarie banker can hope for a suspended sentence after pleading in the Cum-Ex scandal

The former head of Macquarie's German branch expects a moderate punishment - especially because he was involved late. The omens are worse for other Macquarie bankers.

Hawaii is America's Worst State for Business in 2026, even its legendary quality of life takes a dip

Hawaii, America's Worst State for Business in 2026, is trying to address one of the few disadvantages it can control: quality if life. It isn’t easy.

USA EIA Reveals Latest Oil Price Forecast

The U.S. Energy Information Administration revealed its latest oil price forecast for 2026 and 2027 in its July short term energy outlook.