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Missy Granger owned two businesses in Ruidoso: Z’s Bud Board and Z’s Bud Board’s Smoke Shop. Both of her stores were located at 200 Mechem Drive. “It’s hard to ask for help,” Granger said. “… You don’t realize. You don’t realize how proud you are until you need it. It’s hard to swallow that pride.” IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD: Local news from KOAT Action 7 News Granger and her family initially planned to help Ruidoso fire victims by collecting donations to give to those in need, but the flooding destroyed Granger’s business and now she’s asking tough questions. “They know this…

Tees is exploring sale options, a development that comes three years after the Altice-owned ad tech company sought to join a wave of post-COVID ad tech public offerings. The talks come ahead of a series of expected mergers and acquisitions in the industry, with sources telling Digiday that both private equity and strategic players are considering deals. In September, Tees owner Altice Europe reportedly retained Morgan Stanley to advise it on the sale of its ad tech assets, which it acquired for $307 million in 2017, and multiple sources told Digiday that talks have intensified in recent weeks. When asked…

Stay up to date with free updatesSimply sign up to the myFT digest on financial and markets regulation delivered straight to your inbox.Chief executives are quick to blame their woes on bureaucratic red tape: They say their companies would be more efficient and profitable if they could just get rid of time-consuming, pointless regulations.In the United States, that wish is on the verge of coming true. Late last month, six conservative justices on the Supreme Court handed down a tough ruling for American companies. The court majority overturned a 40-year-old precedent known as “Chevron deference,” which said judges must defer…

JHVE Photo Prudential Financial (NYSE:PRU) has performed well over the past year, with its shares up by about a third and hovering near 52-week highs thanks to an improving capital position and increased profitability from rising interest rates. I last covered PRU in March, rating the stock a Hold at the time. With a 7% capital yield, I felt the dividend was solid, but the stock would struggle to rise above $110. However, I was overly cautious. The stock has risen 12%, slightly outperforming the S&P 500’s 9% gain. I expect better results than before, and this seems to be…

Investing.com — Asian shares rose on Thursday, with Japanese shares soaring to a new high, as technology stocks surged on optimism about artificial intelligence following strong results from semiconductor giant TSMC. Regional stocks tracked an overnight rally on Wall Street, which saw stocks soar to record highs as comments from Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell sparked optimism about a soft landing for the U.S. economy and that interest rates would eventually fall this year. Chairman Powell’s comments will put attention on upcoming inflation data, which is likely to influence the Fed’s interest rate outlook. Tech, semiconductor stocks surge on TSMC’s…

Earned Wealth raised $200 million for its business advising doctors on their professional and personal finances. The company offers an interconnected platform where doctors can consult with wealth management experts on topics including financial planning, tax planning, wealth management and investments, Bloomberg reported on Wednesday, July 10. Earned Wealth was reportedly founded in 2021 and raised about $18 million in a funding round in 2023, at which point the company was valued at nearly $40 million. The company currently has more than 3,000 clients and $2 billion in assets under management, according to the report. Earned Wealth reportedly plans to…

CENTERVILLE — Proposed budget cuts and teacher cuts for Centreville City Schools were a hot topic among city residents Wednesday night.Residents gathered to hear the district’s proposal to cut more than 40 employees.The listening session, which included two presentations and several informal meetings to discuss school finances and possible future steps for additional funding for the district, was held in the Klein Elementary School auditorium.”I wouldn’t mind paying more in taxes for the district,” city resident Rachel Duvall told News Center 7. “Whether or not we think about the long-term impacts of that will obviously depend on how much the…

As the new school year approaches, having the right technology in place can significantly improve your students’ academic success and overall quality of life, whether they’re in elementary, high school, or college. While general school supplies are likely covered, don’t overlook essential technology. As classes become more and more dependent on the internet and digital tools, students need the latest technology. Consider upgrading your daily life with these innovative Xiaomi gadgets. Wearable Technology: Xiaomi Smart Kids Watch Xiaomi Smart Kids Watch is more than just a fun accessory: the built-in camera and microphone allow parents to stay in touch with…

Joel Hyatt (left) and Al Gore of Current TV accept the Interactive Television Service Award. [+] Emmy Awards (Photo by Frank Trapper/Corbis via Getty Images)Corbis via Getty Images For five years, the concept of “purpose” has been at the center of the American business debate, even as other timely concerns, such as fighting inflation, have emerged. Recall the famous decision in August 2019 by the Business Roundtable to formally redefine the overall purpose of corporations as promoting “an economy that works for all Americans.” Signed by 181 CEOs of the largest U.S. companies, the decision is based on the idea…

The Los Angeles Police Chief said this week that the number of reported burglaries in the city increased by 4% in 2024, with more than half of the locations targeted being homes. This contrasts with the spike in reported burglaries of commercial establishments and businesses last year. “These incidents are happening quickly,” Police Chief Dominic Choi told the Police Commission on Tuesday, explaining that thieves are evolving their methods to reduce their time on the scene. “The entire house does not appear to have been ransacked,” he said. “These high-value thieves know what they’re looking for and are in and…