Ece Yildirim
Ece Yildirim is a digital rotational program associate for CNBC. She graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2023 with a bachelor's degree in philosophy, politics and economics.
Biography:
https://www.cnbc.com/ece-yildirim-bio/
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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 biased language to favor the companies being reported on.
- There is an instance of the author quoting a source in a way that could be seen as manipulating reader emotions.
Conflicts of Interest
100%
Examples:
- However, it should be noted that the author's employer, CNBC, is a business news organization and could potentially have financial ties to the companies being reported on.
- There are no direct examples of conflicts of interest in the articles provided.
Contradictions
62%
Examples:
- Another article reports that Tractor Supply plans to prioritize land and water conservation initiatives instead of curbing carbon emissions by 50% by 2030 and reaching net-zero in the decade after that, which could be seen as a contradiction.
- In one article, it is mentioned that McDonald's sales fell despite offering discounts, indicating a contradictory situation.
Deceptions
75%
Examples:
- Another instance of deception is quoting a source (Airlines for America) out of context in order to cast doubt on the new fee disclosure rule.
- In one article, the author uses the phrase 'growing wave of anti-DEI sentiment' to manipulate readers' emotions.
Recent Articles
McDonald's Navigates Inflation Challenges: Consumers Reconsider Spending on Value Meals
Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024McDonald's grapples with declining sales due to consumer spending shifts amid inflation, extending $5 value meal promotion to boost business and adapt to economic pressures. Dollar General Agrees to Pay $12M Fine, Improve Workplace Safety in Over 19,000 Stores After Repeated Violations
Broke On: Thursday, 11 July 2024Discount retailer Dollar General agrees to pay $12M fine, improve workplace safety in 19,000 US stores following numerous safety violation allegations by the US Department of Labor and OSHA. The settlement includes hiring additional safety managers, extensive employee training, reducing merchandise levels to keep emergency exits accessible and establishing a Safety Operations Center. 
Tractor Supply Eliminates DEI Roles and LGBTQ Support, Prioritizes Land and Water Conservation
Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024Tractor Supply, a major rural lifestyle retailer in the US with over 50,000 employees and 2,250 stores across 49 states, has eliminated diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) roles and support for the LGBTQ community as part of new environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives. The company previously aimed to reduce carbon emissions by 50% by 2030 but now focuses on land and water conservation instead. This decision was met with criticism from some quarters but also backing from conservative activists. Tractor Supply's market valuation is around $29 billion. 
FedEx Evaluating Potential Spin-off of Freight Unit Amidst Strong Earnings and Industry Shifts
Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024FedEx, a leading delivery and logistics company, is considering significant changes to its business structure, including the potential sale or spin-off of its profitable Freight unit worth $50 billion. The move comes after FedEx reported strong earnings for Q4 2023 and amidst ongoing cost-cutting measures aiming to save $4 billion by 2025. Competitors UPS and Old Dominion Freight Line have also made sector moves, with UPS selling its trucking business and freight brokerage business, while Old Dominion had a market cap of $38.7 billion as of Wednesday. McDonald's Addresses Misleading Price Increase Reports: Affordability Remains a Priority
Broke On: Wednesday, 29 May 2024McDonald's refutes claims of Big Mac price doubling, emphasizing affordability and value leadership despite industry-wide inflation pressures. 
Spirit AeroSystems Announces Layoffs of 400-450 Hourly Employees Due to Slower Boeing Delivery Rates and High Inventory Levels
Broke On: Thursday, 16 May 2024Spirit AeroSystems, Boeing's largest supplier, announces layoffs of 400-450 hourly employees due to slower delivery rates of commercial aircraft. The reduction in workforce is attributed to high inventory levels and the need to align with customer needs. First-quarter deliveries decreased by 31% compared to the same period in 2023, and overall deliveries were down 11.3%. About 70% of Spirit AeroSystems' revenue comes from Boeing, and the company is currently in talks to be acquired by Boeing. 
Major US Airlines Sue Transportation Department Over New Regulations Mandating Up-front Disclosure of Fees
Broke On: Monday, 13 May 2024Major US airlines and their trade group, Airlines for America, have filed lawsuits against the Transportation Department over new regulations requiring up-front disclosure of fees. The lawsuit argues that the rules are an overreach and could confuse customers. The regulations, set to go into effect on July 1, aim to save consumers $500 million annually by ending 'bait-and-switch' tactics and making it easier for travelers to compare flight costs.