David Brooks

David is a business journalist based in New York City. A graduate of the Wharton School, David worked in corporate finance before transitioning to journalism. He specializes in analyzing market trends, reporting on Wall Street, and uncovering stories about startups disrupting traditional industries.
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Bootstrapping a Startup With Family Money: Lessons From $160K Investment

The morning my wife and I transferred $160,000 from our family savings…

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Duke Energy Leadership Changes 2025 Reshape Finance Team Amid AI Demand

In a significant shake-up that signals shifting priorities toward artificial intelligence infrastructure,…

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Warren Buffett Retirement 2025: Lessons from Financial Legend

As Warren Buffett approaches his 95th birthday in 2025, speculation intensifies about…

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California Housing Market Investment 2025 Risks Challenge Homeownership Returns

California's real estate market has long represented the quintessential American dream –…

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Zillow Hottest Midwest Housing Markets 2025 Revealed

The American heartland is having its moment in the real estate spotlight.…

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Polestar Equity Investment 2025: $600M Boost via Equity Deal, Debt Conversion

The struggling electric vehicle manufacturer Polestar just secured a crucial lifeline that…

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Embedded Finance in B2B Platforms Powers Real-Time Financial Decisions

The financial services landscape is undergoing a quiet but profound transformation that's…

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3 Emerging Middle Eastern Penny Stocks 2025 Worth Watching

The Middle East's untold investment story continues to evolve beyond traditional oil…

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Bank of Japan Rate Hike 2025 Could Shake Global Markets

The financial world's attention has increasingly turned toward Tokyo as the Bank…

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NANO Nuclear Energy Financial Results 2025 and Strategic Developments

The financial world has turned its spotlight on NANO Nuclear Energy Inc.…

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Gen Z Credit Card Spending 2025 May Delay Recession, Says Intuit CEO

Consumer spending has long been the backbone of American economic growth, but…

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Waymo Technology Licensing Alphabet 2025 Growth Strategy

As Alphabet shifts focus from building self-driving cars to licensing technology, Waymo…

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Principal Financial Exits Hong Kong Pension Market 2025

The financial services landscape in Hong Kong shifted notably this week as…

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Hyundai Kia Vehicle Theft Settlement 2025: Automakers to Pay Millions

The cost of corporate oversight continues to climb for Korean automotive giants…

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Modernization Strategies for Legacy Businesses 2025: 4 Proven Approaches

Modernization Strategies for Legacy Businesses 2025: 4 Proven Approaches The competitive landscape…

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JPMorgan Tech ECM Leadership Changes 2025: Global, Americas Heads Appointed

The financial services powerhouse JPMorgan Chase has redrawn its organizational chart at…

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How to Stay Calm During Business Crisis: 10 Smart Strategies

The markets had just plunged 700 points, three major clients were threatening…

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Bending Spoons AOL Acquisition 2025: $1.35B Deal Terms Revised

The struggling tech company AOL, once the crown jewel of the internet…

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CFO Inflation Expectations 2024: 4% Price Hike Forecast, Tariff Concerns Persist

The financial landscape heading into 2024 paints a complex picture of persistent…

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Diageo EABL Stake Sale 2025: $2.3B Deal With Asahi

As I watch Wall Street react to the latest mega-deal in the…

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No Fee Contractor Mortgages UK 2025 Launch by Limitless Finance

The rise of specialist mortgage services for Britain's growing self-employed workforce represents…

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Chinese Tech Stock Rally 2025 Sparks Market Turnaround

Chinese technology stocks staged a remarkable comeback yesterday, surging nearly 8% in…

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FTC Crypto Settlement 2025: Illusory Systems Penalized for Hack Failures

The recent settlement between the Federal Trade Commission and virtual currency exchange…

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US Jobs Report December 2025: Key Insights and Economic Trends

The latest jobs report released this morning paints a complex picture of…

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New York City Financial IT Systems 2025 Risk Highlighted in New Report

The financial technology infrastructure running America's largest city is hanging by a…

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Sentient Jet Crypto Payment 2025: Jet Cards Now Available via BitPay

The private aviation industry witnessed a significant shift this week as Sentient…

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Congress Approves US Development Finance Corporation Expansion 2025

The global investment landscape shifted significantly last week as Congress authorized a…

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US Middle Market Business Outlook 2025 Shows Rising Revenues, Growing Confidence

The American economic landscape is showing promising signs of resilience, particularly within…

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Oil Industry Support for Trump 2025 Grows Amid Economic Woes

Article - The oil industry faces significant economic challenges but continues to…

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Anti-AI Branding Strategy 2026: Why Brands May Reject AI to Regain Trust

In a striking reversal of the AI-adoption frenzy we've witnessed over the…

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Startup CEO Misuse of VC Funds 2025 Investigated Over Lavish Personal Spending

The venture capital world has been rocked by allegations that another high-profile…

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Luxury Fashion Market Philippines 2025 Booms Amid Rising Aspirations

The Philippines is witnessing an unprecedented surge in luxury fashion consumption, driven…

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BBVA Investment in Trade Finance Fintech 2025: $30M Olea Deal

The rising complexity of global trade has sparked a new era of…

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Chime Financial Stock Rebound 2025: Buy After 30% Surge?

The fintech sector's rollercoaster ride continues as Chime Financial emerges from a…

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Triumph Financial BlueGrace Logistics Partnership 2025 Signals Growth

The freight and logistics industry has long been a cornerstone of American…

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Ivory Coast Investment Opportunities 2025: Business Boom Frontier

The economic transformation unfolding in Côte d'Ivoire rarely makes headlines in Western…

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David Robinson Financial Fraud Lawsuit 2025: NBA Legend Sues Business Partner

The San Antonio Spurs legend David Robinson has filed a lawsuit against…

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BMO Financial Strategy 2025 Strengthens Market Position Amid Economic Uncertainty

The financial landscape continues to shift under the pressure of persistent inflation,…

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Dubai Hedge Fund Growth 2025 Positions City as Global Finance Hub

The gleaming towers of Dubai's financial district now house more than just…

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Why I Quit Finance Job to Start Business 2025—No Regrets

The gleaming towers of Manhattan's Financial District still catch my eye when…

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