Here's how a challenging deal market for private-equity firms might actually help their public-relations problem heading into US election season

The PE industry has attracted criticism from celebrities including Taylor Swift as well as Democratic presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren.

January 14, 2020   |   View Online »

Here's how a challenging deal market for private-equity firms might actually help their public-relations problem heading into US election season Casey Sullivan | The PE industry has attracted criticism from celebrities including Taylor Swift as well as Democratic presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren. Read More »

Joseph Edelman's $4.8 billion hedge fund dominated 2019 with 53.7% returns driven by big biotech bets Bradley Saacks | Perceptive Advisors' flagship fund made bets on Global Blood Therapeutics and Mirati Therapeutics that paid off for 2019. Read More »

How a formerly homeless sneakerhead built a multimillion-dollar resale empire starting with just $40 to his name Shoshy Ciment | Here's the rags-to-riches story of the founder and co-owner of Urban Necessities, who was homeless in Las Vegas before finding success in resale. Read More »

Jeffrey Epstein set Elon Musk's brother up with a girlfriend in effort to get close to the Tesla founder, sources say Becky Peterson,John Cook | Two sources said Jeffrey Epstein set Kimbal Musk, the brother of Tesla and SpaceX founder Elon Musk, up with a member of his entourage. Read More »

The HR chief at $1.4 billion Away told us the company wants employees to bring their 'authentic selves to work.' But a bombshell investigation described a culture of bullying by management. Now the CEO who stepped down is back. Shana Lebowitz,Sherin Shibu | The culture at the unicorn startup was toxic, The Verge wrote. CEO Steph Korey apologized and stepped down. Now she's back, disputing those reports. Read More »

How much YouTube pays influencers for 100,000, 1 million, and 150 million views, according to top creators Amanda Perelli | We spoke with creators on YouTube who broke down how much money they've made on a single video from Google. Read More »

KPMG's new $450 million training center gives 800 employees access to free food from 8 different kitchens, a wine bar, and over 44 miles of bike paths. Here's an exclusive look inside. Joe Williams | The Orlando-based facility is one way KPMG is battling competitors to make sure employees are trained on the latest tech, including AI and automation. Read More »

What is a microaggression? 14 things people think are fine to say at work — but are actually racist, sexist, or offensive Marguerite Ward,Rachel Premack | Microaggressions and unconscious bias are everywhere. We identified some of the most common, and what to say or do instead. Read More »

McDonald's franchisees in leaked email call for the fast-food giant to 'stay focused' on creating a chicken sandwich that customers crave as the chain battles Popeyes and Chick-fil-A Kate Taylor | McDonald's franchisees are demanding the fast-food giant create a chicken sandwich that can rival Chick-fil-A and Popeyes. Read More »

Cannabis companies have slashed over 1,000 jobs in recent weeks as the industry contends with a 'toxic' landscape. We're keeping track of all the cuts here. Jeremy Berke | Amid investigations, lawsuits, and slumping valuations, cannabis companies are reeling. To stay afloat, they're cutting workers. Read More »

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