James Chen
James Chen — Editor-in-Chief at OwlyTimes, which he founded in 2025 with a small team of editors. Reports on markets with a CPA's suspicion and a reporter's notebook. Came to the project after seven years on a regional business desk in Chicago, where he learned to read footnotes before press releases. Numbers tell stories; he edits the stories so they tell the truth.
1488 articles published
Latest Articles
FinanceCincinnati Hotel Deal: High Stakes for Taxpayers (Analysis)
Uncover the hidden costs of Cincinnati's hotel deal! Our analysis reveals how public funds increasingly shield developers, shifting risk to taxpayers—and q...
BusinessGFiber Spin-Off: Google's $16.8B Loss & Broadband Shift
Unravel Google's $16.8B Fiber loss & surprising spin-off! Discover the strategic broadband shift fueled by AI demand & why Google's retreat makes sense.
BusinessSeattle Waterfront Boom: New Tax Signals Risk to Growth
Uncover the hidden risk! Seattle’s waterfront boom faces a $1.5B threat as a new tax could derail growth. Analyze how SB 6346 impacts investment & jobs.
FinanceNYC Deficit: Mamdani's Transparency Reveals Spending Surge
NYC's $4.5B deficit isn't about a weak economy—it's a spending surge! Uncover how Mayor Mamdani’s transparency reveals the fiscal risks facing the city.
FinanceKauai DMV Phishing: $2.3M Loss Signals Rising HI Cybercrime
Uncover how a $2.3M Kauai DMV phishing scam reveals a dangerous surge in Hawai’i cybercrime. We analyze the tactics & growing vulnerability—protect yoursel...
BusinessNavitas CFO Hire: $150M Revenue Impact Analysis
Uncover the strategic shift at Navitas Semiconductor! Our analysis reveals how the new CFO hire signals a crucial move toward efficient, profitable growth—...
BusinessEpstein’s $500M Network: Kahn Testimony Signals Wider Impact
Uncover the hidden connections! Kahn's testimony reveals how Epstein's $500M network exploited financial loopholes. Explore the system that enabled it.
FinanceBiden's Iran Gamble: Economic Pressure & Domestic Impact Analysis
Uncover Biden's Iran strategy: Is economic pressure a calculated gamble? Analyze the potential domestic fallout & global oil market impact—a crucial electi...
FinanceNexPoint's 2026 Vote: REIT Strategy Signal Analyzed
Decode NexPoint's surprising 2026 meeting announcement! Our analysis reveals a calculated REIT strategy, signaling patience & maximizing future options. Di...
BusinessVisalia's Main Street: Connection vs. Convenience—Analysis
Uncover why Visalia's Main Street thrives despite online giants. Our analysis reveals the surprising power of human connection driving local economies.
BusinessCA Business Boom: Fraud Signals Systemic Risk – Analysis
Uncover the hidden risk behind California’s business boom. Our analysis reveals a surge in potential fraud, exposing systemic vulnerabilities & impacting v...
BusinessGamehost's Margin Dip: A Casino Industry Shift?
Uncover the hidden story behind Gamehost's margin dip. Our analysis reveals a potential casino industry shift & escalating costs impacting profitability. L...