Lauren Hirsch,

Lauren Hirsch is a reporter at The New York Times, where she covers deals and the biggest stories on Wall Street. She has broken news of several major mergers and acquisitions, including the $11 billion leverage buyout of Dunkin' Brands and JetBlue's $3.6 billion bid for Spirit Airlines. Prior to joining The Times, she was a reporter at CNBC, where she covered retail and later the intersection of business and policy. She has an M.B.A from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College.

Biography:  https://www.nytimes.com/by/lauren-hirsch

65%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
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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

86%

Examples:

  • At CNBC, she covered retail for two years, breaking news of Toys
  • Lauren Hirsch joined The New York Times from CNBC in 2020, covering deals and the biggest stories on Wall Street.

Conflicts of Interest

69%

Examples:

  • Arkhouse Management and Brigade Capital Management said in a news release that they were now offering $24 per share, valuing the retailer at $6.6 billion.

Contradictions

86%

Examples:

  • Frank McCourt's goal is to create an 'alternative to the current internet' and rethink how data is used on the app.
  • If ByteDance cannot find a buyer for TikTok, it may be forced to shut down in the United States.

Deceptions

40%

Examples:

  • The article does not disclose any details about the identity, background, or track record of Arkhouse Management and Brigade Capital Management.
  • The article does not disclose any information about the regulatory approval process for the proposed deal.
  • The article does not disclose any sources for the claims made by Arkhouse Management and Brigade Capital Management.

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Broke On: Wednesday, 15 May 2024 Billionaire Frank McCourt aims to buy TikTok, addressing privacy concerns and giving users control over their data in a potential $100 billion deal. The social media giant, which connects over 170 million users worldwide, faces pressure from the US government due to its Chinese ownership. McCourt plans to seek funding and advisement for this 'people's bid', aiming to create a platform that respects individuals' rights.
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Broke On: Friday, 03 May 2024 Paramount Global, the owner of CBS and MTV, faces uncertain future as two potential suitors make offers; however, insiders suggest that neither deal may come to fruition. Skydance Media-RedBird Capital Partners and Sony Pictures Entertainment-Apollo Global Management proposals are under evaluation by Paramount's board special committee.
Arkhouse and Brigade Capital Management Raise Bid for Macy's Stock to $24 per Share, Valuing Company at $6.6 Billion

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Broke On: Monday, 04 March 2024 Arkhouse Management and Brigade Capital Management have raised their bid for Macy's stock they do not already own to $24 per share, valuing the company at $6.6 billion and representing an attractive alternative solution through a sale of the company.
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