Business Update

Their union objected to the unilateral policy change. Starbucks said the disruption has been minimal. Source link

The downgrade means that each of the three major credit rating firms no longer gives the United States its best rating. Source link

Many airlines, hotels and analysts are forecasting a downbeat tourism season in America, as threats of tariffs and unpopular policy decisions take their toll. Source link

In an internal memo to staff on Friday, Jerome H. Powell, the chair of the central bank, said the institution would offer a voluntary deferred resignation program. Source link

Seth Miller, a state lawmaker in New Hampshire, placed billboard ads protesting Avelo Airlines’ decision to operate deportation flights for the federal government. Avelo accused him of copyright infringement. Source link

The Danish drugmaker, which makes Ozempic and Wegovy, has seen its stock tumble as competition in the weight-loss drug market has grown fiercer. Source link

Even though most Americans may see lower taxes, Republicans’ spending cuts could outweigh those benefits and leave some worse off. Source link

An additional 276,000 people filed for Social Security benefits so far this fiscal year, up 13% from a year ago. Anxiety appears to be a driver. Source link

Questions about the credit for a famous photograph from the Vietnam War have divided the photojournalism community for months. Source link

The combination, which must pass muster with antitrust authorities, would create one of the biggest TV and internet providers in the United States. Source link