SJ business owners decry economic impact of VTA expansion

Several east San Jose business owners complained, on Wednesday, that VTA's expansion of the Alum Rock light rail line to Eastridge Mall is causing traffic disruptions and closures that are hurting their bottom lines.

China announces ban on rare minerals to US: What that means for you

The Chinese Commerce Ministry made the move after the U.S. expanded a list of Chinese companies subject to export controls like computer chip-making equipment and software.

Cargill to lay off thousands of workers amid falling commodity prices

The largest private company in the U.S. is trimming its global workforce as it faces pressure related to lower commodity prices.

Is Enron making a comeback? Here's what we know

Enron, the Houston-based corporation that once dominated the energy sector before its infamous collapse in 2001, now claims to, according to its website, focus on sustainability, innovation, and ethics in addressing critical energy challenges.

Amazon workers to strike between Black Friday, Cyber Monday in US, other countries

Amazon workers in more than 20 countries plan to strike during the post-Thanksgiving holiday shopping period as they push for better pay and working conditions.

Blackout Holiday Market showcases Black entrepreneurs in Oakland

The holiday shopping season is underway in downtown Oakland, supporting black entrepreneurs at the Blackout Holiday Market.

These stores are closed on Thanksgiving this year

Thanksgiving is one day away and whether you are hosting or attending a gathering, now is the time to stock up on goods because multiple retail stores are closing for the holiday.

Walmart to roll back its DEI policies

Walmart has become the latest – and the largest company – to announce it will be rolling back its diversity, equity and inclusion policies.

Walmart warns of higher prices if Trump implements proposed tariffs

The National Retail Federation projected that potential tariffs could cost American consumers between $46 billion and $78 billion in annual spending power.

Target quarterly results fall as holiday discounts and dockworker strike hit profits

Target etched out a slim sales increase in the third quarter and profits slumped as inflation-weary customers pulled back on spending and costs related to a dockworker strike in October dragged on results.

Map: How much of a restaurant worker's income comes from tips

Restaurant employees rely on the kindness of customers when it comes to tips, which can make up a sizable portion of their take home pay based on findings in a new report.

Credit card debt surges to another record high, New York Fed data shows

Americans' debt balances grew across the board, but Fed researchers voiced 'concerning' growth in auto and credit card delinquencies.