Apple’s Dow influence, a fast food hiring spree and a classroom calamity

Apple shares hit new all-time highs ahead of its upcoming stock split, while Microsoft joins the chorus of companies speaking out against its App Store policies. We break down what the split could mean for weighting in the Dow, and whether Apple’s road to $3 trillion just got trickier.

Plus, a pandemic-induced hiring spree has led to nearly 500,000 new jobs in the fast food space. We discuss which restaurant names are leading the way, and who’s lagging behind in Rapid Fire.

And, according to a new Barron’s report, the economic fallout could reach $700 billion if America’s schools continue to remain closed. We explore all angles of this looming education crisis.