U.S. labor board approves McDonald’s bid to settle case by franchise workers

A U.S. labor board on Thursday approved McDonald’s Corp’s proposed settlement allowing the fast-food company to avoid a ruling on whether it is a “joint employer” of franchise workers and could be made to bargain with unions. Press Release Distribution Service

Southwest reaches partial settlement with Boeing over projected 737 MAX damages

Southwest Airlines Co said on Thursday it had reached a confidential compensation agreement with Boeing Co for a portion of a projected $830 million hit to operating income in 2019 arising from the grounding of its 737 MAX aircraft. Press Release Distribution Service

Beijing’s legal influence triggers disquiet in Hong Kong financial sector

When China’s top legislature criticized a Hong Kong court’s rejection of a face mask ban there, some global firms began to fear the potential for mainland interference in commercial contracts, lawyers and finance executives said. Press Release Distribution Service

U.S. reaches deal in principle on trade with China: source

The United States has reached a “phase-one” trade deal in principle with China, a source briefed on talks between the two nations said on Thursday, saying a statement from the White House was expected soon. Press Release Distribution Service

Wall Street hits records on news of U.S.-China trade deal

Wall Street’s main indexes hit record highs on Thursday following news that the United States had reached a “deal in principle” with China to resolve a trade war that has rattled markets for nearly two years. Press Release Distribution Service

Broadcom’s full-year forecast fails to impress Wall Street, shares down

Broadcom Inc’s fourth-quarter earnings beat Street estimates on Thursday, but investors were put off by slowing growth in semiconductor business and a lukewarm revenue forecast for 2020, sending its shares down about 2% in extended trade. Press Release Distribution Service

Exclusive: Boeing delays plans for record 737 production until 2021 – sources

Boeing Co has delayed plans to reach a record production rate of 57 737 jets per month next year, industry sources said on Thursday, even before the U.S. FAA announced a new delay in the 737 MAX’s return to service which raised uncertainty over production plans. Press Release Distribution Service

Boeing scuttles 2019 timeline for 737 MAX return after CEO meets with U.S. FAA

Boeing Co on Thursday abandoned its goal of winning approval this month from the Federal Aviation Administration to unground the 737 MAX after Chief Executive Dennis Muilenburg met with senior U.S. aviation officials. Press Release Distribution Service

Trump signs off on tariff deal with China: Bloomberg News

U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday signed off on a trade deal with China that would delay a new round of tariffs that was to be put in place on Dec. 15, Bloomberg News reported. Press Release Distribution Service

Hopes for U.S.-China trade progress push global stock index to record high

MSCI’s global stock index hit a record high on Thursday and the U.S. dollar gained along with U.S. Treasury yields after reports the United States has reached in principle a “phase one” trade deal with China. Press Release Distribution Service

How to Replace Yourself in Your Business Without Losing Control

There are systems you can use to step back without slipping up. Press Release Distribution Service

This Mindset Can Help You Get the Most Out of Your Customer Service Strategy

Think beyond just your product or service’s benefits. Press Release Distribution Service

3 Content Hacks Every E-Commerce Marketer Should Know

There’s more than enough material to sustain your campaign. You just have to know where to look. Press Release Distribution Service

Is the Office Backchannel Destroying Your Business? Here’s What to Do.

Identifying toxic communication is easy, but ending it may take more work than you think. Press Release Distribution Service

Meet Three Women Who Are Disrupting the Canna-business

They’ve transitioned from ambitious careers to claim their stake. Press Release Distribution Service

Can Crowdfunding Work for Your Company?

You may want to consider crowdfunding if venture capital and private equity are not suiting your business’s financial needs. Press Release Distribution Service

Here Are the Three Types of Arrogance, According to a New Study

A team of psychology researchers broke down the idea of arrogance into three distinct levels. Press Release Distribution Service

How Journaling Can Make You a Better Entrepreneur and Leader

The most important words you write are ones no one will ever read. Press Release Distribution Service

How to Excel in the Housing Market According to This Seven-Figure Real Estate Entrepreneur

Connect deeply with potential clients by guiding them through a psychological journey of getting to know, like, and trust you, says Jess Lenouvel. Press Release Distribution Service

5 Top Tips for Hiring in a Tight Job Market

Just because it’s a candidate’s market doesn’t mean all the top talent is taken. Press Release Distribution Service

How to Organize Your Life With the Help of Technology

Make your days more manageable and your goals more achievable with these tools. Press Release Distribution Service

8 Ways to Not Be a Total Jerk at TSA

Let’s all make a pact to make our holiday and business travels more pleasant for everyone around us. Press Release Distribution Service

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