2025 So Far—In 9 Big Numbers

Jul 04, 2025, 06:30am EDT A check of America’s vital signs shows a country extremely worried about money—with a growing long-term unemployed population—that’s also blessedly less violent and suddenly enjoying movies in theaters more. Especially if there are no mirrors on the wall. Allison Robbert/AFP/Getty-Images 55% Elon Musk’s disapproval rating hits a new low. VIEW…

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Galeries Lafayette Haussmann enjoys rapid growth, amid store revamp and tourism boom

Business at Galeries Lafayette’s famed Boulevard Haussmann flagship is booming this year, amid a huge flood of tourists into the nation’s capital, and a significantly refreshed retail offer. Outside the Galeries Lafayette store in Paris – Courtesy In the first half of 2025, the flagship achieved double-digit sales growth, outperforming the estimated 9% increase in…

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