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Starbucks same-store sales fall again, but CEO Niccol says turnaround is ahead of schedule
Starbucks leans into hospitality push to try to reverse sales slump
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Economy
The Fed is unlikely to cut rates, but this week's meeting is packed with intrigue
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Starbucks shares climb as CEO Brian Niccol instills confidence that a revival is underway
Starbucks same-store sales fall again, but CEO Niccol says turnaround is ahead of schedule
Starbucks leans into hospitality push to try to reverse sales slump
Spotify drops 11% for worst day in two years on weak guidance
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FINANCE
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Technology
South Korea's LG Energy Solution signs $4.3 billion battery supply deal with undisclosed party
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CyberArk pops on report of $20B+ acquisition talks with Palo Alto Networks
Spotify drops 11% for worst day in two years on weak guidance
Anthropic in talks to raise fresh capital at $170 billion valuation
Energy
Trump EPA seeks to repeal finding that carbon dioxide emissions threaten public health
Anthropic in talks to raise fresh capital at $170 billion valuation
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Real Estate
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Real estate developers say affordable housing could soon become more profitable
Property Play: One developer’s bet on affordable housing that's sustainable and scalable
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