How wealthy families can prepare for aging parents, avoid succession crisis

Westend61 | Westend61 | Getty Images A version of this article first appeared in CNBC’s Inside Wealth newsletter with Robert Frank, a weekly guide to the high-net-worth investor and consumer. Sign up to receive future editions, straight to your inbox. Battles over aging parents and their fortunes are becoming increasingly common in wealthy families, with some requiring…

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‘His English was terrible’: Mumbai founder reveals why he hired the candidate who became his best employee

‘His English was terrible’: Mumbai founder reveals why he hired the candidate who became his best employee English fluency can often become an important part of job interviews in India. But what happens when a candidate struggles with the language while excelling at the actual work?Mumbai entrepreneur Kanan Bahl recently shared a hiring experience that…

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At Walmart, billions in tariff refunds soften the blow from slower sales growth

Walmart says it has received nearly $3 billion in tariff refunds — and used some of that windfall to cut prices for consumers strained by inflation. The refunds helped boost Walmart’s profit, according to the company’s quarterly earnings report Thursday. “Customers tell us they’re still feeling some pressure,” said Walmart CEO John Furner. “Having the…

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