The world of business is a tempestuous sea, swirling with changes, challenges, and opportunities that captivate our attention. As we sail through the business news of August 16, 2023, fasten your seatbelts for a whirlwind ride through the latest happenings that are setting the stage for the future. From groundbreaking mergers to innovative technological advancements, these headlines promise to keep us on the edge of our seats.
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# STOCK CRYPTO COINBASE
H & R Block Beats, Sweetens Deal With Hefty Dividend Increase: Here’s How To Earn $500 A Month From The Stock╎benzingaAOL Bitcoin is headed to $180,000 if regulators approve the first spot ETF in the US, Fundstrat’s Tom Lee says BARRONS Value vs. Growth: The Fed/Economy Could Decide the Winner TECHCRUNCH Elon Musk reportedly donated $10M to a fertility research project More ▼
⇢ H&R Block shares rose 11% after the tax preparer reported better-than-expected second-quarter earnings and increased its dividend by 10%, with investors needing to invest around $181,818 to earn $500 per month from the stock.
# INFLATION RATE FED
Fed officials see ‘upside risks’ to inflation possibly leading to more rate hikes, minutes show╎nbcnewsMARKETS.BUSINESSINSIDER India just ditched the dollar and used its own currency to buy a million barrels of oil from the UAE FINANCE.YAHOO Federal Reserve minutes: Too-high inflation, still a threat, could require more rate hikes WSJ Some Fed Officials Are Turning Cautious about Raising Rates Too High More ▼
⇢ Federal Reserve officials expressed concern about the pace of inflation and indicated that more rate hikes may be necessary in the future unless conditions change, according to minutes from their July meeting.
# INTEL CHINA TOWER
Intel Announces Termination of Tower Semiconductor Acquisition╎intcBARRONS U.S. Steel Stock Is Surging. Another Bidder Could Appear NPR Why China’s Economic Woes Keep Getting Worse ECONOMIST China’s deepening property crisis threatens trouble More ▼
⇢ China’s economy is facing worsening economic woes, with slower-than-expected growth in retail sales, industrial output, and investment, as well as deflationary pressure, due to a fall in aggregate demand, and concerns about the property sector and government policies.
# TARGET ALDI PRIDE
ALDI to Acquire Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket to Continue Growth in the Southeast╎prnewswireBUSINESSINSIDER The best PS5 deals for August 2023: Save on PlayStation 5 consoles and bundles BENZINGA Psychedelics IP Protection: Cybin Nabs US Patent For Deuterated Analogs, Psilera Advances Next-Gen Library WSJ Dozens of Websites Are Selling Knock-Off Ozempic and Mounjaro, No Prescription Required More ▼
⇢ The best PS5 deals for August 2023 include discounts on console bundles with games and accessories, with the standard PS5 console currently available at a rare $50 discount and various bundles at new lows.
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# TESLA VINFAST EV
View Document FINANCE.YAHOO Honda Accord the only midsize sedan to get the top score in new safety test ARSTECHNICA Public EV charging keeps getting worse, according to new study THEGLOBEANDMAIL Texas approves plan to mandate Tesla tech for EV chargers despite opposition More ▼
⇢ The Honda Accord received the highest safety rating for rear-seat passengers among six midsize sedans in a new crash test conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).
# TRUMP GEORGIA INDICTMENT
Bruce Willis��s wife opens up about the realities of caretaking: ‘I’m not good’╎aolPBS A former fundraiser for Rep. Santos has been charged with wire fraud and identity theft MEDIAITE Trump Cites New Poll To Proclaim ‘It’s Over’ For Ron DeSantis: ‘Go Home To Florida!’ SEMAFOR Georgia DA wants Trump trial to start on March 4, 2024 More ▼
⇢ Emma Heming Willis, wife of actor Bruce Willis, opens up about the challenges of being a caregiver for her husband who has frontotemporal dementia, and encourages other caregivers to prioritize self-care and find support.
# UKRAINE RUSSIAN RUSSIA
Vladimir Putin to hold meeting on Russian currency controls after rouble slide╎ftMARKETS.BUSINESSINSIDER Russia’s ruble spikes as Putin and officials mull ways to prop up the currency after it dropped below a penny this week BLOOMBERG How the Ruble and Russia’s Economy Have Been Stressed by Sanctions THEWEEK How the collapse of the ruble could impact the war in Ukraine More ▼
⇢ The Russian ruble jumped 5% against the dollar as President Vladimir Putin considers implementing capital controls to prop up the currency after it crashed to less than a penny earlier this week.
# AI GENERATIVE GOOGLE
Sources: Eric Schmidt is building an organization to tackle scientific challenges with the help of AI, with funding coming mostly from his…╎semaforBARRONS General Motors Believes AI Can Help It Beat Tesla. The Stock Is Down FT The UK plans to host an AI summit in November 2023 with “like-minded” countries, academics, and executives from DeepMind, Microsoft,… NYTIMES The Desperate Hunt for the A.I. Boom’s Most Indispensable Prize More ▼
⇢ Eric Schmidt is building an organization, funded mostly by his personal wealth, to tackle scientific challenges using AI, with a focus on biotech, as breakthroughs in computer science and lab research have made AI more accessible to researchers.
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# TIKTOK USERS TWITTER
NYC bans TikTok on city-owned devices╎thevergeCNBC TweetDeck, renamed X Pro, now requires a subscription SOCIALMEDIATODAY New TikTok Bans in the US Could Re-Ignite Fears of Broader Restrictions TECHCRUNCH X, formerly Twitter, now sorts posts by like count on profiles when signed out More ▼
⇢ The City of New York has banned TikTok on all city-owned devices due to security concerns, adding to the growing list of federal and state bans on the app, which could potentially lead to a broader ban in the US.
# MAUI HAWAII LAHAINA
Hawaii braces for crushing wildfire death toll with estimated 1,300 missing╎axiosWSJ Biden to Travel to Hawaii to Survey Wildfire Damage SEMAFOR Bottom Line: Is an overheated planet the ‘new normal’? ZEROHEDGE Texas Population Growth Drives Record Electricity Use More ▼
⇢ Over 1,000 people are still missing a week after historic wildfires in Hawaii, with the death toll expected to rise as search and recovery efforts continue in the devastated town of Lahaina on Maui.
# FAIN UNION AMAZON
Taylor Swift fan frustration continues as RBC Avion ticket codes go fast╎cbc.caSEATTLETIMES Teamsters add their heft to dozens of Amazon delivery drivers picketing around the country BUSINESSINSIDER Hulu + Live TV includes over 90 channels, Disney Plus, and ESPN Plus for $70 a month NYTIMES New Union Leaders Take a Harder Line More ▼
⇢ Canadian Taylor Swift fans are frustrated and disappointed as they were unable to secure tickets for her upcoming world tour, with demand far exceeding supply and many fans being waitlisted for tickets.
# CAPITALGAINS TAX MEDICARE
Building Self-Confidence as an Entrepreneur: 7 Tried-and-True Tips╎incI.REDD.IT What do I do? Zero experience…was trying to learn but can’t grasp the market FINANCE.YAHOO Ask an Advisor: ‘How Can I Mitigate This Situation?’ My Tax Bill Is Huge Because My Investment Accounts Don’t Withhold Capital Gains WSJ So, You Want to Be a Tax Whistleblower More ▼
⇢ The individual is seeking advice on how to mitigate their large tax bill caused by their investment accounts not withholding taxes from capital gains.
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# FRANCISCO SANFRANCISCO SAN
The Brooklyn landlord everyone hates could soon come to your neighborhood. Tenants warn these private equity groups are raising rent and…╎aolDAILYMAIL.CO.UK Luxury San Francisco store Gump’s says it could be forced to close WSJ A California Home Modeled After Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater Lists for $24.998 Million BUSINESSINSIDER People would rather work anywhere but the office More ▼
⇢ Private equity firms have purchased hundreds of smaller apartment buildings in gentrifying neighborhoods in Brooklyn and Queens, leading to sharp rent increases and maintenance issues for tenants.
# ENERGYTRANSFER CRESTWOOD TRANSFER
Teck, Norden to Seek Reduced Freight Emissions of CO2╎wsjBLOOMBERG Brazil to Cap Carbon Emissions for Large Polluting Companies MARKETWATCH Pipeline giant Energy Transfer buying Crestwood Equity Partners in unit-for-unit deal FT Energy Transfer to buy Crestwood for $7.1bn in latest US pipeline deal More ▼
⇢ Energy Transfer has agreed to acquire Crestwood Equity Partners in a $7.1 billion deal, expanding its footprint in the oil and gas pipeline business and gaining access to new shale basins and crude-gathering capacity.
# IRELAND BANKIRELAND WITHDRAW
Bank of Ireland warns money withdrawn during IT blunder will be debited as online services restored╎independent.ieGIZMODO Bank of Ireland ATM Glitch Hands Out ‘Free’ Money CNN Banking glitch allows customers to withdraw money they don’t have BLOOMBERG Bank of Ireland Fixes Glitch That Gave Customers ‘Free’ Cash More ▼
⇢ Bank of Ireland experienced a glitch in their system that allowed customers to withdraw money without affecting their balance, prompting a rush of customers to ATMs before the issue was resolved.
# SOUTHWEST AIRPORT AIRLINES
Orlando, Florida, debuts self-driving shuttle that will whisk passengers around downtown╎apnewsCHICAGOTRIBUNE American Airlines flight aborts takeoff when Spirit Airlines jet gets too close NBCBOSTON ‘Concerning’: Passenger speaks out after plane has to abort takeoff on Boston Logan runway NBCNEWS Dax Shepard and Kristen Bell respond to ‘hostile’ comments about being stranded at airport More ▼
⇢ An American Airlines flight had to abort its takeoff at Boston’s Logan International Airport when a Spirit Airlines jet got too close to the runway, prompting an investigation by the FAA.
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# STUDENT LOAN STUDENTLOAN
Apollo Global to offer fixed-rate resettable junior subordinated notes╎seekingalphaFINANCE.YAHOO 800,000 borrowers are set to get their student loans forgiven BOSTONHERALD How the FAFSA simplification can impact your financial aid BLOOMBERG Banks Lost Big on Apollo Buyout Debt. Interest Eased the Pain More ▼
⇢ Over 800,000 student loan borrowers with a combined $39 billion in federal student loan debt will have their loans forgiven by the Biden administration due to flaws in the income-driven repayment system.
# OHER TUOHYS TUOHY
Court watchdog files complaint against a judge who ordered ‘religious-liberty training’ for lawyers╎seattletimesAPNEWS Court watchdog files complaint against a judge who ordered ‘religious-liberty training’ for lawyers ABCNEWS.GO Tuohys’ lawyers to respond to Michael Oher’s accusations as he fights conservatorship NBCNEWS New Jersey high court sides with Catholic school over teacher fired for premarital sex More ▼
⇢ Lawyers for Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy, the couple who inspired the movie “The Blind Side,” are set to respond to former NFL player Michael Oher’s accusations that they enriched themselves at his expense as he fights for control of his finances.
# ARGENTINA NPR RODRIGUEZ
Guatemala’s presidential run-off will be ‘test for democracy’╎reutersBLOOMBERG Argentina’s Milei Vows to Pay Country’s Debt While Shuttering the Central Bank FT Argentina’s Milei aims to balance budget within months, adviser says SEMAFOR What to expect from Zimbabwe’s elections More ▼
⇢ Guatemalan anti-corruption campaigner Bernardo Arevalo is favored to win the presidential run-off, which could signal a new era for the country after years of democratic decline and corruption.
# KOREA TALIBAN NORTHKOREA
UN envoy says ICC should prosecute Taliban for crimes against humanity for denying education, employment to women╎pbsVOX A US soldier has “willfully” crossed into North Korea. Here’s what we know REUTERS Pakistan crowd vandalises churches, torches homes after two accused of blasphemy 247WALLST The 25 Deadliest American Snipers of All Time More ▼
⇢ The UN special envoy for global education, Gordon Brown, has called for the International Criminal Court to prosecute Taliban leaders for denying education and employment to Afghan women, stating that it should be considered a crime against humanity.
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# IPHONE APPLE BUTTON
Apple Supplier Foxconn Begins iPhone 15 Production in India╎bloombergCNBC iPhone 15 production begins in India as Apple aims to diversify from China: Report MACRUMORS New iPhone Starts Production Outside China Prior to Announcement for First Time BLOOMBERG Sources: Foxconn’s Tamil Nadu plant in India plans to deliver new iPhone 15s only weeks after Chinese factories; previously, output lagged… More ▼
⇢ Apple supplier Foxconn has started production of the iPhone 15 in India as part of Apple’s efforts to diversify its manufacturing away from China, amid tensions between the US and China, according to Bloomberg.
# CANNABIS MARIJUANA HUNTING
GOP-Backed Initiative To Repeal Medical Marijuana In South Dakota One Step Closer To 2024 Ballot╎benzingaBLOOMBERG Why States Are Weighing New Regulations Around Marijuana MARIJUANAMOMENT Ohio Could See $404 Million In Annual Marijuana Tax Revenue If Voters Approve Legalization This November, Analysis Finds KSDK State orders Missouri marijuana dispensaries to pull certain products from shelves More ▼
⇢ A GOP-backed initiative in South Dakota to repeal the state’s medical marijuana program is one step closer to appearing on the 2024 ballot, with the state Attorney General releasing a final summary for the proposal.
# INDONESIA WIDODO COAL
India Approves $7 Billion Plan to Electrify Public Transport╎bloombergSEATTLETIMES Indonesia’s leader says it can join leading economies by 2045 if it continues educational reforms ABCNEWS.GO Indonesia’s leader says it can join leading economies by 2045 if it continues educational reforms ASIA.NIKKEI Jokowi urges next leader to maintain commodity policies
⇢ Indonesia’s president, Joko Widodo, has called for continued educational reforms in order to turn the country into one of the world’s largest economies by 2045, with a per capita income of $25,000.
# TRUPANION PET INSURANCE
Can dogs get COVID? Yes, and they’re not the only pet that can╎aolNBCNEWS Pet insurance is becoming more popular, but is it worth it? BBC.CO.UK Admiral car insurance loses thousands of customers VOX Americans can’t afford their pets. It’s pushing animal shelters to the brink More ▼
⇢ Dogs can get COVID-19 and can spread the virus to humans, but cases are relatively rare, with 174 reported worldwide, and the CDC recommends avoiding close contact with pets when sick.
# SUDAN NIGERIA NIGER
Ivanhoe to Trial Angola Rail Export Route for Congo Copper╎bloombergWSJ Inside Europe’s Mining Boom FT More than 4mn Sudanese displaced by ‘senseless’ war, UN warns SEMAFOR UN warns of mounting humanitarian crisis in Sudan
⇢ The United Nations warns of a mounting humanitarian crisis in Sudan as the war between the army and a paramilitary force continues, with over a million people fleeing the country and millions more facing displacement and food shortages.
# BARBIE BOXOFFICE FILM
‘Barbie’ tops ‘The Dark Knight’ to become Warner Bros.’ biggest movie ever at the American box office╎edition.cnnNBCNEWS ‘Barbie’ beats Batman, becomes Warner Bros.′ highest-grossing domestic release CNBC ‘Barbie’ beats Batman, becomes Warner Bros.’ highest-grossing domestic release AXIOS The growing list of countries banning the “Barbie” movie More ▼
⇢ Margot Robbie is set to earn $50 million in salary and box office bonuses for her role in and production of the film “Barbie,” which has grossed over $1 billion at the global box office.
# DIRECTORS NEXTDOOR KILGORE
2 Pinterest directors resign from Nextdoor’s board in response to antitrust enforcement efforts╎seattletimesABCNEWS.GO 2 Pinterest directors resign from Nextdoor’s board in response to antitrust enforcement efforts BLOOMBERG Two directors quit Nextdoor after the DOJ raised concerns over also serving on Pinterest’s board; filing says Leslie Kilgore and Andrea…
⇢ Two directors, Leslie Kilgore and Andrea Wishom, resigned from Nextdoor on August 1 after the Department of Justice expressed concerns about their simultaneous service on Pinterest’s board.
# NEWSPAPER SEIZED KANSAS
Kansas prosecutor says material seized in police raid of Marion County newspaper should be returned╎pbsWSJ Authorities to Return Materials Seized From Kansas Newspaper NYTIMES Authorities to Return Items Seized in Kansas Newspaper Raid EDITION.CNN Video: Kansas newspaper owner and publisher talks to about office raid More ▼
⇢ The prosecutor in Marion County, Kansas, has stated that all seized material from a police raid on a local newspaper should be returned, as there is insufficient evidence to establish a connection between the alleged crime and the items seized.
STOCKTWITS
HE Hawaiian…BAOS Baosheng Media…CSCO Cisco Systems, Inc.STNE StoneCo LtdWOLF Wolfspeed IncWMT Walmart IncSPY SPDR S&P 500 ETFWETG WeTrade GroupSNPS Synopsys, Inc.TLT BlackRock…TGT Target CorpHKD AMTD Digital Inc – ADRCMPS COMPASS PathwaysTSLY YieldMax TSLA…LLY Lilly(Eli) & CoAVT Avnet Inc.AMCR Amcor PlcFREY FREYR BatteryNVGS Navigator Holdings LtdUSO United States Oil FundSCS Steelcase, Inc….COHR Coherent CorpPYCR Paycor HCM Inc
# WORLDCUP AUSTRALIA CUP
Australia 1-3 England: Lionesses see off co-hosts to set up Spain showdown in their first Women’s World Cup final╎cnbcPBS England tops Australia 3-1 to move into Women’s World Cup final against Spain FT England beat co-hosts Australia to reach Women’s World Cup final NBCNEWS England beats Australia 3-1 to move into Women’s World Cup final More ▼
⇢ England defeated Australia 3-1 in the Women’s World Cup semi-final, securing their spot in the final against Spain and making history as they reach their first ever final in the tournament.
# CRUISE BUS TOWING
Cruise self-driving taxi gets wheels stuck in wet cement╎theregisterBLOOMBERG Urban Highways Cost Billions in Lost Home Value, Property Taxes SILICONVALLEY Opinion: California cities lose money, harm citizens with ‘poverty tows’ CNBC Roundabouts are safer than traffic lights. So why are there so few in the U.S.? More ▼
⇢ A self-driving taxi operated by Cruise got its wheels stuck in wet cement in San Francisco, highlighting the challenges faced by AI in distinguishing between different road surfaces.
# MUSEUM EIFFEL BRITISHMUSEUM
British Museum Fires Employee After Gems, Gold Jewelry Stolen╎wsjABCNEWS.GO British Museum says staff member dismissed after items were found to be missing, stolen or damaged SEMAFOR British Museum fires staff member over stolen and damaged goods NYTIMES Two American Tourists Caught Sleeping in the Eiffel Tower
⇢ A staff member at the British Museum has been dismissed after items dating back to the 15th century B.C. were found to be missing, stolen, or damaged, prompting an independent review of security and efforts to recover the stolen items.
# BOOK BOOKS AMAZON
Amazon potential FTC lawsuit gets pilled on by letter about monopoly of book market╎thestreetMEDIAITE Reviewers Blast Jordan Peterson Book for Misleading Edits to Make Their Negative Reviews Sound Glowing POLITICO ‘Red, White and Royal Blue’ Is an OK Rom-Com NYTIMES The Authors Guild, American Booksellers Association, and Open Markets Institute urge the DOJ and the FTC to investigate Amazon’s… More ▼
⇢ Critics accuse Jordan Peterson’s publishers of misrepresenting their negative reviews of his book, Beyond Order, by reframing them as positive blurbs on the paperback version’s back cover.
WIKIPEDIA CURRENT EVENTS
August 16
Armed conflicts and attacks
- 2023 Sudan conflict
- Battle of Geneina
- More than 1,000 bodies are discovered in 30 mass graves within the RSF-occupied city of Geneina in West Darfur, Sudan, by civil leaders. (Radio Dabanga)
- 2023 Sudanese refugee crisis
- Battle of Geneina
- Libyan Crisis
- The death toll from fighting in Tripoli between the 444 brigade and the Special Deterrence Force increases to 55 people, with 146 more injured. The fight ended yesterday after the release of a commander. (Al Jazeera)
- Islamist insurgency in the Sahel
- Jihadist insurgency in Niger
- Seventeen soldiers are killed and 20 more injured during an ambush against a military vehicle in {{ill|Koutougou, Niger|ceb|Koutougou|lt=Koutougou}}, Niger. (Al Jazeera)
- Jihadist insurgency in Niger
- Russian invasion of Ukraine
- 2022–2023 western Russia attacks
- Russia’s Federal Security Service says that it has eliminated four Ukrainian fighters that was part of a sabotage group from infiltrating the border near the Starodubsky District in the Bryansk Oblast. (AFP via Al Arabiya)
- 2023 Ukrainian counteroffensive
- Ukraine recaptures the village of Urozhaine from Russian forces. (CNN)
- 2022–2023 western Russia attacks
- A Muslim mob storms a Christian area in Jaranwala, Punjab, Pakistan, burning a church, damaging two others and demolishing the house of a man after accusing him of desecrating the pages of a Quran. (AP)
Business and economy
- Economy of the Netherlands
- The Netherlands‘ statistics office reports the country has entered a recession after the economy declined by 0.3% in the second quarter with exports and household spending falling despite rising interest rates intended to lower inflation. (AP)
- Economic impact of the Russian invasion of Ukraine
- The Hong Kong-flagged Joseph Schulte becomes the first cargo ship to depart from the Port of Odesa, Ukraine‘s largest seaport, using new Black Sea shipping lanes, despite Russia‘s prior threats against vessels following its withdrawal from the Black Sea Grain Initiative. (AFP via Manila Bulletin)
Disasters and accidents
- 2023 Hawaii wildfires
- The Lahaina Bypass reopens to traffic in west Maui, Hawaii, United States, after closing for a week due to the wildfires. (KHON-TV)
- The death toll from the August 14 landslide at a jade mine in Hpakant, Kachin, Myanmar, rises to 31, with eight people still missing. (AFP via Bangkok Post)
- The death toll from the August 14 explosion in San Cristobal, Dominican Republic, increases to 25, after fourteen more people are found dead. (AP)
Law and crime
- North Korea–United States relations
- The Korean Central News Agency confirms United States Army soldier Travis King has been detained for illegal entry, claiming “alleged racism” within the U.S. Army and seeking refugee status in the country. (Reuters)
Politics and elections
- Aftermath of the 2023 Thai general election
- The Constitutional Court of Thailand dismisses the petitions on election winner Pita Limjaroenrat‘s renomination as prime minister, allowing a new round of leadership election in the National Assembly to take place as early as August 18. (AFP via The Manila Times)
- Vanuatu Prime Minister Ishmael Kalsakau survives a no-confidence vote, with the opposition falling one vote short to oust him. (Reuters)
Sports
- 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup
- The current European champions England advance to the FIFA Women’s World Cup final for the first time after defeating co-host Australia 3–1 in the semi-final. They will play against fellow first-time finalists Spain. (CNN)
Quote Highlight:
“In the midst of data-driven decisions, let us not forget the intangible facets that make business a deeply human endeavor.”
JANE DOE, CEO OF BEACON INNOVATIONS
The Gig Economy’s Evolution: The Ascent of Fractional Work
The gig economy, once hailed as a disruptive force, is undergoing an evolution of its own. The rise of fractional work, a concept where individuals contribute their expertise to multiple projects simultaneously, challenges conventional notions of full-time employment. As professionals embrace autonomy and diverse income streams, businesses are compelled to adapt to a workforce that prioritizes flexibility and purpose.
Navigating Regulatory Labyrinths: Tech Titans Encounter Global Scrutiny
Even giants stumble when regulatory hurdles emerge on a global scale. Tech titans that once seemed invincible are now navigating intricate regulatory labyrinths, facing increased scrutiny from governments around the world. This clash between innovation and oversight raises pivotal questions about the delicate balance between progress and accountability. Can technological innovation coexist harmoniously with the demands of ethical governance?
Conclusion: The Tapestry of Transformation
August 16, 2023, has etched its mark as a day of transformation, where business headlines unfurl tales of mergers and revolutions, ethics and innovation, challenges and triumphs. As we delve into these narratives, we become voyeurs to the intricate dance of commerce, witnessing the ever-shifting dynamics that mold our economic landscape.
