Retail Earnings Could Move This Week’s Market

Retail stocks could move the market this week, with major reports from big box retailers and struggling mall anchors. The timing is horrific, with the coronavirus outbreak disrupting supply chains while American consumers pull back from discretionary buying that includes everything from smartphones to vacations. Things could get even worse when the outbreak expands, inducing Americans to stay away from …

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Top 7 objects that made us laugh this week #65

Good after 65 tops of this kind, the intro remain problematic to find inspiration and to be original. Besides, I wonder if you even read the intros. Like there does it frustrate you if I don’t finish my ph… READERS’ FAVORITE Because sometimes a picture is worth more than a thousand swear words. MOST CON Already otters are cute, if …

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Twitter Stock Rebounds on Activist Investor Involvement

Twitter, Inc. (TWTR) shares rose more than 8% on Monday morning after a Bloomberg report that an activist investor may have acquired a $1 billion stake to oust CEO Jack Dorsey. Elliott Management has nominated four directors to Twitter’s board of directors after having approached executives privately and holding constructive discussions. With only a single class of stockthe company is …

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Top 20 of the worst real estate ads in Paris

Finding an apartment in Paris = obstacle course. In addition to the fact that you have to be able to part with your two arms to be able to pay the rent, the accommodation offered is not always ultra-clean. Neither legal. Neither practical. Nor big. Neither beautiful. Neither equipped. Nor healthy. Nor close to amenities. Neither accessible by elevator. Nor …

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What Is a Settlement Bank?

What Is a Settlement Bank? A settlement bank is the last bank to receive and report the settlement of a transaction between two entities. It is the bank that partners with an entity being paid, most often a merchant. As the merchant’s primary bank for receiving paymentit can also be referred to as the acquiring bank or the acquirer. Key …

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Top 10 Truly Impressive Carbon Footprint Comparisons

The Ecological Transition Agency (ADEME) published a press release in mid-November 2022 on the environmental impacts of the digitalization of cultural services. Basically, by transforming everything that is initially physical (DVDs, CDs, Books, etc.) into a digital version. Well, believe me, some figures have left us behind! At the same time, the “Impact CO2” site published this carbon footprint comparator. …

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Occupancy Rate Definition

What Is the Occupancy Rate? Occupancy rate is the ratio of rented or used space to the total amount of available space. Analysts use occupancy rates when discussing senior housing, hospitals, bed-and-breakfasts, hotels, and rental units, among other categories. In a call center, occupancy rate refers to the amount of time agents spend on calls compared to their total working hours. …

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Top 10 answers to questions about famous singers

Hello dear avid readers. Today, part of your curiosity will be fulfilled since I intend to answer questions that you have necessarily already asked yourself about famous singers. But first of all, I’m going to start by disappointing you (which I know how to do very well according to my parents, my girlfriend and my dog): in this top, I …

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3 Best and Worst Cities for Airbnb Renting

Over the past few years, Airbnb renting has emerged as a popular alternative to hotels for travelers who want the space and comfort that a home can provide. That’s opened the door for investors looking to cash in on the growing market for short-term rentals. But not all locations are created equal for this type of market. Key Takeaways Renting …

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