Press Digest: New York Times business news - April 24

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24/04/2026 07:40

April 24 (Reuters) - The following are the top stories on the New York Times business pages. Reuters has not verified these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy.

- The Pentagon's rapid buildup of forces in the Middle East is straining U.S. military readiness for potential confrontations with rivals such as Russia and China, U.S. administration and congressional officials said.

- Microsoft MSFT.O offered early retirement to thousands of long-serving employees as it looks to trim its workforce while ramping up investment in artificial intelligence.

- Nike NKE.N said it is going to cut about 1,400 roles in its global operations.

- Warner Bros Discovery WBD.O shareholders backed the company's proposed $111 billion merger with Paramount Skydance PSKY.O.

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