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Regularly updated news on the global economy and politics from our team and Bloomberg and The Economist.
Buybacks are back: corporate America is on a spending spree
The Wall Street Journal

Buybacks are back: corporate America is on a spending spree

Share repurchases in the first quarter are up sharply, led by Meta and Apple.

One in 24 New Yorkers is a millionaire
Finance

One in 24 New Yorkers is a millionaire

Ranking of cities by wealth puts the Big Apple at the top. 

09 May 2024
Disney’s kingdom loses some magic
The Wall Street Journal

Disney’s kingdom loses some magic

A disappointing earnings forecast for theme parks raises questions.