McDonald’s $5 value meal is coming in June — and staying for just a month
McDonald’s is set to offer a $5 value meal in the U.S., but only for a limited time. The promotion will include four items for $5 — a McChicken or McDouble,…
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Netflix ad-supported tier has 40 million monthly users, nearly double previous count
Netflix’s cheaper, ad-supported tier has amassed 40 million global monthly active users, the company said Wednesday. That’s nearly double the 23 million figure the streaming giant shared in January. Separately,…
United Airlines says FAA cleared it to start adding new aircraft, routes after safety review
United Airlines said the Federal Aviation Administration has cleared it to start adding new aircraft and routes months after the regulator stepped up its scrutiny of the carrier following several safety incidents. “Today,…
Walmart says more diners are buying its groceries as fast food gets pricey
Forget the drive-thru. Walmart wants diners to find a value meal in its grocery aisles. As fast food gets pricier, the nation’s largest grocer sees a sales opportunity. On a call with…
Walmart is laying off and relocating hundreds of corporate workers
Walmart is laying off hundreds of corporate workers across the country as it relocates many employees to its Arkansas headquarters. The big-box retailer confirmed the layoffs and relocations in a memo…
Meme stock mania is back: Why everyone is talking about GameStop, AMC and more again
Meme stocks are back. One day after an account associated with the phenomenon posted for the first time in years on the X social media platform, shares in companies that…
Netflix inks deal to stream its first NFL games on Christmas Day
Netflix will stream its first NFL games on Christmas Day. The streaming giant announced Wednesday that it will feature both Dec. 25 matchups scheduled for this year, with at least…
Dow slips for first losing day in nine as consumers’ expectations for inflation rise
The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped on Monday, snapping an eight-day winning streak, as traders grappled with rising inflation expectations ahead of key reports due later in the week. The 30-stock Dow…
Is it time to rethink the 4% retirement withdrawal rule? Experts weigh in
When it comes to spending money in retirement, there’s one rule of thumb — the 4% rule — that has persisted for decades. The 4% withdrawal rule calls for retirees to withdraw that portion…
Comcast to bundle Peacock, Netflix and Apple TV+ at a ‘vastly reduced price’
Get ready for the next cable-like streaming bundle: Comcast later this month will launch a three-way bundle — with Peacock, Netflix and Apple TV+ — offered at a deep discount, Comcast chief Brian Roberts said.…