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Facebook's Zuckerberg promises a review of content policies after backlash

Reuters: Business News Jun 6, 2020 | 21:10 pm

FacebookCEO Mark Zuckerberg on Friday said he would consider changes to the policy that led the company to leave up controversial posts by President Donald Trump during recent demonstrations protesting the death of an unarmed black man while in police[…]

'Am I going to get shot?' kids ask, as brands try to explain racism and violence to children

Reuters: Business News Jun 6, 2020 | 17:23 pm

For 8 minutes and 46 seconds - the time it took George Floyd, an unarmed black man, to die at the hands of Minneapolis police - cable TV kids channel Nickelodeon's screen went black on Tuesday to sounds of inhaling[…]

Wall Street Week Ahead: Bond investors look for Fed to justify steepening yield curve

Reuters: Business News Jun 6, 2020 | 16:46 pm

Expectations that the global economy has dodged the worst-case coronavirus pandemic scenarios have led to a dramatic sell-off in U.S. government bonds from their record highs, pushing the yield curve to its steepest level since March.

Volkswagen considering more cost cuts to cope with downturn

Reuters: Business News Jun 6, 2020 | 16:40 pm

Volkswagen is considering more cost cuts to help cope with the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic, a spokesman for the German automaker said on Saturday.

Exclusive: Malaysia - Even $3 billion not enough to settle 1MDB case with Goldman

Reuters: Business News Jun 6, 2020 | 11:30 am

Malaysia's new government would not be willing to accept even compensation of $3 billion from Goldman Sachs in a settlement over the 1MDB scandal, the finance minister told Reuters, ruling out a figure that is far higher than the bank[…]

Time to Grow! 11 Creative Web Designs for Small Business Growth

Small Business Brief Jun 6, 2020 | 00:22 am

The growth of e-commerce in the U.S. will reach $666 billion in 2020. With the rapid rise of e-commerce, you have to keep up for you to benefit from the endless opportunities. Having an exceptional website design is indispensable. Your[…]

Create an Auto Parts Website: How to Sell Car Parts Online in 2020

Small Business Brief Jun 5, 2020 | 15:35 pm

There’s no doubt that in 2020 we’re living in the digital age. The vast majority of the world has some kind of technological device and access to the Internet. One of the most meaningful advances that has resulted from this technological age[…]

Marketing Like a Master: 8 Top Tips for Advertising Your Business

Small Business Brief Jun 4, 2020 | 18:41 pm

When trying to advertise your company, it’s important to keep in mind that 43% of eCommerce traffic will come from people organically searching Google. In the age of technology, if you want your business to be successful, you have to make[…]

7 Key Tips for Starting a Roofing Company

Small Business Brief Jun 4, 2020 | 03:45 am

Revenues among privately-held roofing contracting companies increased by 14 percent in the year 2018. The gradual growth in sales has been consistent since then and will likely hit $10.4 billion by the end of this year. The roofing sector will[…]

3 Loan Applications Mistakes to Avoid for Small Businesses

Small Business Brief Jun 2, 2020 | 18:49 pm

Is your business in a cash crunch? Do you need some money to sort out a financial emergency? Taking out a small business loan is an ideal way to raise the money you need. However, most mainstream lenders have a[…]