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EasyJet to defer delivery of 24 Airbus planes, hold shareholder meeting

Reuters: Business News Apr 9, 2020 | 18:18 pm

British airline easyJeton Thursday said it would defer the delivery of 24 Airbusjets and hold a shareholder meeting after the airline's founder Stelios Haji-Ioannou stepped up a disagreement over the airline's expansion plans.

Uber to give drivers millions of face masks to battle coronavirus

Reuters: Business News Apr 9, 2020 | 18:16 pm

Uber Technologies Incon Thursday said it plans to ship millions of face masks to its active drivers and food delivery people around the world to help prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus.

U.S. jobless claims exceed six million for second week in a row

Reuters: Business News Apr 9, 2020 | 18:10 pm

A staggering 16.8 million Americans have filed for unemployment benefits in the last three weeks, with weekly new claims topping 6 million for the second straight time last week as the novel coronavirus outbreak relentlessly savages the economy.

Airbus's landmark jet output cut faces crucial test

Reuters: Business News Apr 9, 2020 | 18:02 pm

Airbus'sdecision to cut output of its best-selling jet by a third amid coronavirus marks a huge shift for the European planemaker, which has enjoyed virtually unbroken growth since it began competing toe-to-toe with Boeingalmost 20 years ago.

Fed rolls out $2.3 trillion to backstop 'Main Street,' local governments

Reuters: Business News Apr 9, 2020 | 17:57 pm

The U.S. Federal Reserve on Thursday announced a broad, $2.3 trillion effort to bolster local governments and small and mid-sized businesses, the latest in an expanding suite of programs meant to keep the U.S. economy intact as the country battles[…]

Sales Funnel Management Strategies That Turn Victims Into Plaintiffs

Small Business Brief Apr 8, 2020 | 16:53 pm

There’s no doubt that in any business, one of the hardest parts is sales. The act of getting a client to separate themselves from their hard-earned cash is hardly the easiest thing in the world. Nevertheless, it’s a crucial skill to[…]

Roofer Services: What to Look for in a Commercial Roofing Company

Small Business Brief Apr 8, 2020 | 00:03 am

Step away from the ladder! You’re going to get yourself hurt. You should hire help instead of trying to mount the roof with your limited experience. We understand that hiring roofer services can be anxiety-provoking, but don’t worry. All you[…]

Out With the Bland: 3 Keys to a Sales Brochure That Actually Sells Your Brand

Small Business Brief Apr 7, 2020 | 01:30 am

These days, digital marketing is pretty much everywhere. This is perfectly natural — and it makes print mediums that much more effective. Of course, we’re talking about brochures. If you’re planning on making a push to drum up business, a[…]

What Is the Best Color for Office Walls? 5 Great Options

Small Business Brief Apr 7, 2020 | 01:28 am

You’ve bought a new office building. You’ve got all the furniture put inside and it’s time to move on to the décor. Before you put any pictures or signage up though, you’ve got to paint the walls. Rather you know[…]

4 Signs You Need an Intellectual Property Lawyer

Small Business Brief Apr 7, 2020 | 01:23 am

There’s nothing like the satisfaction of landing upon your genius idea. It might take weeks, months, or even years of endless work, but finally, you land upon a brilliant and genius invention that can change the world. However, before you[…]