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Freight rail service is terrible, even without the threat of a strike |  CNN Business

Freight rail service is terrible, even without the threat of a strike | CNN Business

New York CNN — The failure of a freight railroad strike to begin on Friday is a huge win for the US economy and its still struggling supply chain. But that does not mean that freight railways provide good service to their customers. Many of the issues hampering the supply chain, driving up prices and …

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Amazon CEO explains thinking behind layoffs as unionized warehouse workers protest outside |  CNN Business

Amazon CEO explains thinking behind layoffs as unionized warehouse workers protest outside | CNN Business

CNN Business — Amazon CEO Andy Jassy said on Wednesday that an “uncertain” economy had prompted the e-commerce giant to press ahead with rare and wide-ranging layoffs after it carried out a major wave of job losses. hiring during much of the pandemic. “We had the target for a very uncertain economic environment, as well …

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A railway strike will not ruin your vacation.  Here's how it will affect you in other ways |  CNN Business

A railway strike will not ruin your vacation. Here’s how it will affect you in other ways | CNN Business

New York CNN Business — So once again the nation and its economy are facing the risk of a massive freight railway strike, this one as early as December 9th. But the one thing you don’t have to worry about is whether it will affect your holiday shopping. plans. (This will not be the case.) …

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America faces possible railroad strike in two weeks after biggest union rejects labor deal |  CNN Business

America faces possible railroad strike in two weeks after biggest union rejects labor deal | CNN Business

New York CNN Business — America faces a growing risk of a crippling nationwide freight rail strike in two weeks. Rank and file members of the country’s largest rail union, which represents drivers in the industry, have rejected a tentative labor agreement with the freight railways, the union announced on Monday. The country’s second-largest railway …

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Restaurant sales are on the rise.  But dining out is on the decline |  CNN Business

Restaurant sales are on the rise. But dining out is on the decline | CNN Business

New York CNN Business — Restaurant chains reported sales growth in the third quarter. But more sales do not mean more customers. In fact, industry watchers are noticing that foot traffic to restaurants has decreased in recent months. Indeed, as inflation eats away at consumers’ budgets, many have cut back on restaurant visits and eaten …

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