Yearly Archives: 2025
Crisis Avoided at Key U.S. Ports
Paul Berger of The Wall Street Journal reports that U.S. dockworkers and shipping companies have reached a tentative labor deal, avoiding a strike that...
California Wildfires May Push Insurers Over the Edge, Experts Warn
Christopher Flavelle of The New York Times reports that the wildfires near Los Angeles could worsen California's struggling insurance market. Flavelle writes:
It’s too soon...
Warehouse Leasing Costs Surge as Pandemic Agreements Expire
Liz Young of The Wall Street Journal reports that warehouse tenants are experiencing significant rent increases as leases signed during the pandemic’s peak demand...
Freezing Cold Temps: Emergency Prep Too Late?
When it’s freezing outside, and the temperature doesn’t match your clothes, it’s time to think about preparing for the next freeze-up.
In times like these,...
A Market in Peril: Big Retailers Tighten Their Grip
Jinjoo Lee of The Wall Street Journal reports that big retailers like Costco, Walmart, and Amazon now control 17% of U.S. retail sales, up...