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Trump Rescinds Biden Order on $2 Prescription Drugs

President Trump rolled back a Biden administration executive order aimed at lowering prescription drug prices, potentially scrapping an initiative to make generic drugs available to Medicare patients for $2 per prescription.

Argentina Cuts Soybean and Corn Yield Forecasts Amid Drought, Heat

Argentina Cuts Soy, Corn Crop Estimates on Drought, Heat

CNN to Lay Off 6% of Workforce, Invest $70 Million in Digital Transformation

CNN is laying off 6% of its workforce (around 200 staffers) to invest in its digital transformation, including a new streaming service, website refresh, and focus on digital ads.

Slight Rise in US Jobless Claims Points to Solid January Hiring

US jobless claims rise slightly as solid job growth likely continued in January

Salesforce CEO takes new swipe at Microsoft over AI rivalry

Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff criticizes Microsoft's AI products, claiming they have disappointed users. Salesforce's AI bots, Agentforce, are gaining popularity with companies like FedEx, IBM, and Accenture. Despite the optimism surrounding AI agents, some analysts remain skeptical about Salesforce's ability to monetize Agentforce.

3 Essential Tips for Aspiring Small Business Owners

Small business owners: Get tips on customer targeting, budgeting, and launching your business from serial entrepreneur Phaon Spurlock on Living Not So Fabulously, a podcast by Yahoo Finance.

Top Tips for Aspiring Entrepreneurs: A Guide to Small Business Success

Listen to our podcast Living Not So Fabulously to learn three business tips from entrepreneur Phaon Spurlock: find 25 data points on potential customers, create and keep a budget, and just launch your business.

Trump Tariffs Cast a Shadow Over Apparel Retailers

US retailer Ralph Lauren warns tariffs on China could hurt business, but shares of the company have risen over the past three months as investors bet on the company's ability to navigate any headwinds.

US Tariffs Threaten Iron Ore, Base Metals Recovery

Base metals and iron ore prices dropped after President Trump threatened tariffs on goods imported from China.

Vietnam Ready to 'Handle' Relationship With Biden Administration, PM Says

Vietnam Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh discusses the nation's growth aspirations, trade relations with the US, and plans for AI and semiconductor development.