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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Trump Tariff Increase 2024 Sparks Market Jitters After Deadline Passes

I've been covering market reactions since the early hours, and Wall Street's…

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Unilever Ice Cream Division Spinoff Boosts Sales Beyond Forecasts

The long-anticipated separation of Unilever's ice cream business is already paying dividends…

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Canaan Bitcoin Investment Strategy Unveiled with New Crypto Holdings

The crypto mining hardware maker Canaan Inc. recently unveiled a significant strategy…

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US GDP Growth Q2 2024 Hits 3% Amid Trade Policy Uncertainty

The American economy showed remarkable resilience in the second quarter of 2024,…

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Harley-Davidson Finance Unit Investment Boosts Stock After KKR, Pimco Deal

Harley-Davidson Shares Rev Up on Private Equity Deal for Finance Arm The…

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Klarna EMI License Approval Expands Financial Services

Swedish financial giant Klarna has secured a significant regulatory milestone with its…

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Luxury Brand Pop-Up Strategy Drives Montauk General Store Growth

The champagne bottles pop. The summer crowds gather. And another seasonal pop-up…

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Bain South Africa Corruption Scandal Forces Exit

The corruption scandal that has engulfed Bain & Company's South African operations…

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Capital One Q2 2025 Earnings Report Misses Targets Amid Revenue Decline

Capital One Financial Corporation released disappointing second quarter results yesterday, falling short…

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Trump SNAP Cuts Impact Local Grocers

The implementation of the Trump administration's sweeping changes to the Supplemental Nutrition…

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MSCI Unveils AI-Driven ESG Risk Assessment with Geospatial Strategy

The global financial landscape is undergoing a profound transformation as environmental, social,…

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US EU Trade Deal Market Impact Sparks Market Rally

Markets soared Thursday as the United States and European Union struck a…

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Euro Rise After US-EU Trade Deal Calms Investor Nerves

The euro edged higher on Thursday as markets welcomed a tentative trade…

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Denver Pastor Couple Indicted in Crypto Fraud Exceeding $1M

A prominent Denver ministry faces an uncertain future as its founding couple…

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Spotify Stock Price Target Upgrade 2024: Keybanc Raises Forecast to $860

The streaming audio giant Spotify Technology just received another vote of confidence…

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Crypto Real Estate Transactions Surge in Florida Communities

The sleepy fishing village of Cortez on Florida's Gulf Coast seems an…

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Windtree Therapeutics Crypto Investment Surges with $700M BNB Strategy

The pharmaceutical landscape witnessed an unexpected development yesterday as Windtree Therapeutics announced…

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Future of Global Business Trends: Expert Insight on Navigating Change

The global business landscape stands at a critical inflection point, balancing precariously…

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Private Job Seeker Support Groups Help Laid-Off Workers Find Jobs, Cope

The pandemic-era upheaval in labor markets hasn't ended—it's evolved. As major companies…

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Digital Contracting in Equipment Finance Surges Amid Better Financing Climate

The equipment finance industry is experiencing a notable shift toward digital contracting…

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CFO Finance Software for Unified Operations Launched by Paylocity

The modern financial executive faces a growing challenge: managing increasingly complex operations…

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Wingspire Corporate Finance Loan 2024 Hits $500M Record

In a financial landscape still navigating post-pandemic uncertainties, Wingspire Capital has emerged…

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Development Finance Corporation Reauthorization Critical for U.S. Global Strategy

The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) stands at a critical crossroads…

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Free AI Tools for Small Business Spotlighted at Strategy Event This Week

The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence tools has created both opportunity and…

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Global Business Travel Forecast 2025: Spending to Reach $1.57 Trillion

The business travel industry continues its remarkable post-pandemic recovery trajectory, with global…

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Prevent Employee Frustration in Workplace to Protect Business Success

Prevent Employee Frustration in Workplace to Protect Business Success The cost of…

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B Riley Financial Stock Surge Nears 100% After Tumultuous Period

Shares of B. Riley Financial staged a dramatic comeback this week, surging…

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Tech Earnings Impact on Stock Market as Markets Edge Up Amid Tariff Risks

Wall Street remains on edge this week as investors balance a packed…

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WPTG Top4 Technology Acquisition Finalized by Marketing Innovator

In a strategic move that signals growing consolidation in the digital marketing…

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ECB Interest Rate Forecast 2024: What’s Next After Eight Cuts?

The European Central Bank stands at a critical juncture as policymakers weigh…

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EU Climate Tech Funding Africa: €250K Offered for Innovation Projects

The European Union has launched a significant new funding initiative aimed at…

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US Consumer Spending Trends 2024: Bankers Say Consumers Holding Strong Amid Economic Shifts

Despite persistent inflation and elevated interest rates, American consumers continue to demonstrate…

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Amazon Cloud Growth Stock Forecast Fuels Surge, Says Analyst

The digital landscape continues to reshape our economy, and nowhere is this…

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Beverage Industry Financial Strategies Fueling Success of Leading Brands

The beverage industry's financial landscape has transformed dramatically in recent years, with…

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MBA Programs Character Development Over Profit Focus

I've been covering business education for over 15 years, and I've never…

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In-N-Out Heiress Relocation Tennessee Sparks Business Exit Debate

The announcement that In-N-Out Burger heiress Lynsi Snyder will relocate to Tennessee…

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Robinhood Stock Surge Mirrors AI Crypto Market Rally

Robinhood's meteoric rise this year tells a compelling story about today's market…

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Regions Financial Q2 2025 Earnings Beat Forecasts with Strategic Gains

Regions Financial Corporation surprised market watchers yesterday, posting second-quarter earnings that exceeded…

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Ally Financial Q2 2025 Earnings Report Shows Auto Finance Growth

Ally Financial posted stronger-than-expected quarterly earnings yesterday, signaling renewed momentum in its…

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Bridging Finance CEO Trading Ban Appeal Challenges Lifetime Ruling

The financial world is watching closely as David Sharpe, former CEO of…

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