Recently, TGI Fridays and Hostmore, the chain’s U.K. franchisee, have announced an all-share deal valued at 177 million pounds, or $220 million. This merger will result in TGI Fridays being publicly traded on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker “TGIF.” The company’s headquarters will remain in Dallas, Texas, for its U.S. and global brand
United Airlines recently announced a significant adjustment to its aircraft-delivery expectations for the year, citing delays from Boeing as the primary reason. The airline now anticipates receiving only 61 new narrow-body planes in the current year, a sharp decline from the original estimate of 101. This decision comes amidst a series of challenges faced by
The Biden administration recently unveiled a new draft text of its student loan forgiveness proposal, which aims to provide relief to millions of borrowers burdened by student debt. This proposal marks a significant step towards addressing the challenges in the higher education system and fulfilling the administration’s promises. One of the crucial aspects of the
Dr. Martens, the iconic shoemaker, experienced a drastic 30% plunge in its shares on Tuesday, hitting a record low. The company flagged a challenging outlook for 2025 due to weaker revenues. The London Stock Exchange temporarily suspended trading in the company shares following an unscheduled trading update, reflecting the severity of the situation. By the
Boeing recently faced allegations from one of its engineers, Sam Salehpour, who claimed that the company took shortcuts in the production of its 787 Dreamliner and 777 aircraft. Salehpour stated that the assembly of the 787 placed excessive stress on airplane joints, potentially reducing the lifespan of the planes. These serious allegations raised concerns about
When it comes to retirement planning, many Americans have a specific figure in mind – $1.46 million. This number has been steadily increasing, reflecting the rising cost of living in recent years. While having a target number may seem like a good starting point, experts caution against placing too much emphasis on this figure. According
Peloton recently made the decision to remove its unlimited free-membership tier on its fitness app, just under a year after its initial launch. The company stated that the initiative was not effectively converting users into paid subscribers, leading to its elimination. This change occurred within the past few weeks, signaling a shift in Peloton’s business
The college admission cycle has proven to be exceptionally challenging for students this year. With National College Decision Day fast approaching, many students are still in the dark about their financial situation due to ongoing issues with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This lack of clarity is putting immense pressure on high
The market is currently in the process of rebounding from the selloff that occurred on Friday. This rebound is fueled by a pullback in oil prices, driven by hopes that the conflict in the Middle East will not escalate further following Iran’s recent attacks on Israel. Despite a slight increase in consumer inflation, retail sales
The landscape of tax audits is shifting, with state tax collectors ramping up their efforts to target high earners. In New York alone, there were a staggering 771,000 audits in 2022, representing a significant 56% increase from the previous year. Surprisingly, this uptick in audits comes at a time when the number of auditors in