WHAT WE’RE READING By James Romoser on Aug 17, 2022 at 10:11 am Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles, commentary, and other noteworthy links related to the Supreme Court. To suggest a piece for us to consider, email us at roundup@scotusblog.com. Here’s the Wednesday morning read: Recommended Citation: James Romoser, The … Read more
If you’ve noticed that your full tank lasts longer in the summer than it does in the winter, you’ve already realized that cars get better gas mileage in the summer. Learn why this is and how to improve your gas mileage all year to prevent unnecessary gas station trips. How Hot Weather Affects Gas Mileage … Read more
You want to enter into the cannabis industry, and now you want to know how to get a loan to open a dispensary. The legal sale of cannabis grew to $25 billion in the US in 2021, a 40% increase from 2020. It’s a budding industry that’s only beginning to flourish: cannabis is currently fully … Read more
The insurance industry continues to cope with an aging workforce and with the impacts of the Great Resignation. To fill the resource gaps, carriers are increasingly turning to collaborative robots, or cobots, to help train and retain younger workers. In this Insurance News Analysis, we were delighted to welcome Matt Coughlin, Founder & CEO of … Read more
NORTHBROOK, Ill., Aug. 12, 2022 – The Allstate Corporation (NYSE: ALL) will host a conference call and webcast on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022, focusing on Allstate’s investments strategy. This special investor event is in addition to quarterly earnings calls. The special topic calls provide deeper insights into significant strategic and operational topics and offer additional … Read more
Maritime piracy in the first half of 2022 is at its lowest level since 1994, the International Maritime Bureau (IMB) says, with 58 incidents, down from 68 for the same period last year. Nevertheless, the organization cautions against complacency. For the full year 2020, IMB listed 195 actual and attempted attacks, up from 162 in … Read more
Given current challenges, Insurance Business asked insurtech stakeholders and experts to share their views on whether it could be better to join an established insurance business than an insurtech right now. Steven Mendel, ManyPets co-founder and group CEO (pictured immediately above): As the leader of a fast-growth insurance provider, I think we offer a more … Read more
The annual cost of owning and operating a new car ballooned nearly 11% in the past year to $10,728 — or $894 per month — according to AAA’s Your Driving Costs study. That represents a considerable hike from 2021, when it cost an estimated $9,666, or $805 per month, to own a new car. Costs … Read more
What Is the Formula for Net Income? Net Income = Total Revenue – Total Expenses No matter how much you love what you do, it’s likely you’re working for one reason: money. If you run your own business, you know the ongoing expenses that can eat into your pockets. From employee wages to office supplies, … Read more
The economy is in dire shape, many fear we’re already in a recession, and home prices are still sky-high. But none of that means you should automatically give up on your dreams of buying a home. Homebuyers are facing a tough market this year. Mortgage rates increased by more than 2 percentage points in the … Read more