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Tesla's challenges run deeper than controversy around Elon Musk - BBC.com

The company is still valued at more than 100 times its earnings - but it faces problems that experts say go beyond questions around its CEO

Tesla pulled from Vancouver International Auto Show on safety concerns - Axios

There's been a spate of attacks on Teslas amid anger at CEO Elon Musk's involvement in Trump administration policies.

Stock futures rise as investors look to extend rally fueled by Fed’s rate cut outlook: Live updates - CNBC

The major averages rallied on Wednesday after the Federal Reserve maintained its 2025 outlook for two interest rate cuts.

SoftBank to acquire chip designer Ampere in $6.5 billion deal - CNBC

SoftBank Group said Wednesday that it will acquire Ampere Computing, a startup that designed an Arm-based server chip, for $6.5 billion.

Amazon sues Consumer Product Safety Commission over recall order for hazardous products - The Associated Press

Amazon is suing the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission for finding the e-commerce giant legally responsible for the recalls of hundreds of thousands of products sold on its site. The independent federal agency ordered Amazon in January to notify the buye…

Social Security in-person identity checks opposed by advocates and retirees alike - The Associated Press

The Social Security Administration’s plan to require in-person identity checks for millions of new and existing recipients has drawn ire from lawmakers, advocacy groups and program recipients who are concerned that the government is placing barriers in front …

Stock futures are flat as investors look to extend post Fed rate decision rally: Live updates - CNBC

The major averages rallied on Wednesday after the Federal Reserve maintained its 2025 outlook for two interest rate cuts.

Ben & Jerry’s says its CEO was fired for the company’s political posts - CNN

Ben & Jerry’s is accusing its parent company Unilever of breaching its merger agreement by ousting the ice cream company’s CEO for the brand’s repeated public comments on progressive issues, removing its chief executive without the board’s approval.

Stock Market Today: Nasdaq Jumps On Subtle Fed Policy Shift; Dow Up 383 Points, Aims To Retake Key Chart Level (Live Coverage) Tesla Up 4%; Dow Eyes Key Chart Level - Investor's Business Daily

The Nasdaq continued to lead a rebound in the stock market today after the Federal Reserve decided to stand pat on interest rates.

Stock Market News, March 19, 2025: Dow Climbs After FOMC Interest-Rate Decision - The Wall Street Journal

S&P 500 Gains and Losses Today: Boeing Surges on Several Positive Signals - Investopedia

The S&P 500 added 1.1% on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, as the Fed held interest rates steady, reaffirming plans for future cuts but expressing caution on inflation and growth.

Ben & Jerry’s claims parent company fired CEO over brand’s progressive activism - VTDigger

Unilever moved to oust David Stever in early March for “his commitment to Ben & Jerry’s Social Mission and Essential Brand Integrity,” Ben & Jerry’s claimed in court filings.

Why BYD Keeps Shocking the World - Heatmap

The Chinese automaker BYD might have cracked one of the toughest problems in electric cars. On Tuesday, BYD unveiled its new “Super e-Platform,” a new standard electronic base for its vehicles that it says will allow incredibly fast charging — enabling its ve…

Amtrak CEO Steps Down as Trump and Musk Threaten to Privatize Company - Gizmodo

Stephen Gardner is leaving to ensure Amtrak has "the full faith and confidence of this administration."

DOGE doxx site maps 'Musk World' as Trump AG threatens Tesla vandals with federal charges - CNBC

Tesla CEO Elon Musk spent hundreds of millions to help President Donald Trump win a second term. His electric vehicle maker is paying a price for that.

Federal Reserve cuts US growth forecast as Trump tariff fears grow - BBC.com

The US central bank lowers its growth forecast and warns that economic uncertainty has "increased".

Fed holds interest rates steady as tariffs begin to drive some inflation - The Washington Post

Fed Chair Jerome H. Powell said during a news conference that tariffs are already playing a role driving inflation up in goods.

Amtrak CEO stepping down, weeks after Musk says the rail service should be privatized - CNN

Amtrak CEO Stephen Gardner is stepping down from his position to “to ensure that Amtrak continues to enjoy the full faith and confidence of this administration.”

Microsoft has a new strategy chief to navigate its AI era - The Verge

Microsoft’s HR chief Kathleen Hogan is moving to a new role focused on strategy. It’s the first time Microsoft has had a strategy chief for quite some time.

EU accuses Google and Apple of stifling competition under Digital Markets Act - Ars Technica

Apple will have to open iOS up more, and Google could face steep fines.