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The Card That Changed Collecting Forever: Why Logan Paul’s Pikachu Is Breaking the Market
Logan Paul and Ken Goldin break down the collectibles boom, rare Pokémon cards, auction strategy. Plus, Logan’s take on Jake Paul’s fight.

Holiday Drivers Catch a Break as Gas Prices Hit Multiyear Lows
U.S. gas prices have stayed below $3 a gallon for most of December, marking the cheapest holiday fuel costs since 2020, according to AAA.

FDA Greenlights First GLP-1 Weight-Loss Pill
The FDA approved the first-ever GLP-1 pill for obesity from Novo Nordisk, a move expected to expand access for patients who prefer pills over injections.

U.S. Economy Hits the Gas with a Q3 Growth Surprise
The U.S. economy grew at a blistering 4.3% pace in the third quarter, easily beating expectations as consumer spending jumped to 3.5%.

Alphabet Buys More Power for the A.I. Race with $4.75B Deal
Alphabet announced it will acquire data center and energy infrastructure firm Intersect for $4.75 billion in cash plus assumed debt.

ServiceNow Makes a $7.75B Cyber Bet in the A.I. Arms Race
ServiceNow announced it will acquire cybersecurity startup Armis in a $7.75 billion cash deal.

From Great Resignation to Great Stay: The Job Market Shifts
The U.S. job market is cooling as hiring slows and unemployment rises. ZipRecruiter economist Nicole Bachaud breaks down the trends shaping 2026.

Eli Lilly’s New Pill Keeps the Weight Off
Eli Lilly said its experimental daily obesity pill helped patients maintain most of their weight loss after switching from injectable drugs like Zepbound.

California Pizza Kitchen’s Big Comeback: Inside the Deal Powering Its Next Chapter
California Pizza Kitchen enters a new era as fresh investment fuels growth, innovation, and global expansion—showing how legacy restaurant brands stay relevant.

Scrolling Safely: TikTok Gets an American Makeover
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew told employees that the company’s U.S. operations will move into a new entity, TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC.

These Are the Tech Gifts Everyone Is Fighting Over This Holiday Season
Holiday shopping heats up as Tom’s Guide editor Kate Kozuch reveals the tech gifts everyone wants, from wellness gadgets to gaming buzz—and how to score deals!

Big Business This Week: Xmas tricks retailers use to “hack our minds”
How do brands keep consumers spending even when they're strapped for cash at Xmas?

The case for making failing movies
Some movies do badly at the box office, but that doesn't mean we shouldn't make them.

The Hidden Skill Every Great Philanthropist Needs
PIMCO’s John Studzinski on markets, leadership, and why long-term thinking matters as much in giving as it does in investing.

Buy Now or Wait? A Real Estate CEO Breaks Down the Market
High rates and low inventory continue to squeeze buyers. Century 21 CEO Mike Miedler breaks down what’s next for U.S. housing.

Spend Smarter, Not Harder: Last Minute Holiday Shopping Rules You Can’t Afford to Ignore
Prices are up and budgets are tight. Shopping expert Trae Bodge shares smart ways to save, spot real deals, and avoid holiday debt.

Bezos Couple Spotlights Neurodiversity with $5 Million Award
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos are awarding $5 million to David Flink, founder and CEO of the Neurodiversity Alliance.
