Alex Veiga

AP Business Writer

How to Ease the Pain of Physical Inventory Counts

How to Ease the Pain of Physical Inventory Counts

While physical inventory counts are a necessary evil, they don't need to be such a significant burden.

In this Aug. 31, 2018, file photo CBD buds of chocolate by Chronic Candy are displayed at the Big Industry Show at the Los Angeles Convention Center. From skin-care lotions to bottled water, cannabis companies are rolling out a growing array of consumer products infused with a chemical found in marijuana called cannabidiol, or CBD.

CBD Oil is in Ever More Products

CBD product makers say they promote general health and well-being.

Tesla Model Y Ap

Tesla Unveils Model Y SUV

"It has the functionality of an SUV, but it will ride like a sports car," CEO Elon Musk told the crowd.

In this file photo, work continues on a new development in Fair Lawn, N.J.

Builder Optimism Growing

U.S. homebuilders are feeling more confident about their prospects, reflecting strong demand for new homes.

In this April 23, 2018, file photo a customer prepares to make his selection among the various offerings at the gasoline pump in Richland, Miss. Crude oil prices are at the highest level in more than three years and expected to climb higher, pushing up gasoline prices along the way.

Expensive Driving Season Begins

The U.S. daily national average for regular gasoline is now $2.81 per gallon.

Homebuilding Market on the Rise

Positive sentiments in this market bode well for the economy as a whole.

In this file photo, a carpenter works on the siding of a new townhouse. On Monday, May 16, 2016, the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo releases its May index of builder sentiment.

Homebuilder Sentiment Steady

Builders' outlook for sales over the next six months increased to the highest level since December.