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Amid a pandemic, Uber drivers choose between health and livelihood

As America holes up inside, thousands of full-time rideshare drivers are still out on the streets trying to carve out a living.

The economics of cruise ships

In the wake of coronavirus and tanking stocks, cruise companies have sought assistance from the US government. But for decades, the industry has done everything in its power to avoid paying into the system.

How a small candy company became Warren Buffett’s ‘dream’ investment

The story of See’s Candies reminds us that a company’s true value can’t always be quantified on a balance sheet — and that, sometimes, consistency and quality can trump rapid growth.

How Mount Everest became a multimillion-dollar business

Growing crowds have turned the world’s tallest mountain into a valuable commercial asset. But where’s all the money going?

The unpredictable economics of pawn shops

Take the same item to 4 different pawn shops and you might get offers that vary by hundreds of dollars. Here’s why.

The economics of all-you-can-eat buffets

Is it possible to out-eat the price you pay for a buffet? How do these places make money? We looked at the dollars and cents behind the meat and potatoes.

Why it only costs $10k to ‘own’ a Chick-fil-A franchise

The chicken chain is known for having the lowest entry cost of any major fast-food franchise — but there’s a catch.

Can a corporation “own” a color?

A handful of companies have pushed the boundaries of intellectual property law by laying claim to individual colors. But is it really possible to “own” a color?

The economics of unused gift cards

Every year, Americans spend billions of dollars on gift cards. But what happens to the money when the cards aren’t redeemed?

Reminder: Your phone is tracking your every move (and the data isn’t so anonymous)

Anonymous cell phone location data isn’t so anonymous after all. Here’s what you can do about it.

How much would it cost to buy all of the items in ‘The 12 Days of Christmas’?

If you’re looking to buy your lover all those turtle doves and gold rings, you better be ready to shell out $39k.

The Baby Yoda black market is booming

Online platforms like Amazon and Etsy are rife with unofficial Baby Yoda merchandise.

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