Wirecard scandal: Missing billions likely don’t exist
BERLIN — German payment service provider Wirecard said today it has concluded that $2.1 billion that were supposed to be held in two accounts probably…
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AP-NORC poll: Politics drive divergent view of US economy
WASHINGTON — Americans’ outlook on the national economy has improved somewhat from its lowest points during the early weeks of the coronavirus pandemic, but a…
Biz Buzz: Canine comfort at funeral home; new Dubuque boutique; Dyersville grocery store progressing
Funeral home adds friendly, furry face {child_byline}BY JEFF MONTGOMERY jeff.montgomery@thmedia.com{/child_byline} Biz Buzz shares business tidbits from around the tri-states each Monday. This week, we highlight…
Your money: What should you do if you lost or threw away your stimulus?
Did you pitch your much-awaited stimulus payment because it showed up on a plastic card that, frankly, looked like an unsolicited debit or credit card?…
AMC Theaters reverses course on masks after backlash
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The nation’s largest movie theater chain changed its position on mask-wearing less than a day after the company became a target…
Google loses appeal against $56 million fine in France
PARIS — France’s highest administrative court has upheld a fine of 50 million euros ($56 million) Google was ordered to pay for not being “sufficiently…
Wirecard CEO quits after auditors can’t find $2.1 billion
FRANKFURT, Germany — The chief executive of German payment service provider Wirecard AG resigned today after the company disclosed that auditors could not find $2.1…
Hiring rose in 46 states in May yet jobless rates remain high
WASHINGTON — Employers added jobs in 46 states last month, evidence that the U.S. economy’s surprise hiring gain in May was spread broadly across the…
BMW to drop 6,000 jobs through turnover, early retirement
FRANKFURT, Germany — Automaker BMW says it will drop 6,000 jobs through early retirements and turnover, as the auto industry adjusts to a sharp drop…
Japan’s economy reopening cautiously, balancing health risks
TOKYO — The roller coasters are back running in Tokyo but with requests to not scream. Restaurants are offering more take-out and outdoor seating. Major…