Utah has updated how it handles taxes for certain businesses and rentals. One big change makes a special tax rule for pass-through entities permanent. These are businesses where profits go to owners instead of being taxed at the company level. Now, those owners can keep using this tax setup without
The chief executive of the home‑improvement chain earned nearly $16. 2 million in 2025, a figure that stands out against the company’s modest profit drop during a sluggish housing market. His earnings were split into several parts: a $1. 4 million base salary, almost $9. 6 million in stock awards
The German chemical sector has agreed to push back salary increases until next January, a decision that reflects the strained business climate created by rising energy prices and global conflict. Under the new agreement, workers will see a 2. 1 % pay bump in early 2027 and another 2. 4 % a year l
The Transportation and Public Services board has officially endorsed a recommendation to reduce its staff. The decision follows a review of the department’s budget and operational needs. Board members argued that cutting positions will help balance financial constraints. This move is expected to af
Scott Wool, who started buying into a comic shop in 1987, now runs a small brick‑and‑mortar shop and a huge online presence. He has sold Pokémon cards, toys, comics, and sports memorabilia for over thirty years. After a near‑bankruptcy in 2013, his business began to thrive again, especially betwe
More companies are betting on digital personalities to push products. At first glance, it sounds futuristic—animated faces, synthetic voices, and storylines made to order. But the real question isn’t how new this idea is, but how well it actually works. Researchers tested three big levers that migh
You can buy a one‑year Sam’s Club card for only $15, down from the usual $50, if you act before March 29. The deal is not just about buying in bulk; it’s a way to cut down on errands and keep more time for yourself. A membership opens up a store full of groceries, household items, and seasonal
Netflix once partnered with Meghan Markle to launch a luxury flower line called As Ever and a home‑and‑lifestyle show that aired for two seasons. The brand sold premium arrangements priced over $200 each, while the series was meant to boost subscriber interest. Within a year of starting, Netflix
A new showroom for India’s popular Tanishq jewelry brand has opened in Westborough, Massachusetts, marking the company’s 10th U. S. location and its first in New England. The 4, 000‑square‑foot space opened on Dec. 4 and officially launched on March 6, offering a wide range of gold pieces for weddin
The Oliver family, who ran Dixon’s long‑standing corner shop for almost four decades, are closing their doors as they step into retirement. Their decision follows a careful search for a buyer of the building and an understanding that their remaining stock will run out by early April. Tim and Patty
