The U.S. produces more garbage than any other nation in the world per capita. Here’s how scrappers are turning that waste into a $32 billion business. Source: NYT > Business – Jake Halpern
The Trump Administration Is Worrying About the Economy. A Look at the Data Shows Why.
Some of the White House’s favorite data points are now flashing warning signs about investment, jobs and growth. Source: NYT > Business – Jim Tankersley
U.S. Companies Get More Time to Stop Working With Huawei
A 90-day extension is intended to give rural telecommunications time to wean themselves off the Chinese company, which supplies parts and equipment. Source: NYT > Business – Alan Rappeport
G.E. Is Accused of Major Fraud, and Stocks Take a Beating
Plus, WeWork takes steps to go public, and investigations into the Jeffrey Epstein case continue. Source: NYT > Business – Charlotte Cowles
How the Recession of 2020 Could Happen
The freeze-up in business confidence, caused in part by the trade war, could wind up affecting consumer confidence. Source: NYT > Business – Neil Irwin
The World Has a Diamond Glut. Why Is That a Problem?
Mines are closing, and middlemen are being squeezed. But don’t expect bargains at the jewelry counter. Source: NYT > Business – Elizabeth Paton