Business Update

The governing party’s unexpected choice of Sanae Takaichi to lead it rattled markets on Monday, causing the yen to weaken and sending Japanese stocks sharply higher. Source link

Costco members will pay $499 a month out of pocket, the same price offered at CVS and Walmart, and on the manufacturer’s direct-to-consumer website. Source link

“The Official Release Party of a Showgirl” drastically outperformed “The Smashing Machine,” a vehicle for Dwayne Johnson, known to fans as the Rock. Source link

Prediction markets like Kalshi, once known for offering wagers on elections, are now in the multibillion-dollar sports betting business and outside the reach of state regulations and taxes. Source link

Saudi Arabia, the de facto leader of the oil cartel, sees advantages in increasing output despite market risks. Source link

Once the darling of the alcohol industry, small-batch beer makers are shutting down because of increased competition and flagging interest. Source link

Why does anyone expect me to get anything done amid the noise and constant pings of my workplace? Source link

Some underground attractions are closed, and many outdoor sites have reduced their services. Source link

Overcoming poverty and prejudice, she was the first Black woman to be hired as a television reporter in the region and later became a popular anchor. Source link

Many drug trials are vetted by companies with ties to the drugmakers, raising concerns about conflicts of interest and patient safety. Source link