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Apple's Business Model Getting Hit From All Sides Now 
 

In addition to a government lawsuit, Apple is facing near-term challenges such as another weak iPhone cycle.

 
Trump Makes a New Fortune With Truth Social Listing 
 

The former president's investment in the social-media company is worth roughly $3 billion, potentially easing his current financial struggles.

 
Apple Held Talks With China's Baidu Over AI for Its Devices 
 

The iPhone maker has been exploring using external partners to help accelerate its artificial-intelligence ambitions.

 
Former CEO Ends His Life After Receiving Record Fine in Retailer's Collapse 
 

Markus Jooste, who presided over the downfall of former Mattress Firm owner Steinhoff, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

 
Chrysler-Parent Stellantis Laying Off About 400 Salaried Employees in U.S. 
 

The automaker has trimmed staff several times over the past year as it prepares to start selling electric vehicles in the U.S.

 
Walmart-Vizio Deal Poses Risk to a Key Source of Consumer Data 
 

Walmart's deal to acquire Vizio for $2.3 billion has unnerved some of the connected-television maker's key customers: marketers and the ad-buying agencies that manage their campaigns.

 
Adidas, Puma shares slip after Nike results lead to caution 
 

Shares in Puma, Adidas, and JD Sports fell as investors feared headwinds in the apparel sector

 
EV Charging Firms Rush to Add Cyber Shields to New Products in U.K. 
 

A regulation that took effect in 2022 has companies scrambling to redesign their home EV chargers to detect hackers.

 
Compass Agrees to Pay $57.5 Million to Settle Antitrust Claims 
 

The firm is the first big real-estate brokerage to reach such an agreement since the NAR's settlement last week.

 
Samsonite Considering U.S. for Potential Second Listing 
 

Luggage maker Samsonite is looking at the U.S. as a potential venue for a second listing, tapping investor appetite in a market that has been hitting new highs.

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March 22, 2024 15:15 ET (19:15 GMT)

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