A to Z Times
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August 2026

Business & Technology

AG Tax Services Takes A Long View Of Business Success

A to Z Times Contributor—AUGUST 31, 2026

For nearly forty years, AG Tax Services has helped entrepreneurs navigate tax complexity with proactive planning and trusted business guidance.

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U.S. Retail Slowdown Raises New Questions for Businesses

A to Z Times Contributor—AUGUST 14, 2026

American retailers experienced an unexpected decline in sales during July, providing new evidence that consumer spending may be losing momentum after a stronger period earlier in the year. Retail sales fell 0.2% from the previous month, according to newly released federal data. The decline was significant because consumer spending remains one of the most important

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Google’s New Pixel Devices Put AI at the Center of Consumer Technology

A to Z Times Contributor—AUGUST 12, 2026

Google introduced a new generation of Pixel devices as the technology company made artificial intelligence the central feature of its latest hardware strategy. The new lineup includes Pixel 11 smartphones, a foldable Pixel model, the Pixel Watch 5 and Pixel Tag. Across the products, Google emphasized deeper integration with its Gemini artificial intelligence system. The

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Pharma Investment Reshapes U.S. Manufacturing Technology

A to Z Times Contributor—AUGUST 10, 2026

The pharmaceutical industry is entering a major period of domestic expansion as global drugmakers commit hundreds of billions of dollars to U.S. manufacturing and research facilities. A Reuters analysis published Monday found that pharmaceutical companies including Eli Lilly, Pfizer, Roche, AstraZeneca, Johnson & Johnson and Novartis have announced roughly $500 billion in planned U.S. investments.

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U.S. Jobless Claims Rise as Labor Market Shows Signs of Gradual Cooling

A to Z Times Contributor—AUGUST 6, 2026

The U.S. labor market showed another sign of moderation on August 6 as new applications for unemployment benefits increased last week, providing fresh evidence that hiring conditions are gradually cooling after several years of unusually strong demand for workers. The Labor Department reported that initial claims for unemployment benefits rose to 226,000 for the week

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National Parks See Strong Summer Visitation as Americans Continue Exploring Outdoor Destinations

A to Z Times Contributor—AUGUST 2, 2026

America’s national parks continued welcoming large numbers of visitors on August 2 as the summer travel season remained in full swing. Across the country, families, outdoor enthusiasts, and international travelers visited parks, historic sites, and recreation areas, highlighting the continued popularity of public lands as destinations for vacations, education, and outdoor recreation. The National Park