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LARRY KUDLOW: Financial markets are bullish on Trump

There’s a whiff of optimism in the air following President Trump’s decision to blockade Iran’s oil and money in order to bankrupt them and starve the regime out of power. Of course, Democrats oppose everything the president does, so they’re not on board. Yet the financial markets are looking much…

Disney lays off 1,000 employees across TV and film under new CEO

Disney confirmed that it would be laying off 1,000 employees across the company on Tuesday. “Over the past several months, we have looked at ways in which we can streamline our operations in various parts of the company to ensure we deliver the world-class creativity and innovation our fans value…

McDonald’s expands into specialty drinks with ‘dirty sodas,’ refreshers push

McDonald’s is moving deeper into the fast-growing specialty beverage market, expanding its menu with new “dirty sodas” and refreshers as consumer demand shifts beyond traditional soft drinks and coffee. The push underscores a broader strategy to tap higher-margin, customizable beverages as restaurant chains compete for younger consumers and incremental traffic…

Businesses shift to lower-regulation states as costs mount

A widening gap between heavily regulated states and those with lighter rules is increasingly shaping where businesses choose to operate, as compliance costs and administrative hurdles weigh on growth. JAMIE DIMON SAYS NEW YORK, OTHER CITIES FACE WORKER ‘EXODUS’ AS LAWMAKERS PUSH HIGHER TAXES FOX Business’ Madison Alworth joined FOX…