Public markets risk becoming a dumping ground for bad companies

Livingston, New Jersey (population 31,330) has always punched above its weight. Its residents have included Seinfeld’s Jason Alexander, my novelist brother Harlan, and Genovese crime family capo Ritchie “The Boot” Boiardo, who some say inspired The Sopranos. Its main landmark is the Livingston Mall, which opened to great fanfare in 1972 and has since slid … Read more

China gives IPOs the green light

US President Donald Trump’s auto tariffs hit carmaker shares and Chinese financial authorities have told some companies they can start launching mainland initial public offerings. Plus, protesters in Turkey are worried about the future of their democracy. Mentioned in this podcast: China opens path to revival in A-share listings Donald Trump’s tariffs throw car industry … Read more

The Trump oil dilemma

Unlock the White House Watch newsletter for free Your guide to what the 2024 US election means for Washington and the world Six long months ago, when Donald Trump was campaigning to become the 47th president of the United States (remember that?) he promised to deliver a “winning” economy and to slash inflation. It seemed … Read more