McDonald’s Corporation

👍 58%

👥 46% | 🌏 50% | 💰 51%
 

Fair Wages

McDonald’s is challenging industry norms by backing full minimum wages and leaving its trade group over tipping policies. Unlike sit-down chains, McDonald's does not rely on tips for employee pay.

The fast-food giant argues that letting servers earn below minimum wage creates an uneven playing field and shifts labor costs to customers, highlighting a push for fairness across the industry.

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.

👍 57%

👥 56% | 🌏 50% | 💰 50%
 

Star Surge

American Eagle had a better quarter than expected with a standout campaign featuring actress Sydney Sweeney that spurred significant customer gains and denim sellouts.

The retailer’s bold, celebrity-led strategy, including a partnership with NFL star Travis Kelce, has energized young consumers and boosted traffic.

Salesforce, Inc.

👍 77%

👥 55% | 🌏 62% | 💰 65%
 

Agent Takeover

Salesforce cut 4,000 customer service roles as AI-powered agents take over routine tasks. CEO Marc Benioff revealed that half of customer interactions are now managed by AI, which has lowered support costs by 17% and allowed the company to redeploy many employees.

Hundreds of impacted employees have been redeployed to sales, customer success, and professional services.

General Motors Company

👍 63%

👥 54% | 🌏 54% | 💰 53%
 

EV Cutbacks

GM is reducing production of its Chevrolet Bolt EV and two Cadillac models to adjust for changing market conditions as the $7,500 tax credit for EV purchases nears expiration.

Despite record August EV sales, these moves are a cautious strategy to avoid overproduction as consumer incentives decline.

Amgen Inc.

👍 75%

👥 0% | 🌏 0% | 💰 0%
 

American Innovation

Amgen is investing over $600 million in a new research and development center at its global headquarters in Thousand Oaks, California.

The state-of-the-art biopharma facility, featuring advanced digital automation and collaborative spaces, will begin construction in Q3 2025 and create hundreds of US jobs.