Samantha Delouya
Samantha Delouya is a seasoned business journalist with experience across television and print media. She currently serves as a writer for CNN Business, where she covers the economy, labor issues, media companies and breaking business news. Prior to joining CNN in 2023, Delouya was a senior reporter at Business Insider and worked as an assignment desk producer and markets producer at CNBC. Based in Los Angeles, Delouya is a graduate of Cornell University where she studied industrial and labor relations.
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
85%
Examples:
- The author occasionally uses sensationalist language to create an emotional response in readers rather than providing factual information.
- The author sometimes provides evidence to support their claims, but often relies on their own interpretation of events without supporting evidence.
Conflicts of Interest
50%
Examples:
- In some cases, the author discloses potential conflicts of interest but does not elaborate on how these conflicts may have influenced their reporting.
- The author sometimes covers companies or industries in which they may have a personal or financial interest.
Contradictions
85%
Examples:
- In some articles, the author mentions contradictions in policies or actions by companies or governments but fails to provide evidence for these contradictions.
- Some articles contain contradictory information within the text itself.
Deceptions
70%
Examples:
- In some instances, the author uses misleading language or headlines to create a certain narrative.
- The author occasionally presents information out of context to manipulate readers' perceptions.
Recent Articles
Buffett Surprises Market with $6.7 Billion Chubb Investment
Broke On: Sunday, 01 October 2023Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway surprised the market by investing $6.7 billion in insurance firm Chubb, making it a top holding and sending the company's stock soaring. Buffett had kept his position confidential until its disclosure on May 15, 2024, after accumulating shares since Q3 2023. Chubb is a leading US property-casualty insurer with global operations in 54 countries. Berkshire's continued interest in the insurance sector follows its trimming of Apple stake. 
Renowned Mathematician and Billionaire Investor James Simons Passes Away at 86: A Look into His Life and Legacy
Broke On: Friday, 10 May 2024Renowned mathematician and billionaire investor James Simons, who co-founded the Simons Foundation and Renaissance Technologies, passed away at 86. He donated extensively to science, math, and education causes. 
Apple Apologizes for Controversial iPad Pro Ad: Celebrities, Users Criticize Destructive Imagery
Broke On: Thursday, 09 May 2024Apple apologizes for controversial iPad Pro ad showing destruction of creative tools, drawing criticism from internet users and celebrities. The company's vice president of marketing communications issued a statement to AdAge expressing regret and confirming the ad will no longer run on TV. Netflix Surpasses Expectations with Record-Breaking 9.3 Million Subscribers and 28.1% Operating Margins
Broke On: Thursday, 18 April 2024Netflix surpassed expectations with a record-breaking 9.3 million subscriber gain and a 28.1% operating margin in Q1, driven by password sharing crackdowns, an ad-supported tier, and price hikes. Despite revenue guidance missing estimates and stock price concerns, Netflix reported EPS of $5.28 and expanded offerings with deals like the SAG Awards and WWE Raw. SEC Approves Watered-Down Rule on Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reporting for Public Companies
Broke On: Wednesday, 06 March 2024The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved a rule requiring some public companies to report their greenhouse gas emissions and climate risks. The final version was watered down, with opponents arguing quantifying such emissions is difficult, especially from international suppliers or private companies. However, environmental groups argued that these are usually the largest part of any company's carbon footprint and many already track this information. 
Beyond Meat Surpasses Sales Expectations in Fourth Quarter, Stock Price Remains Volatile
Broke On: Wednesday, 28 February 2024Beyond Meat Inc. reported fourth-quarter sales that surpassed expectations, with revenue of $73.7 million beating the average analyst estimate of $66.8 million compiled by Bloomberg. sales in both the US and international channels also beat expectations. even though Beyond Meat's stock price has been volatile in recent years, it is a promising company that offers plant-based meat alternatives to consumers who are looking for healthier options. 
Netflix Ends In-App Purchase Option for Streaming Subscriptions on iOS Devices
Broke On: Tuesday, 27 February 2024Netflix has stopped allowing subscribers to pay for their streaming service through the App Store in-app purchase system due to not wanting to continue paying Apple a 15% cut of subscription fees. This change affects all existing customers who were using this method, and they will need to find an alternative payment option. 
Cisco Systems Announces 5% Global Workforce Cut Amid Tech Industry Layoffs
Broke On: Thursday, 15 February 2024Cisco Systems announces 5% global workforce cut, affecting 4,250 jobs. The layoffs are part of the company's restructuring efforts to focus on AI and security opportunities. Cisco plans to acquire Splunk for $28 billion as it seeks to lead in security and observability in the age of AI. 
Israel's Sovereign Downgrade: Political Risk and Military Conflict with Hamas
Broke On: Saturday, 10 February 2024Israel received its first-ever sovereign downgrade from Moody's Investors Service due to ongoing military conflict with Hamas, which weakens its executive and legislative institutions and fiscal strength. The Israeli economy is strong but the downgrade was not connected to it. 
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Wins Legal Battle Against Walt Disney Co.
Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024In a legal victory for Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, a federal judge in Tallahassee dismissed on Wednesday a lawsuit filed by the Walt Disney Co. over the state's dismantling of the entertainment giant's special taxing district.