Your Business in China May Be Uninsurable
Political-risk coverage is getting harder to find. #press
Everybody Hates Mitch McConnell
His unpopularity—for his effectiveness and being willing to compromise—is a grim sign of the times. #press
Saudi Aramco's Profit Drops, Hit by Lower Oil Prices, Output
The majority state-owned oil company boosted its dividend, highlighting the kingdom’s dependence on oil revenues. #press
Argentina's Ruling Peronists Await Defeat in Sunday Primary
With inflation at 116% and a weakening currency, the country considers conservative, business-friendly candidates, polls show. #press
New Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Filings -- Week Ending Aug. 6, 2023
A list of some new chapter 11 bankruptcy filings made during the last week. #press
Paramount to Sell Simon & Schuster to KKR for $1.62 Billion
The sale of the book publisher to the buyout firm comes less than a year after previous deal with Penguin Random House was blocked. #press
https://www.wsj.com/articles/paramount-para-q2-earnings-report-2023-b4308cc6?utm_source=press.coop
What Is Happening in Niger? What to Know About the Coup
The ouster of the elected president of Niger, a U.S. counterterrorism ally in West Africa, has prompted threats of a military intervention. #press
The White House's Gender Pay Gap
An analysis says women working for Biden earn 80 cents on the dollar. #press
https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-white-houses-gender-pay-gap-d5959dd4?utm_source=press.coop
Alexei Navalny Gets Another 19 Years
The Russian opposition figure is a reminder of the price of freedom. #press
https://www.wsj.com/articles/alexei-navalny-gets-another-19-years-dfc7e4db?utm_source=press.coop
A Gambit to Duck Supreme Court Review
You won’t believe this tale of ‘tester’ lawsuits, ‘mootness,’ and legal shenanigans in Acheson Hotels v. Laufer. #press
https://www.wsj.com/articles/a-gambit-to-duck-supreme-court-review-93c99aac?utm_source=press.coop
DeSantis Says 'Of Course' Trump Lost 2020 Election
The Florida governor further distances himself from the former president’s false claims about the race. #press
Private-Equity Firm KKR Swings to a Profit as Revenue Rebounds
KKR posted a profit on higher revenue in the second quarter as the buyout firm’s investment holdings recovered and the company boosted its assets under management. #press
The Luxe Market Letdown
Luxury home sales continue to decline, and the market is confronting its new reality: Not enough buyers and sellers. #press
https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-luxe-market-letdown-6eaba0de?utm_source=press.coop
Nikkei Up 0.4%, Led by Machinery, Shipping Stocks
Japanese stocks were higher in early trade, led by gains in machinery and shipping stocks, as hopes continue for earnings growth thanks partly to a weaker yen. #press
https://www.wsj.com/articles/australia-shares-set-to-rise-at-the-open-bb004772?utm_source=press.coop
Midnight Dog Walks, 1 a.m. Shopping: The Heat Has People Living at Night
As daytime temperatures soar, people are moving their daily activities to cooler nights. #press
https://www.wsj.com/articles/how-heat-changes-sleep-work-shopping-d3efe4d8?utm_source=press.coop
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It's one of the best investments of the past quarter century—and its only competition is your trash can #press
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Trump's Lawyers Argue Protective Order Would Violate His Free-Speech Rights
Prosecutors are seeking to protect witness testimony and other findings from disclosure beyond the defense team #press
https://www.wsj.com/articles/trump-indictment-protective-order-8a376d60?utm_source=press.coop
Oil Futures Rise, Buoyed by Saudi Production Cuts
Oil futures have climbed notably since late June as OPEC+ supply cuts force deficit conditions in oil markets, CBA said. #press
Corrections & Amplifications
Corrections & Amplifications #press
https://www.wsj.com/articles/corrections-amplifications-e99c7630?utm_source=press.coop
Warner Bros. Discovery to Make Sports and News Available on Streaming
Warner Bros. Discovery said it is working on bringing news and live sports to U.S. streaming platforms—a balancing act as it looks to increase its subscriber base without cannibalizing its ailing TV networks. #press