The year 2024 has witnessed a significant surge in restaurant bankruptcy filings, reflecting a broader trend of increasing corporate bankruptcies across various sectors. At least 10 restaurant chains have filed for bankruptcy this year, and the numbers are expected to rise further. August saw three Chapter 11 filings from well-known eateries, indicating the financial distress
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As cannabis consumption continues to evolve, a new trend is emerging in the industry – luxury cannabis retail. Gone are the days of dingy, ill-lit dispensaries tucked away in obscure locations. Now, cannabis is making its way onto Fifth Avenue, alongside high-end retailers like Cartier and Saks. In New York, where adult-use marijuana has been
Airlines across the globe that have historically been eager to expand their fleets are now facing financial constraints that are causing them to rethink their growth strategies. With low-cost carriers and deep discounters struggling to return to profitability, many airlines are postponing the purchase of new aircraft in an effort to conserve cash. This shift
The Food and Drug Administration has granted emergency use authorization for Novavax’s updated protein-based Covid vaccine for individuals aged 12 and above. This development opens up the opportunity for Novavax’s vaccine to compete with the offerings from Pfizer and Moderna in the upcoming fall and winter seasons. Novavax’s vaccine is specifically tailored to target the
General Motors has recently announced a significant change in their all-electric BrightDrop commercial vans lineup by integrating them into the Chevrolet brand. This strategic move aims to boost sales, enhance accessibility, and increase recognition of these vehicles among consumers. The decision to merge BrightDrop vans with Chevrolet is expected to leverage the robust reputation and
In the first half of 2024, the toy industry faced a challenging time due to inflation, leading to a decline in sales. However, amidst this downturn, Lego managed to defy the odds and experience a remarkable 13% increase in revenue. This surge amounted to 31 billion Danish krone, equivalent to about $4.65 billion. Niels Christiansen,
In a recent bankruptcy court filing, it was revealed that the Dallas Mavericks and the New Orleans Pelicans will be leaving their regional sports networks owned by Diamond Sports. This move has left fans of both NBA teams wondering how they will be able to watch their local games in the upcoming season. While the
Edgar Bronfman Jr. has recently made an offer for a controlling stake in Paramount Global, aiming to challenge Skydance Media for ownership of National Amusements, the holding company founded by Sumner Redstone. His bid includes a proposal for National Amusements and Paramount Global common shareholders, with the potential for Shari Redstone to remain involved with
Cava recently raised its full-year outlook after reporting strong traffic in its restaurants, leading to better-than-expected quarterly earnings and revenue. The company’s shares saw a 7% increase in extended trading, with its market cap reaching approximately $11.6 billion by the end of the quarter. During the quarter that ended on July 14, Cava exceeded Wall
Boeing’s Starliner capsule, which delivered NASA astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS) in early June, is now set to return to Earth without its crew on board. This decision, announced by NASA, comes as a surprise and marks a significant shift in plans for the spacecraft. Originally intended to bring the astronauts back, the