David Brooks

David is a business journalist based in New York City. A graduate of the Wharton School, David worked in corporate finance before transitioning to journalism. He specializes in analyzing market trends, reporting on Wall Street, and uncovering stories about startups disrupting traditional industries.
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College Investment Clubs Driving Finance Careers

College investment clubs have become essential training grounds for finance careers across…

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Asian Wealth Driving New SDG Funding Strategies

Asia's growing wealth is quickly becoming a game-changer for funding sustainable development…

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UK Youth Unemployment Crisis Triggers Business Leader Warnings

The UK's alarming youth unemployment figures have sparked serious concerns among business…

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Anchorage Small Business Impact from Trump Tariffs

The shifting landscape of international trade policy has created ripples that reach…

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Business School Professors Book Recommendations: Top Picks

The humble bookshelf often reveals more about business leaders than their polished…

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Scott Bessent Supports Trump Trade Negotiations Strategy

Scott Bessent, the Wall Street veteran and key financial advisor to former…

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Trump Tariffs Impact on Small Businesses: Owner Warns of Closure

The growing tension around Trump's proposed tariffs has small business owners across…

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Buy Stocks During Trade War Fears Say Wall Street Strategists

Wall Street's top minds are urging investors to see opportunity amid the…

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Trump Crypto Partnership Pakistan: Firm Joins Council for Blockchain Growth

The surprising alliance between former President Donald Trump's cryptocurrency venture and Pakistan's…

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Southeast Asia Crypto Crime Rings Exposed in UN Global Fraud Report

The shadows of Southeast Asia's dense urban centers hide a growing threat.…

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US Economic Downturn Forecast: When Will Americans See Impact?

The mood of American consumers is taking a sharp turn toward pessimism…

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Suze Orman Real Estate Investment Advice: Critical Mistake to Avoid

Rising mortgage rates have sparked a fundamental shift in how we should…

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Burrito Business Success India: How One Entrepreneur Built $23M Empire

When Alex Morgan packed his bags and left Chicago in 2017, his…

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2025 Holiday Tariffs Impact Small Businesses, Threaten Philly Sales

Philadelphia's small business owners are bracing for a rocky holiday season next…

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Wall Street Concerns Trump Banking Conference Grow

Wall Street executives are growing increasingly anxious about potential economic disruptions under…

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Provident Financial Q1 2025 Earnings Strong Despite Deposit Challenges

Provident Financial Services posted strong first quarter earnings for 2025, beating market…

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Cryptocurrency Energy Consumption Loopholes Fueling Environmental Damage

The cryptocurrency industry has a dirty secret hiding behind its innovation and…

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Financial Tips for Market Uncertainty: Expert Strategies

Financial markets have been on a wild ride lately. Stock swings, interest…

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Tesla Nvidia Stock Rally Lifts Nasdaq S&P 500 for Fourth Straight Day

The tech titans are flexing their muscles again. Wall Street watched Tesla…

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Search Fund Strategy Tips: Success Strategies and Common Pitfalls

Search Fund Strategy Tips: Success Strategies and Common Pitfalls The search fund…

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Finance Automation Strategies for CFOs Amid Hiring Constraints

The modern financial landscape is transforming rapidly as CFOs face mounting pressure…

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Intel CEO Restructuring Strategy Focuses on Leaner Teams, Productivity Overhaul

Intel's new CEO Pat Gelsinger is taking dramatic steps to reshape the…

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Capital Markets Carbon Reduction Financing Strategies

The financial world is undergoing a dramatic shift. Major banks and investment…

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Boulder Outdoor Industry Tariff Impact Raises Alarm for Local Brands

Boulder's outdoor industry giants are sounding alarm bells as new tariff proposals…

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Norfolk Southern Earnings Rise on Insurance Payout Windfall

Norfolk Southern reported stronger-than-expected quarterly earnings today, bolstered by a substantial insurance…

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Bajaj Finance Special Dividend FY25 Plans Under Review

Bajaj Finance, one of India's leading non-banking financial companies, announced yesterday that…

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Equipment Finance Growth March 2024 Surges Despite Economic Headwinds

Equipment finance activity showed remarkable resilience in March, climbing 8% year-over-year despite…

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SoftBank Cantor $3B Crypto Fund Launch Signals Policy Shift

The digital asset world just got a major confidence boost. Japanese tech…

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Tesla Q1 2025 Earnings Report Misses Expectations Despite Grim Forecasts

The electric vehicle giant Tesla reported its first-quarter earnings yesterday, falling short…

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Supabase Series D Funding 2024 Secures $200M, Reaches $2B Valuation

Open-source database startup Supabase just landed a massive cash infusion. The company…

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US Manufacturing Investment 2024 Surge as Major Firms Plan Expansion

The American factory floor is seeing a remarkable revival. Major companies have…

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Trump Tariffs Impact on Apparel Startups: Athleisure CEO Warns of Backfire

The push for higher tariffs on imported goods has gained momentum under…

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Inside San Francisco Hacker House Driving $2B Startup Funding

Inside the cramped Victorian home on a quiet San Francisco street, twenty-something…

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Capital One Discover Merger Approval Granted by Federal Reserve

The Federal Reserve Board has officially approved the merger between Capital One…

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Investor Sentiment Signals Market Volatility Despite Wall Street Calm

Wall Street might appear calm on the surface, but underneath, investors are…

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UnitedHealth Stock Drop After CEO Comments on ‘Unacceptable’ Results

UnitedHealth shares tumbled Friday in their worst performance since 1998, after CEO…

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Yahoo Finance Sector Performance Dashboard Tracks Real-Time Economic Trends

Investors seeking to understand market shifts now have a powerful tool at…

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Silver Lake Intel Altera Investment Forms Leading FPGA Firm

Private equity giant Silver Lake has struck a major deal with Intel,…

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C2FO Emerging Markets Expansion Funding Hits $30M

Kansas City-based financial technology firm C2FO has landed a substantial $30 million…

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Chinese Authorities Crypto Asset Sale Defies National Ban

Several Chinese local governments have begun selling confiscated cryptocurrency despite the country's…

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