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  1. Amazon to Acquire MGM Studios: Amazon has agreed to acquire MGM Studios, the iconic film and television production company, for $8.45 billion. The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2022. (Source: The New York Times)
  2. Elon Musk's Twitter Takeover: Elon Musk has completed his $44 billion takeover of Twitter, and the social media platform is expected to undergo significant changes under his leadership. (Source: CNN)
  3. Inflation Concerns: The US Federal Reserve has raised interest rates for the third time this year to combat rising inflation, which has reached a 40-year high. (Source: The Wall Street Journal)
  4. Tesla's Record Earnings: Tesla has reported record earnings of $5.5 billion in the second quarter, driven by strong demand for its electric vehicles. (Source: CNBC)
  5. Microsoft's Activision Blizzard Acquisition: Microsoft has agreed to acquire Activision Blizzard, the video game company behind popular titles like Call of Duty and World of Warcraft, for $68.7 billion. (Source: Bloomberg)

Industry News

  1. Tech Layoffs: Several major tech companies, including Google, Microsoft, and Amazon, have announced layoffs in recent weeks, citing economic uncertainty and restructuring efforts. (Source: The Verge)
  2. Retail Sales: US retail sales have declined for the second consecutive month, as consumers cut back on discretionary spending due to inflation and economic uncertainty. (Source: The Washington Post)
  3. Energy Crisis: The global energy crisis has led to a surge in oil prices, with Brent crude reaching a seven-year high. (Source: Reuters)
  4. Cryptocurrency Market: The cryptocurrency market has experienced a significant downturn, with Bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies experiencing significant price drops. (Source: CoinDesk)
  5. Supply Chain Disruptions: Global supply chain disruptions continue to affect businesses, with many companies struggling to maintain production levels due to shortages and delays. (Source: Supply Chain Dive)

Company News

  1. Apple's New Products: Apple has announced a range of new products, including the iPhone 14 Pro, Apple Watch Series 8, and AirPods Pro 2. (Source: Apple)
  2. Ford's Electric F-150: Ford has unveiled its electric F-150 pickup truck, which is expected to go into production in 2023. (Source: Ford)
  3. Walmart's E-commerce Expansion: Walmart has announced plans to expand its e-commerce capabilities, including the launch of a new online grocery shopping platform. (Source: Walmart)
  4. Coca-Cola's New Beverages: Coca-Cola has launched a range of new beverages, including a line of plant-based drinks and a new flavor of Fanta. (Source: Coca-Cola)
  5. McDonald's Menu Revamp: McDonald's has announced plans to revamp its menu, including the introduction of new items and the removal of others. (Source: McDonald's)

These are just a few of the latest business news updates. Stay tuned for more news and analysis from around the world!