Dry January is here. The CEOs of Heineken USA and Athletic Brewing explain why many Americans are choosing moderation.
CEOs of beverage companies producing non-alcoholic beers say buying trends point toward moderation in Americans' drinking habits.
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Free TV startup Telly just hired an advertising lead from Uber as it gears up for an ad blitz
Telly, the company that gives away TVs in exchange for viewer data, has hired its first advertising president as it looks for a big sales year.
The late Charlie Munger made a contrarian bet at 99, doubling his money — and clashed with Elon Musk over taking risks
Charlie Munger, Warren Buffett's late business partner, bought a controversial stock at the age of 99 and swiftly doubled his money, Li Lu said.
Headhunters break down what you need to know to get a tech job on Wall Street in 2025
AI is changing what it takes to get a tech job on Wall Street. Recruiters told BI how candidates should adapt and what they need to do to stand out.
The new place to complain about your boss: LinkedIn
Fed up with company processes and human resources, people are reporting their horrible bosses on social media.
Here's who would save money with Trump's plan to eliminate taxes on tips
President-elect Donald Trump's proposal to end taxes on tips could benefit Gen Zers and restaurant workers.
Expect historic consumer spending on tech in 2025 — but only if the Trump tariffs don't happen, industry group says
Consumer tech spending could hit $537 billion in 2025 if the Trump tariffs don't happen and cut consumer purchasing power, the CTA said.
After 6 years of teaching, I quit my job. Here are 5 things I wish I knew before I chose this profession.
Being a teacher provides a poor return on investment. That's just one of the reasons why I quit after 6 years in the classroom.
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Netflix could finally win a best picture Oscar — right when it doesn't need one
Netflix's status in Hollywood is already validated, and other areas like live sports are more consequential to its current business strategy.
See the lavish homes 6 billionaires are trying to offload — and why it could be tough for them to find buyers
Tech titans and wealthy heirs are selling properties from Boston to LA, but it can take a long time for pricey or unique homes to attract buyers.
My family moved from Florida to Portugal 4 years ago. Our cost of living was far lower, and many aspects of life surprised us.
A lower cost of living and tons of natural beauty were some of the biggest lifestyle differences we noticed after moving from Florida to Portugal.
Why Disney was willing to pay up for Fubo in its quest to launch a new sports streamer
The future of streaming sports is getting more complicated, Peter Kafka writes.
I'm an interior designer — here are 9 things I'd absolutely get at Williams Sonoma right now
From durable wooden cutting boards to KitchenAid stand mixers, these are the things I would buy at Williams Sonoma as an interior designer.
How Grand Antique marble became a lost luxury of the $65 billion marble industry
Grand Antique is a marble found in only one quarry in the world.
Accounting firms have been making more errors, but bosses are split on whether remote work is to blame
Nearly 160 executives and partners at six major US accounting firms were interviewed about why their firms were making more auditing errors.
I turned down a vice-president job that only offered 10 days off a year. As a mom of 2, I need more flexibility.
Sherri Carpineto was offered a vice president role. She turned it down because it only offered 10 days off per year for vacation and sick time.
Barnes & Noble boss is planning to open about 60 new stores in the US
James Daunt, a Brit who is also CEO of Waterstones in the UK, says a listing of the combined bookseller group could be on the cards.
Ex-director of Wharton MBA admissions says too many people mess up when answering a common interview question
Candidates risk losing an interviewer's interest when rambling about themself. A former MBA admissions director describes how to draw them in instead.
Meet the leaders of the Big 4, who jointly employ 1.5 million staff
PwC, Deloitte, EY, and KPMG are the four biggest accounting and consulting firms in the world. These are the leaders who run them.
A sober bar manager says every bar will have to serve non-alcoholic options to remain competitive. Here's how he keeps things fun.
Bar manager Eliott Edge told BI the surgeon general's warning about alcohol should get businesses thinking about how to serve fun without booze.
The top 15 gifts that Gen Z touted in their Christmas hauls, according to someone who watched hundreds of haul videos
If you want to keep in step with Gen Zers, here's a look at what they got for Christmas this year.
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The lowly neighborhood strip mall might be the hottest new thing in commercial real estate
Neighborhood strip malls are emerging as a surprising opportunity in commercial real estate, attracting major investors like Blackstone.
'Breaking Bad' house in Albuquerque valued at $350,000 is now on sale for $4 million
The longtime owners of Walter White's iconic house in the "Breaking Bad" TV show hope a buyer will turn it into something fans can enjoy.
How Ray Kroc built McDonald's from a small burger joint into a global fast-food empire
Ray Kroc transformed a small family-owned burger stand into McDonald's, the world's biggest fast-food empire.
15 AI-powered fintechs to watch in 2025
Find out which AI-focused fintech startups are capturing VC attention, offering innovative solutions in finance.
BI Today: Understanding retirees' regrets
In this Sunday edition of BI Today, we're talking about older Americans' retirement regrets.
If you want to work remotely this year, you might have to move jobs
Remote roles are dwindling for some workers as big companies recall employees. To work remotely, you might consider smaller firms or self-employment.
Shoppers are still cautious heading into 2025
Slowing inflation, potential tariffs, and a dip in consumer confidence are some of the mixed signals on how shoppers are feeling as 2025 begins.
14 cities where homebuyers have leverage thanks to rising inventory and falling prices
Home inventory has surged, bringing down prices and giving buyers leverage. Here are 14 top US cities for buyers, according to Realtor.com.
Baby boomer homeowners fear losing their properties as they spend down their savings
Some baby boomer homeowners are struggling to hang onto their homes as housing costs soar.
Warren Buffett dumped stocks, built a $300 billion cash pile, and updated his death plan in 2024. Here are his 6 highlights.
Warren Buffett paid tribute to the late Charlie Munger, gifted more than $6 billion to good causes, and sold $133 billion of stocks in nine months.
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How parents, tipped workers, and EV drivers could see their taxes change in Trump's year of 'tax Super Bowl'
Trump's package of tax cuts and tweaks from 2017 is set to expire this year. Here's what that means for you.
Here's what to expect for raises, promotions, and job seeking in 2025
Economists talked to Business Insider about their 2025 predictions for work opportunities, promotions, and return-to-office mandates.
We asked lawyers to size up Justin Baldoni's legal arguments against the NYT. Here's what they said.
Media lawyers said that it'd be hard for Justin Baldoni to prove libel but that the suit could be effective amid a broader strategy.
A supercommuter who makes a 3-hour trip several times a week shares why the perks outweigh the challenges
A 23-year-old who commutes from NYC to Baltimore said the long trip is worth it for the career benefits.
Booze companies are betting big on nonalcoholic drinks. Here's why.
Alcohol companies like Heineken, Constellation Brands, and AB InBev have been preparing for a customer culture shift toward nonalcoholic options.
The billionaire Panera founder imagines his death when planning his year ahead
Panera's founder, who now runs an investment fund, sees death as a motivator to be more successful in life.
Costco is standing by its DEI policy. Here's why.
Costco seems to be bucking the anti-DEI wave. Data suggests shareholders in the US still largely support diversity efforts amid vocal critics.
I lived in New York City and London. The British capital was cheaper and more welcoming, so I could plan my life long-term.
I found New York City to be full of life, but too expensive. Meanwhile, London wasn't as gloomy as I thought, and it was surprisingly more affordable.
5 renter-friendly ways to make an apartment feel more luxurious, according to interior designers
From creating symmetry within a room to incorporating rugs and mirrors, interior designers shared ways to make an apartment feel more luxurious.
A Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist said she quit The Washington Post after her Jeff Bezos cartoon was killed
Ann Telnaes said her cartoon aimed to criticize billionaire chief executives she said "have been doing their best to curry favor" with Donald Trump.
BI Today: No alcohol, no problem
In this Saturday edition of BI Today, we're talking all things health, including dry January, extreme fitness, and simple longevity tips.
3 tips for first-time homebuyers navigating a tough market
It was a lot easier for the average American to buy a house in the 1940s. How first-time homebuyers are dealing with a hostile housing market now.
Why 'neo-medievalism' could be a hot consumer trend in 2025
The trend embraces medieval aesthetics and reflects a rejection of modern tech culture, according to Wonderhood Studios.
The top 20 safest cities to live in the US, ranked
South Burlington, Vermont, topped the list of safest cities to live in the US. See what other places in America ranked.
3 trends that will shape the venture capital industry in the next decade
Venture capital expert Alex Witt shares how new fund managers, transformative technologies, and Africa will shape the industry in the next decade.
Elon Musk's next venture set to launch this year: a private preschool
Elon Musk's private preschool in Texas is accepting applications for up to 21 students with subsidized tuition in the first year.
Before and after photos show how a fire destroyed a market where much of the world's secondhand clothes end up
A fire destroyed as much as two-thirds of the world's largest secondhand clothing market in Accra, Ghana.
Who could win and lose after the surgeon general's alcohol-cancer link warning
The US Surgeon General's advisory on cancer and alcohol sent shares of beverage makers lower, but its effects may be much more widespread.
2 charts show how spending on most kinds of alcohol has declined in recent decades — especially among young adults
The US Surgeon General released a report directly linking alcohol to cancer. A BI analysis of alcohol spending shows how consumption has declined.