Finance
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The Elusive Politics of Elon Musk
The opinions poured in, 280 characters at a time, as to whether it was good or bad that Elon Musk…
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A Russian Default is Looming. A Bitter Fight Is Likely to Follow.
WASHINGTON — Russia is ambling toward a major default on its foreign debt, a grim milestone that it has not…
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In Venice, a Young Boatman Steers a Course of His Own
VENICE, Italy — From the time he was a child, Edoardo Beniamin could envision paddling a gondola through the waterways…
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Gary Gensler Reflects on His First Year as S.E.C. Chair
Almost exactly one year ago, Gary Gensler was confirmed as chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Senate approved…
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From Her First $100K to 3 Million Followers
The women logged on from Alaska, Florida and points in between, excited and nervous. The energy was palpable in the…
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The Sky-High Pandemic Housing Market Finds Gravity Does Exist
Luis Solis, a real estate agent in Portland, Ore., marked a milestone weekend late last month. It was the first…
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Jobless Benefits’ Unintended Fallout: Reduced College Financial Aid
Unemployment benefits helped millions of people who lost their jobs in the pandemic, but now the payments may throw a…
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Biden Plans to Open More Public Land to Drilling
WASHINGTON — The Biden administration announced on Friday that it would resume selling leases for new oil and gas drilling…
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What Is a ‘Poison Pill’ Defense?
On Friday, Twitter countered Elon Musk’s offer to buy the company for more than $43 billion with a corporate tool…
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Fuel Prices Send Airfares Higher, but Travelers Seem Ready to Pay
A stunning rise in the cost of jet fuel has sent airfares soaring, and industry experts say they are likely…