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Belfast Telegraph
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Belfast Telegraph
It was abundantly clear the BBC was in trouble... the jurors seemed to take to Gerry Adams
By refusing to settle with former SF president, corporation authored its own defeat Gerry Adams' victory over the BBC is a major milestone in the former Sinn Fein president's public story. It couldn't have come at a better time for him. Just months ago, he was literally a Disney villain. Nobody bar British Army general Sir Frank Kitson came across as more loathsome in the Say Nothing mini-series.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Stifel Financial reports April total client assets $485.55B
Stifel Financial (SF) reported selected operating results for April 30 in an effort to provide timely information to investors on certain key performance metrics. Due to the limited nature of this data, a consistent correlation to earnings should not be assumed. Ronald Kruszewski, chairman and CEO, said, 'Total client assets and fee-based assets increased 7% and 11%, respectively, from the same period a year ago, due to market appreciation and our continued success in recruiting productive financial advisors. On a month-on-month basis, both our total client assets and fee-based assets finished relatively in-line with March levels, despite significant volatility in the equities markets. Client money market and insured product balances decreased 5% in April as both Smart Rate and Sweep deposits were negatively impacted by typical seasonality.' Easily unpack a company's performance with TipRanks' new KPI Data for smart investment decisions Receive undervalued, market resilient stocks right to your inbox with TipRanks' Smart Value Newsletter Published first on TheFly – the ultimate source for real-time, market-moving breaking financial news. Try Now>> See the top stocks recommended by analysts >> Read More on SF: Disclaimer & DisclosureReport an Issue Stifel Financial price target lowered to $102 from $106 at Wells Fargo Stifel Financial: Positioned for Upside Amid Market Recovery and Strategic Growth Stifel Financial Reports Record First-Quarter Revenue Stifel Financial's Earnings Call: Record Revenue Amid Challenges Stifel Financial reports Q1 non-GAAP EPS 49c vs. $1.49 last year Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Mayor
04-05-2025
- Business
- Business Mayor
Industrial Design Case Study: Dremel's Next Generation Power Tools
As we saw with their new drill, in recent years Dremel has rolled out a line of innovative power tools. The industrial design firm behind this new generation of stepped-up tools is Michigan-based Sundberg Ferar. Dremel, renowned for inventing the high-speed rotary tool, has long been a leader in precision and craftsmanship. As the brand expands into mainstream power tool categories—such as drills, circular saws, and oscillating tools—they sought to evolve their identity to connect with a younger, more diverse, and entry-level skilled audience. Sundberg Ferar partnered with Dremel to develop a fresh Visual Brand Language (VBL) and design a new family of power tools tailored for this emerging consumer base. With an urgent market need following the COVID-19 lockdown, the project was executed on an aggressive timeline to bring innovative, accessible solutions to market quickly. Sundberg Ferar, known for its expertise in product design and innovation, excels at creating strategic, user-focused solutions that seamlessly blend aesthetics, functionality, and market relevance. Approaching the Dremel project, SF leveraged its deep expertise in Visual Brand Language (VBL) development and consumer insights to craft a fresh design language that would resonate with a younger, more diverse audience. Balancing brand heritage with modern expectations, SF executed a fast-paced, highly efficient process to ensure the new power tools met both Dremel's legacy of precision and the urgent market demand for innovative, accessible products. 'Dremel's Genius New Drill Is the Most Compelling 12V Power Tool I've Seen in Years'. –Ben Bowers, Chief content officer and co-founder of Gear Patrol Power tools have traditionally been designed with skilled DIYers and professional contractors in mind, often favoring an aggressive, highly masculine aesthetic that can feel intimidating to entry-level users. Sundberg Ferar's approach for Dremel prioritized accessibility, ensuring that the new tool range was more manageable in scale and featured intuitive, usability-focused design elements. By lowering the barrier to entry, these tools empower new users to build confidence, develop hands-on skills, and experience the satisfaction of creating with precision and ease. This new product line positions Dremel to capture untapped market potential by addressing a growing segment of consumers eager to develop DIY skills but hesitant to engage with traditionally aggressive, professional-grade tools. By identifying and responding to the needs of novice and casual users, Dremel is strategically expanding its reach beyond experienced craftsmen and tradespeople, tapping into a broader audience that includes hobbyists, crafters, and homeowners looking for approachable tools. Through its collaboration with Sundberg Ferar, Dremel has successfully introduced a product line centered around usability, accessibility, and confidence-building, carving out a unique white space in the power tool category. These thoughtfully designed tools empower new users by reducing intimidation factors commonly associated with high-powered professional equipment, ultimately encouraging more people to explore DIY projects with ease and enjoyment. This strategic shift not only reinforces Dremel's legacy of innovation and user-friendly design but also serves as a catalyst for long-term customer engagement. By making DIY more approachable, the brand is fostering stronger consumer loyalty, ensuring that first-time users remain within the Dremel ecosystem as they advance their skills. Additionally, this move creates opportunities for future product line extensions, allowing Dremel to continue expanding its portfolio within the entry-level power tool market. By establishing itself as the go-to brand for accessible, high-quality tools, Dremel is well-positioned to drive sustained growth, increase market penetration, and strengthen its competitive edge in the industry. You can see more of Sundberg Ferar's work here. Read More Use Virtual Twin Tech to Develop Semiconductors
San Francisco Chronicle
30-04-2025
- Business
- San Francisco Chronicle
These iconic S.F. products will be more expensive thanks to Trump's tariffs
Your favorite Bay Area products might not have been affected by President Donald Trump's burgeoning trade war yet, but it's going to happen to your burritos and strollers sooner than you think. The Chronicle is keeping tabs on when and how prices change. From burritos to Allbirds and iPhones, we're tracking how tariffs on foreign countries could impact the cost of some classically 'San Francisco' items. Many of these things are already expensive but could soon cost even more — though at least one of the city's iconic items won't see a price hike for some time. We'll be updating this page as a way to illustrate how the tariffs are being felt in our region. The total cost of each item is based on what someone living in San Francisco would pay, including taxes and fees. While Boba Guys says it uses more domestic-made ingredients than other boba shops, the Bay Area-based chain still relies on imported goods to make its popular drinks. Take the cult-favorite strawberry matcha latte. The strawberries come from Mexico, the matcha and tea are from Asia, and the boba itself is made with tapioca starch from Thailand. Even the eco-friendly bamboo straws are imported from Taiwan. If all of these items are hit by tariffs, a drink that's now almost $8 is likely to get more expensive. Baseball hat from Giants Dugout Store Baseball hat $49.99 Sales tax $4.31 TOTAL $54.30 You can't walk a block in this city without spotting the classic orange 'SF' stitched on a black cap. The Giants baseball hat would be part of the San Francisco uniform, if we had such a thing. But like most U.S. apparel, the bulk of these hats are made overseas. The flat-brim version retailing at $49.99 at the Giants Dugout Store is made in China, while the $34.99 classic version comes from Bangladesh. Given the proposed tariffs on these countries, prices could go up significantly — even for unofficial versions hawked for half the price by street vendors. Burrito from La Vaca Birria Grilled cheese birria burrito Grilled cheese birria burrito $23.00 Sales tax $1.98 TOTAL $24.98 No dish is more iconic to San Francisco than the Mission burrito, so we asked Ricardo Lopez, owner of the Chronicle's top-rated burrito taqueria, how tariffs might affect his popular — but already unusually costly — grilled cheese birria burrito. The ingredient he's most worried about is dried chiles. Lopez uses them to flavor his beef birria that simmers for six hours before going into burritos, tacos and other dishes on his menu. Despite their name, Mexican dried chiles rarely come from Mexico — the two bags Lopez had on hand that day were from China and India. A peek in his fridge showed mostly domestically grown produce, except for cherry tomatoes from Mexico. But that can change, as Lopez gets produce from his vendors who choose where to source their products from depending on the crop and costs. Lopez says he'll likely absorb the added cost if it's on just a few items. But if tariffs drive up the prices of all of his ingredients, even a $20+ burrito may cost a few more dollars. The Uppababy Cruz V2 is what all the newborns in San Francisco are cruising in these days — at least according to the new parents at the Chronicle. Wirecutter even called it the 'best full-featured stroller for daily urban use.' But this bougie ride is about to get even more expensive. The Cruz is jumping from $699 to $899 in a couple of weeks, said Johanna Bialkin, owner of Aldea Home & Baby in the Mission. Tariffs have already hit much of Bialkin's inventory. Toys are up 30% to 40%, and the popular Nuna Pipa Aire car seat increased by $20 in the last couple of weeks. Bialkin says parents should brace for strollers to cost at least $50 to $100 more across all price ranges. Yellowtail sashimi from Nijiya Market 1/2 lb. of hon hamachi sashimi 1/2 lb. of hon hamachi sashimi $20.00 TOTAL $20.00 Sushi is already a dining splurge, with the best omakases in the city reaching well over $100 per person. But even the more affordable options sold at grocery stores could get pricier, thanks to proposed tariffs. Nijiya Market in San Francisco's Japantown sells a variety of sushi-grade fish imported from around the world — salmon from Scotland, smoked salmon from Canada, tuna from the Philippines, and yellowtail and scallops from Japan. Edgar Sanchez, the floor manager, says the store's scallops and hon hamachi (a type of yellowtail common in sushi) are almost always imported from Japan, which could face a 24% tariff. Nijiya hasn't raised prices yet, but Sanchez expects price hikes in about a month, and they won't just be on fish. Vegetables like burdock and satoimo (Japanese taro) have historically been imported from China, but to avoid the high tariffs on Chinese imports, the store may look to source produce from other countries. These alternatives, however, are more costly than Chinese-grown vegetables to begin with. The Trump administration's steep tariffs on Asian countries have sent clothing retailers reeling. While many brands moved production out of China in recent years, most stayed within Asia and are still feeling the tariff pressure. Everlane, a San Francisco apparel brand known for its high-quality materials and transparent pricing, shifted much of its production to Vietnam and Sri Lanka, but the cashmere products are still made in China and hard to relocate — because the raw material comes from Inner Mongolia. One of Everlane's women's cashmere sweaters went for $100 back in 2019. Today, it's $158 (pretax). That price could keep climbing depending on where the China tariff rate lands. San Francisco's denim titan Levi Strauss & Co. makes much of its apparel in Asian countries, including Bangladesh, Cambodia and Vietnam. About 1% is made in China. Still, the company says it's mostly shielded from tariffs, at least in the short term. It has already imported its spring and summer inventory and said any future price hikes will be ' surgical ' rather than across the board. Levi's has also created a task force to explore cost cutting and other strategies before resorting to raising prices. If any apparel brand screams Silicon Valley tech, it's Allbirds. When the San Francisco-based shoe brand launched its wool sneakers in the late 2010s, it quickly became the 'it' shoe for tech workers, with even Google co-founder Larry Page and venture capitalist Ben Horowitz wearing them. But Allbirds would be exposed to tariffs on Vietnam, as the retailer manufactures its footwear there. Other shoe brands, including Nike and Skechers, may also be affected. The Specialized Allez has long been a top choice among budget road bikes for entry-level riders — perfect for weekend rides into the Marin hills. After taxes and shipping, it comes out to about $1,400 — a relative bargain when most other Specialized road bikes clock in between $3,000 and $10,000. But prices are expected to rise, as Specialized manufactures its products in Taiwan and China. Starting May 1, online shoppers may see a 10% 'tariff surcharge ' at checkout — a method the company prefers over raising prices because it helps consumers understand what they're paying for and gives the company flexibility to update or remove the charge as tariff rates change. A small latte from Andytown Coffee Roasters costs $6.25 (pre-tip), but it may soon cost an extra quarter for the same drink. Owner Lauren Crabbe says most of Andytown's beans come from Central and South America, as well as Thailand. Aside from coffee, she imports matcha from Japan and packaging used to sell coffee beans from Taiwan. So far, Crabbe hasn't paid any tariffs on these goods, but if that changes, she anticipates having to raise menu prices. In the past, price hikes have meant about 5% increases across the board, said Crabbe. That would push the $6.25 latte up to $6.50. Gasoline from the Chevron in SoMa 1 gallon of gas $4.99 TOTAL $4.99 Given the tariff exemptions on energy, the price of gasoline may not be directly impacted by tariffs. But gas prices tend to fluctuate at signs of economic downturn, and if tariffs cause the U.S. to fall into a recession, we may start to see volatility in the price of a gallon. Gas prices typically fall during recessions as consumers cut back on nonessentials. In late April, a gallon of regular gas cost $4.99 at the Chevron on Harrison Street in San Francisco near Interstate 80 — one of the most popular gas stations in the city, at least according to Google Maps reviews. Tesla Model Y Model Y $48,990.00 Destination fee $1,390.00 Order fee $250.00 Registration amount $321.00 Tire fee $7.00 Electronic reg/title filing fee $34.00 License fee $328.00 Sales tax $4,367.00 TOTAL $55,687.00 Despite recent backlash against Tesla CEO Elon Musk's role in the federal government, the Model Y remains extremely popular in the Bay Area. It was California's bestselling car over the past year, with more than 11,000 purchased by San Franciscans. Compared to other car companies, Tesla is considered to be best positioned to weather the Trump tariffs as it assembles all of its American-sold cars in California and Texas. Still, it imports 20% to 25% of car parts from foreign suppliers (excluding Canada), and 40% of materials used for its electric batteries come from China. Auto sales in general have ticked up in recent months as consumers panic-buy vehicles before Trump's 90-day tariff pause ends. Apple may have diversified its manufacturing since COVID, but 90% of its iPhones are still assembled in China. As a result, sources say Apple may need to increase prices by 17% to 18% across the board to account for added tariff costs. That kind of bump would push the starting price of an iPhone 16 Pro from under $1,000 to nearly $1,200. Trade-ins could offset some of the increase, but scoring a new edition iPhone for under $1,000 might soon feel like a thing of the past.
Yahoo
12-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Farmers devastated as pending crisis threatens future crops: 'This … will force farms to close'
A report from Successful Farming has spotlighted how ongoing international trade disputes influenced by President Donald Trump's foreign policy could impact American dinner tables. Trump has billed his reciprocal tariff plan — which imposed at least 10% tariffs on almost every country in the world — as a liberating force for the economy, though so far the stock market has suffered, with the S&P 500 down about 10% over the last week and 13% so far in 2025. As a result, prominent members of both the Democratic and Republican parties and leaders in numerous sectors have been voicing concerns about the tariff plans. America's $1.5 trillion (as of 2023) agriculture and related industries sector could be particularly impacted, according to experts and lawmakers interviewed by Successful Farming, or SF. Tariffs vary in amount, with Chinese goods levied at a cumulative 54%. For their part, China's leaders hit the U.S. with a 34% retaliation tariff, USA Today reported. As a result, some officials have worst-case scenario fears. "The losses from this trade war will force farms to close," Minnesota Democrat Angie Craig, the ranking Democratic member of the House Agriculture Committee, said in the SF article. The U.S. Agriculture Department estimated in February, before the latest tariffs, that exports this year will hit $170 billion while imports will be at $219 billion. Tariff fluctuations on those goods create a significant impact. For Trump, the measures address what the White House called a "national emergency" that will foster a resurgence for American workers. SF's piece outlined a lengthy list of food and other products that will likely cost more for the average person as a result of the levies. Along those lines, association officials representing the corn, wheat, and soybean industries voiced concerns in the report. "Approximately 15% of the U.S. corn crop is exported every year, and international markets are critical to our bottom line," National Corn Growers Association President Kenneth Hartman Jr. said in SF. What is the biggest reason you don't grow food at home? Not enough time Not enough space It seems too hard I have a garden already Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. The fallout across food products will likely vary. ABC News reported that fresh foods, produce, and packaged foods may see cost hikes sooner. Clothing, appliances, and cars may not be impacted until inventories are reduced. While some countries are responding with tariffs of their own, which could trigger a volley of levies, others are not. India, Taiwan, and Vietnam are among countries who, Forbes reported, seem open to negotiating, even in some cases nixing their own taxes to have the U.S. burden lowered. Trump said April 6 that he is open to making deals with trade partners, as well, according to CNN. The news came with mounting stock market pressure as a backdrop. Staying educated on the topic and voicing concerns to your local elected officials is a huge way to make an impact. And if prices on clothing and other everyday items become intolerable, try shopping at a thrift store. You can often find hidden gems at great discounts. You can also donate or sell some of your old clothes to make extra cash and keep the old duds from ending up in a landfill. As for food, try planting a backyard or porch-based garden this summer. You can save hundreds of bucks a year with homegrown produce. Mayo Clinic listed stress relief as a benefit of getting your hands dirty, too. Further, the TCD newsletter program and its Home and Guide editions — along with its all-encompassing Weekend Edition — are great ways to stay subscribed to a consistent stream of additional great ideas for money-saving tips and hacks. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
