A new Conference Board survey shows CEO confidence plunged to 47, with many executives bracing for weaker conditions and some planning job cuts. Local hiring plans could shift quickly.

ERock filed an amended S‑1 setting IPO terms for 27.9M shares at $20–$23, potentially raising about $642M as it scales Houston assembly to convert a $1.3B backlog.

Samsung plans to move its U.S. headquarters from Englewood Cliffs to Plano, shifting roughly 1,000 jobs and concentrating operations near its Texas chip plants.

A new MFA analysis finds private credit funds lent nearly $560 billion to U.S. businesses since 2023, supporting jobs and drawing regulator attention.

A St. Louis baby‑product maker filed suit after a New York soda brand challenged its new electrolyte drink, asking a judge to rule there’s no consumer confusion.

Francheska Pujols alleges Rainbow USA used AI to replace her photos with sexualized images after her contract ended; she filed suit in Manhattan Supreme Court on May 22.

Minute Media's latest cuts at Sports Illustrated hit veteran writers and roughly a dozen editorial roles, industry reports say.

About 3,600 SLF sauna blankets are under recall after overheating reports; owners are being told to stop using them and can register for free replacements from Tzumi.

Tulcimex Deli Grocery on Bryant Avenue sold a third‑prize Powerball ticket worth $50,000 in the May 27 drawing, lottery officials say. The Lottery did not release the winner's name.

Barnes & Noble has inked a lease for roughly 11,300 sq ft at 181 Avenue A and is listed to open in November 2026. Neighbors and local blogs are already debating what the chain’s return means for East Village indies.

A New York shopper says Target’s “yogurt covered” snacks contain no yogurt; a federal complaint seeks damages and labeling fixes. The suit targets Favorite Day and Good & Gather items.

The NYC Comptroller and Hebrew Free Loan Society are expanding zero‑interest lending with an $8M commitment to help qualifying small businesses access up to $60K. The program aims to reach owners shut out of traditional credit.

A court-authorized notice says people who bought primary Ticketmaster tickets since 2010 may be included in a nationwide class action. Opt‑out requests must be mailed and postmarked by July 6, 2026.