http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:06:13 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/real-estate/2026/06/03/real-estate-transfers-6-3-1-1/stories/20260603001 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/real-estate/2026/06/03/real-estate-transfers-6-3-1-1/stories/20260603001#comments Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:26:39 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/real-estate/2026/06/03/real-estate-transfers-6-3-1-1/stories/20260603001 May 22-May 28, 2026 Real estate transfers https://www.toledoblade.com/business/automotive/2026/06/03/ford-recall-for-seat-belt-issue-and-a-do-not-drive-order-for-some-bronco-sport-and-maverick-vehicles/stories/20260603088 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/automotive/2026/06/03/ford-recall-for-seat-belt-issue-and-a-do-not-drive-order-for-some-bronco-sport-and-maverick-vehicles/stories/20260603088#comments Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:50:25 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/automotive/2026/06/03/ford-recall-for-seat-belt-issue-and-a-do-not-drive-order-for-some-bronco-sport-and-maverick-vehicles/stories/20260603088 Ford is recalling almost 420,000 vehicles because of a seat belt issue that may result in an injury if a crash occurs. The company logo is shown on the grille of an unsold 2026 F-series pickup truck on the lot of a Ford dealership Nov. 2, 2025, in Littleton, Colo. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/stock-market/2026/06/02/wall-street-inches-more-records-booming-ai-stocks/stories/20260602120 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/stock-market/2026/06/02/wall-street-inches-more-records-booming-ai-stocks/stories/20260602120#comments Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:54:03 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/stock-market/2026/06/02/wall-street-inches-more-records-booming-ai-stocks/stories/20260602120 NEW YORK — The U.S. stock market inched to more records Tuesday as winners of the artificial-intelligence boom kept driving higher. Traders Edward McCarthy, left, and Robert Charmak work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on June 1. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/06/02/gamification-and-memes-lure-young-people-to-sports-wagering-apps-prediction/stories/20260601009 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/06/02/gamification-and-memes-lure-young-people-to-sports-wagering-apps-prediction/stories/20260601009#comments Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:23:03 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/06/02/gamification-and-memes-lure-young-people-to-sports-wagering-apps-prediction/stories/20260601009 When Rory McIlroy won the Masters for the second year in a row, Kalshi shared a photo of him on Instagram with the words, “Wait he’s goated.” When a video of NBA player Damian Lillard recovering from an injury circulated online, Kalshi’s main competitor Polymarket posted, “The league is cooked.” FanDuel, DraftKings and other online gambling apps are displayed on a phone in San Francisco, Sept. 26, 2022. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/stock-market/2026/06/01/oil-prices-rise-not-enough-keep-wall-street-more-records/stories/20260601082 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/stock-market/2026/06/01/oil-prices-rise-not-enough-keep-wall-street-more-records/stories/20260601082#comments Mon, 01 Jun 2026 22:31:23 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/stock-market/2026/06/01/oil-prices-rise-not-enough-keep-wall-street-more-records/stories/20260601082 NEW YORK — Oil prices rose Monday following the latest fighting to threaten the U.S.-Iran ceasefire, but Wall Street isn’t very worried, and U.S. stocks ticked to more records. Trader Edward Curran works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on June 1. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/automotive/2026/06/01/french-auto-supplier-announces-factory-in-rossford-more-than-500-jobs/stories/20260601067 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/automotive/2026/06/01/french-auto-supplier-announces-factory-in-rossford-more-than-500-jobs/stories/20260601067#comments Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:51:09 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/automotive/2026/06/01/french-auto-supplier-announces-factory-in-rossford-more-than-500-jobs/stories/20260601067 OPmobility, a French automotive supplier, announced it is opening a plant in Rossford in late 2027 that will employ more than 500 people. OPmobility plans to open a production facility in Rossford by late 2027. OPmobility plans to open a production facility in Rossford by late 2027. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/energy/2026/06/01/america-s-pile-of-emergency-oil-is-shrinking-fast/stories/20260528097 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/energy/2026/06/01/america-s-pile-of-emergency-oil-is-shrinking-fast/stories/20260528097#comments Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:27:37 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/energy/2026/06/01/america-s-pile-of-emergency-oil-is-shrinking-fast/stories/20260528097 When he launched his presidential campaign in late 2022, then-candidate Donald Trump blasted his successor for aggressively releasing oil from America’s emergency stockpile ahead of the midterm elections. The Strategic Petroleum Reserve storage on October 19, 2022, in Freeport, Texas. The sun rises behind a crude oil storage facility on May 5, 2020, in Cushing, Oklahoma. The silhouette of contractors are seen working to replace piping above a subterranean salt cavern at the US Department of Energy's Bryan Mound Strategic Petroleum Reserve in Freeport, Texas, on June 9, 2016. US Department of Energy personnel examine wellheads located on top of oil-filled subterranean salt caverns at the Bryan Mound Strategic Petroleum Reserve in Freeport, Texas, on June 9, 2016. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/06/01/one-tech-tip-your-next-job-interview-could-be-with-an-ai-bot/stories/20260601008 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/06/01/one-tech-tip-your-next-job-interview-could-be-with-an-ai-bot/stories/20260601008#comments Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:29:03 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/06/01/one-tech-tip-your-next-job-interview-could-be-with-an-ai-bot/stories/20260601008 Have you applied for a new job? If you’ve been shortlisted, get ready to be interviewed by artificial intelligence. Hiring sign for sales professionals is displayed at a store, in Vernon Hills, Ill., April 15. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/personal-finance/2026/06/01/money-matters-six-tax-tips-you-should-start-thinking-about-now/stories/20260525005 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/personal-finance/2026/06/01/money-matters-six-tax-tips-you-should-start-thinking-about-now/stories/20260525005#comments Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:25:03 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/personal-finance/2026/06/01/money-matters-six-tax-tips-you-should-start-thinking-about-now/stories/20260525005 Now that tax season is over, you’re probably tempted to not think about taxes again until next year. That could be a costly mistake. Asking the right questions throughout the year could help you financially come next tax season. In the long run, this could have a substantial impact on your wealth. A sign outside the Internal Revenue Service building is photographed May 4, 2021, in Washington. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/05/31/ai-is-changing-the-internet-forever/stories/20260531067 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/05/31/ai-is-changing-the-internet-forever/stories/20260531067#comments Sun, 31 May 2026 11:04:04 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/05/31/ai-is-changing-the-internet-forever/stories/20260531067 There’s a simple reason Google is making sweeping changes to its iconic, decades-old search engine: users are making complicated requests. Attendees walk past a Google sign at Google I/O on May 19 in Mountain View, Calif. People walk at Google's I/O 2026 developer conference in Mountain View, Calif, on May 19. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/personal-finance/2026/05/31/is-your-cautious-retirement-spending-doing-more-harm-than-good/stories/20260531066 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/personal-finance/2026/05/31/is-your-cautious-retirement-spending-doing-more-harm-than-good/stories/20260531066#comments Sun, 31 May 2026 11:05:34 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/personal-finance/2026/05/31/is-your-cautious-retirement-spending-doing-more-harm-than-good/stories/20260531066 When we were children, it was common to be afraid of the boogeyman. As we age, the boogeyman gets replaced with a new fear:  running out of money in retirement. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/retail/2026/05/31/korean-pancake-purple-oreo-k-pop-bts/stories/20260531065 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/retail/2026/05/31/korean-pancake-purple-oreo-k-pop-bts/stories/20260531065#comments Sun, 31 May 2026 11:04:30 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/retail/2026/05/31/korean-pancake-purple-oreo-k-pop-bts/stories/20260531065 Oreo is teaming up with K-pop supergroup BTS for a bit of marketing dynamite that capitalizes on consumers’ growing interest in global flavors. The new Oreo and BTS collaboration cookies. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/retail/2026/05/30/armbruster-ridi-named-finalists-regional-entrepreneur-award/stories/20260519090 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/retail/2026/05/30/armbruster-ridi-named-finalists-regional-entrepreneur-award/stories/20260519090#comments Sat, 30 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/retail/2026/05/30/armbruster-ridi-named-finalists-regional-entrepreneur-award/stories/20260519090 There will always be a demand for the services of Clean Team. Dan Ridi Clean Team is showcased in Holland on May 21. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/05/30/paypal-s-online-checkout-empire-under-siege-competitors/stories/20260530007 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/05/30/paypal-s-online-checkout-empire-under-siege-competitors/stories/20260530007#comments Sat, 30 May 2026 10:16:39 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/05/30/paypal-s-online-checkout-empire-under-siege-competitors/stories/20260530007 NEW YORK — PayPal helped invent online checkout. Nearly three decades later, it’s struggling to defend its turf. The PayPal logo hangs displayed outside their company headquarters on March 10, 2015, in San Jose, Calif. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/retail/2026/05/30/drive-thru-coffee-chain-7-brew-undercaffeinated-america/stories/20260530009 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/retail/2026/05/30/drive-thru-coffee-chain-7-brew-undercaffeinated-america/stories/20260530009#comments Sat, 30 May 2026 10:16:07 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/retail/2026/05/30/drive-thru-coffee-chain-7-brew-undercaffeinated-america/stories/20260530009 A new coffee chain may be headed to a town near you, and it’s not Starbucks or Dunkin’. 7 Brew's drive-thru stands, which also accept walk-up orders, are reminiscent of decades-old competitors like Scooter's Coffee and Dutch Bros. Arkansas-based 7 Brew is a rapidly expanding coffee chain aiming to operate more than 1,000 drive-thru stands within a year. Utah-based influencer Mayra Okechukwu posts drink reviews of 7 Brew orders, often based on recommendations from other customers. Jesslynne Mann occasionally picks up 7 Brew drinks and orders for her coworkers in Kentucky. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/automotive/2026/05/30/behind-the-wheel-the-five-least-expensive-new-cars-you-can-buy-in-2026/stories/20260530008 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/automotive/2026/05/30/behind-the-wheel-the-five-least-expensive-new-cars-you-can-buy-in-2026/stories/20260530008#comments Sat, 30 May 2026 10:16:18 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/automotive/2026/05/30/behind-the-wheel-the-five-least-expensive-new-cars-you-can-buy-in-2026/stories/20260530008 Buying a car is a major investment, especially when everyday costs keep rising. It can seem especially daunting given that the average price of a new vehicle is close to $50,000 in 2026. This is why the experts at Edmunds have compiled a list of the five least expensive vehicles on sale in 2026. The 2026 Hyundai Venue, a subcompact SUV, is a bit of a "no-frills" vehicle, but it's affordable and works well for daily transportation. The 2026 Chevrolet Trax is one of the most affordable SUVs on sale today, and you won't have to sacrifice as much as that price suggests. The 2026 Kia K4, which is available as a sedan or hatchback, impresses with its spacious interior and generous list of standard features. The 2026 Sentra is Nissan's entry-level sedan and boasts a stylish look and lots of modern conveniences. The 2026 Hyundai Elantra sedan has a lot of upside if you're looking for an affordable and practical ride. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/stock-market/2026/05/29/us-stocks-gain-ground-adding-their-records-dell-soars/stories/20260529105 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/stock-market/2026/05/29/us-stocks-gain-ground-adding-their-records-dell-soars/stories/20260529105#comments Fri, 29 May 2026 23:23:22 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/stock-market/2026/05/29/us-stocks-gain-ground-adding-their-records-dell-soars/stories/20260529105 Wall Street pushed further into the record books Friday, as the major stock indexes extended the market’s recent winning streak and closed out a solid month of gains. Options trader Steven Rodriguez, center, works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on May 29. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/development/2026/05/29/van-wert-announces-agreement-for-10b-data-center-development/stories/20260529091 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/development/2026/05/29/van-wert-announces-agreement-for-10b-data-center-development/stories/20260529091#comments Fri, 29 May 2026 15:18:56 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/development/2026/05/29/van-wert-announces-agreement-for-10b-data-center-development/stories/20260529091 VAN WERT, Ohio — QTS, a data center developer, will construct a $10 billion data center consisting of seven buildings across 902 acres near U.S. 30. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/05/29/entrepreneur-bets-ai-support-small-businesses/stories/20260514031 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/05/29/entrepreneur-bets-ai-support-small-businesses/stories/20260514031#comments Fri, 29 May 2026 14:03:38 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/05/29/entrepreneur-bets-ai-support-small-businesses/stories/20260514031 Most small businesses don’t make it to their fifth birthday. Sarah Horn, founder of Manifest, a company that aims to support small business owners with AI tools and expert coaching, stands inside the Main Library in Toledo on May 18. Sarah Horn, founder of Manifest, stands inside the Main Library in Toledo on May 18. Sarah Horn, founder of Manifest, stands inside the Main Library in Toledo on May 18. Sarah Horn, founder of Manifest, stands inside the Main Library in Toledo on May 18. Owner of A Walk in the Park Dirk Broersma gets a kiss from Milo, a dachshund, in Maumee in 2021. T Elizabeth Bauer, a dog daycare counselor at A Walk in the Park, works with dogs at the Maumee facility. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/05/29/blue-origin-rocket-explodes-on-the-launch-pad-during-an-engine-firing-test/stories/20260529085 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/05/29/blue-origin-rocket-explodes-on-the-launch-pad-during-an-engine-firing-test/stories/20260529085#comments Fri, 29 May 2026 10:38:17 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/05/29/blue-origin-rocket-explodes-on-the-launch-pad-during-an-engine-firing-test/stories/20260529085 CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — A rocket belonging to Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin exploded during a test at the launch pad Thursday night, shaking nearby homes and briefly painting the sky orange. A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket stands ready for launch at the Cape Canaveral Space Force station in Cape Canaveral, Fla., April 18. A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket explodes during an engine-firing test on May 28 in Cape Canaveral, Fla.