From Disciplinarian to Cheerleader: Why China Is Changing Its Tone on Business
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From Disciplinarian to Cheerleader: Why China Is Changing Its Tone on Business

With the economy in a fragile state, Chinese officials are starting to use more business-friendly language, and also to back their words with action.
R.J. Reynolds Pivots to New Cigarette Pitches as Flavor Ban Takes Effect
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R.J. Reynolds Pivots to New Cigarette Pitches as Flavor Ban Takes Effect

Now that California’s tobacco prohibitions are in place, some Camel and Newport items are billed as newly “fresh” or “crisp” non-menthol versions.
SEC Fines Steve Easterbrook, McDonald’s Ex-CEO
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SEC Fines Steve Easterbrook, McDonald’s Ex-CEO

The Securities and Exchange Commission fined Steve Easterbrook for lack of disclosure about the circumstances behind his firing in 2019.
Southwest’s Meltdown Could Cost It Up to $800 Million
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Southwest’s Meltdown Could Cost It Up to $800 Million

The airline has not said how much it might have to spend to reimburse customers and upgrade its technology systems.