Business

Billionaire Kraft on Sheeran’s Aid Request Amid Controversy

Updated 2026-09-17 09:25 UTC 2 sources Neutral

Robert Kraft, owner of the New England Patriots, revealed that Ed Sheeran approached him for a $2 million donation amid controversy over Macklemore's comments. The incident highlights tensions in the music industry.

Coverage timeline — 2 articles

CNBC

Billionaire Kraft says Ed Sheeran sought $2 million aid donation from him amid fracas over Macklemore's Palestine comments

Robert Kraft said Ed Sheeran asked him to commit $2 million toward humanitarian aid amid the controversy over Macklemore’s removal from Sheeran’s U.S. tour

2026-09-17 08:24 UTC

MarketWatch

Why the S&P 500 could still advance after a Fed hike, according to a Wall Street strategist

The investment bank found that stocks in the energy and information technology sectors on average perform the best one year after an interest-rate hike by the Federal Reserve.

2026-09-17 09:16 UTC