Thai Airways is ending its first-class service in Thailand, bowing to the rising demand for business and premium economy cabins. In doing so, the airline is aligning with a global trend that prioritizes flexible and cost-effective travel experiences.

A Monmouth Jct home sold for $12.4 million, ranking it as South Brunswick’s most expensive residential real estate transaction for the week of Sept. 8-14. Sources say the eye-catching deal underscores the continued strength of the local housing market.

A once-popular discount clothing store has confirmed that after filing for bankruptcy a second time, it will not reopen in the United States. The decision puts an end to months of speculation about the retailer’s future in the American market.

A new report from Imagine Studio offers insights into the next wave of brand innovation, from overhauled retail banking spaces to transformative AI personalization and immersive brand takeovers. Companies are reimagining how they interact with audiences in more human-centric, experience-focused ways.

Once dismissed as an abandoned property, Mohawk Harbor now hums with life. Over two decades, the site in Schenectady has welcomed a casino, a hockey arena, hotels, and homes, offering a new vision for waterfront development.

Seattle’s City Council unanimously passed three ordinances to fight predatory homebuying. The measures also streamline small business access to empty storefronts, aiming to make the process faster and more affordable.

As mortgage rates take a downward turn, homeowners and prospective buyers may find new opportunities to save. From potential refinancing perks to the prospect of purchasing a home at a lower rate, this shift in interest rates raises an essential question: Is now the best time to make a move?

Stephanie Link, Chief Investment Officer at Hightower, shared a significant move on CNBC’s “Halftime Report”: a new investment in QXO stock. While detailing her purchase, Link and the program’s panel also sparred over the outlook for the housing market.

First National Corp MA ADV reported a modest but notable increase in its stake in the SPDR Bloomberg Convertible Securities ETF. By acquiring 217 additional shares in the second quarter, the firm raised its total holdings by 0.7%, reaching 30,183 shares in total.

A new proposal suggests the Trump administration wants the Federal Reserve to use its balance sheet to bring 30-year mortgage rates down to 5% next year. Though many consider this a long shot, the idea highlights the growing debate over whether monetary policy should be leveraged to tackle rising home-loan costs.

U.S. stocks moved higher on September 15, 2025, as the Dow edged up and the S&P 500 and Nasdaq reached record levels. Investor optimism grew after President Trump suggested that trade discussions with China were on a positive track, with an upcoming Federal Reserve meeting also in view.

Investors Research Corp significantly reduced its stake in SpartanNash Company during the second quarter. According to filings with the SEC, the firm sold 35,870 shares, representing an 84.5% reduction in its holdings.

A Troy-based machine firm specializing in parts for GE Vernova generators is relocating to the Airport Business Park in Glenville. This move, the fourth of its kind for Schenectady County in two years, signals a continuing shift in the region’s manufacturing scene.

Canada’s housing crisis is so severe that internal government documents warn it could harm the broader economy. Officials plan to launch a new agency to build homes faster, reflecting mounting pressure on Ottawa to find immediate solutions.

A newly sold property in Bridgeton topped the list of the most expensive homes in Cumberland County from September 1-7, closing at $565,000. This sale underscores the strong interest in the region’s housing market and highlights the week’s most notable real estate transactions.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average soared to an all-time high on Thursday, surpassing the 46,000 mark and closing at 46,108. Investors showed optimism as August inflation data aligned with forecasts, raising expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut in September.

Talonvest Capital, Inc. has arranged $19.2 million in financing for two self-storage facilities in California, reflecting continued confidence in specialized real estate investments. The deal covers facilities in Claremont and American Canyon, totaling 117,726 net rentable square feet of non-climate-controlled, drive-up, and locker units, plus RV parking space.

Safeway is closing 12 stores in Colorado, Nebraska, and New Mexico, citing poor store performance. This move adds to the ongoing wave of retail shutdowns faced by grocery chains and big-box stores nationwide, impacting community members who rely on these locations for essential goods.

Woodline Partners LP dramatically expanded its position in Vornado Realty Trust during the first quarter, according to a recent Securities and Exchange Commission filing. The institutional investor boosted its stake by 214.9%, acquiring over 400,000 additional shares and reaching nearly 600,000 shares total.

NewEdge Advisors LLC recently expanded its holdings in D.R. Horton, boosting its stake by 19.3% in the first quarter. The construction company’s shares now total 19,893 and are valued at approximately $2.53 million.

Volkswagen is stepping up its efforts to remain Europe’s leading electric vehicle manufacturer, confronting rising competition from Chinese automakers. By unveiling new models and advanced software, the German carmaker aims to secure its position in an intensifying market.