Nonbank lending is a $1.4 trillion business in the U.S. Plus, the rights of nature in legal proceedings.
Small and medium-size businesses are increasingly getting loans from nonbank entities like hedge funds or private equity firms.
Commercial leases are typically five years or longer, so those who signed before the pandemic might be making exit plans.
Food exports are doing well, but imports are up. The strong dollar is part of the equation.
Washington state is suing to block the supermarket deal and the FTC and several state attorneys general have raised antitrust concerns.
Giant batteries can extend the reach of wind and solar power — which accounted for 22% of electricity generated last year, the EIA says.