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1. Home prices are getting slightly more affordable, but down payments are still holding buyers back

2. These restaurant chains closed locations in 2025

3. Tech startup Hyphen is bringing AI to the lunch line — with help from Cava and Chipotle

4. Here’s what to expect for commercial real estate in 2026

5. GM's record stock performance beats Tesla, Ford and other automakers in 2025

6. Restaurants' hottest menu item in 2025 was 'value.' That won't change next year

7. Airlines cancel 1,400 more flights but disruptions from winter storm ease. Here’s what to know

8. Tariffs hit boots, bags and more as leather prices jump — and relief could be years away

9. Free streaming service Tubi is rivaling major players for viewership. Here's how it's winning

10. Tanger CEO says retailers are 'discounting to meet the consumer' this holiday season

11. Southwest's profits are down 42% this year but it's the top U.S. airline stock

12. EV realism is here. How automakers react in 2026 will be telling

13. Holiday retail spending rose 4.2% this season, driven by e-commerce and electronics: Visa report

14. FDA approves first GLP-1 pill for obesity from Wegovy maker Novo Nordisk

15. Why Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders might opt for Paramount's offer — and why they might not

16. Paramount guarantees Larry Ellison backing in amended WBD bid

17. The NBA is pursuing ownership groups for a potential basketball league in Europe

18. Brick trophies, a life-size pink Cadillac and a team sponsorship: Why Lego is going all in on F1

19. Supplements in your stocking: Why wellness gifts are gaining steam for the holidays and beyond

20. Disney's 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' disappoints with weak $88 million domestic opening