Kelsey Butler
@itskelseybutler.bsky.social
Bloomberg News emerging markets reporter, focused on Mexico. Reality TV and Yankees super fan. Rooting for everybody Black. Email: kbutler55@bloomberg.net
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Finally made my way over to this app! I'm a reporter covering equality issues in politics & the workplace at @bloomberg.com -- topics like abortion, child care and Black wealth. Going to try to spend more time sharing my stories (mostly with gift links 😜) here!
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I spoke with @itskelseybutler.bsky.social at Bloomberg today about cane sugar, corn syrup, and the Mexico SSB tax: “You can’t think of a sugar sweetened beverage tax as a cure for all our public health nutrition ills, but it’s one piece of the recipe for success.”
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Do Taxes on Sugary Drinks Reduce Consumption?
Hey, it’s Kelsey in Mexico City, where the federal government recently pitched a hike on a sugary drinks tax to boost public health. More on that in a moment, but first ...
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September 19, 2025 at 5:24 PM
I spoke with @itskelseybutler.bsky.social at Bloomberg today about cane sugar, corn syrup, and the Mexico SSB tax: “You can’t think of a sugar sweetened beverage tax as a cure for all our public health nutrition ills, but it’s one piece of the recipe for success.”
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Bad Bunny's residency on his home island is going to pump about $181 million into the Puerto Rican economy, @jimwyss.bsky.social @itskelseybutler.bsky.social report. Gift link: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
The Bad Bunny Bump: Star’s Residency Boosts Puerto Rican Economy
Fans are booking flights and hotel rooms to catch the star’s 30-show summer stay in his island home.
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July 10, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Bad Bunny's residency on his home island is going to pump about $181 million into the Puerto Rican economy, @jimwyss.bsky.social @itskelseybutler.bsky.social report. Gift link: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
For a company drowning in debt, Pemex is enjoying a rare wave of investor optimism. Buyers are snapping up the driller’s bonds, betting President Claudia Sheinbaum can stabilize its finances and restore credibility for the state-owned giant. (Gift link) www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Investors Bet Sheinbaum Can Rescue Pemex Where Others Failed
For a company drowning in debt, Petroleos Mexicanos SA is enjoying a rare wave of investor optimism. Buyers are snapping up the driller’s bonds, betting President Claudia Sheinbaum can stabilize its f...
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June 6, 2025 at 3:54 PM
For a company drowning in debt, Pemex is enjoying a rare wave of investor optimism. Buyers are snapping up the driller’s bonds, betting President Claudia Sheinbaum can stabilize its finances and restore credibility for the state-owned giant. (Gift link) www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
It’s a Mexico election unlike any other. No sports stadiums packed with the party faithful. The smiling faces of normally omnipresent candidates almost completely absent on TV. But the stakes couldn’t be higher. Gift link for a banger of a story by Maya Averbuch, Alex Vasquez: tinyurl.com/5n97eaxk
Mexico’s Judicial Reform Is Now In the Hands of Confused Voters
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May 28, 2025 at 4:42 PM
It’s a Mexico election unlike any other. No sports stadiums packed with the party faithful. The smiling faces of normally omnipresent candidates almost completely absent on TV. But the stakes couldn’t be higher. Gift link for a banger of a story by Maya Averbuch, Alex Vasquez: tinyurl.com/5n97eaxk
NEW: Mexican stocks surged to an all-time high this week, buoyed by a post-Liberation Day bounce and tracking a broader rally in Latin American equities. (Gift link) tinyurl.com/3z65det8
Mexico Stocks Hit Record as Tariff Respite Boosts Risky Assets
Mexican stocks surged to an all-time high on Tuesday, buoyed by a post-Liberation Day bounce and tracking a broader rally in Latin American equities.
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May 28, 2025 at 12:47 PM
NEW: Mexican stocks surged to an all-time high this week, buoyed by a post-Liberation Day bounce and tracking a broader rally in Latin American equities. (Gift link) tinyurl.com/3z65det8
Having the week from hell, and rain for Beyoncé + Memorial Day weekend is really going to be the last straw for me… 😤
May 22, 2025 at 12:25 AM
Having the week from hell, and rain for Beyoncé + Memorial Day weekend is really going to be the last straw for me… 😤
NEW: A Republican proposal to tax remittances would deliver an economic blow to some of the US’s poorest neighbors, including a close ally of Trump. One think tank conservatively estimates it could lead to a 10% drop in volume of remittances sent. (Gift link) tinyurl.com/27km4pwc
Remittance Tax Plan Poses Threat to US Allies in Central America
A Republican proposal to tax remittances would deliver an economic blow to some of the US’s poorest neighbors, including a close ally of President Donald Trump.
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May 20, 2025 at 5:47 PM
NEW: A Republican proposal to tax remittances would deliver an economic blow to some of the US’s poorest neighbors, including a close ally of Trump. One think tank conservatively estimates it could lead to a 10% drop in volume of remittances sent. (Gift link) tinyurl.com/27km4pwc
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Kelsey Butler moves to emerging markets coverage at Bloomberg: talkingbiznews.com/media-news/b...
Bloomberg’s Butler moves to emerging markets team - Talking Biz News
Bloomberg News reporter Kelsey Butler has moved to the emerging markets team with a focus on Mexico. She has been an equality reporter and also covered private credit. Butler previously worked at The ...
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May 12, 2025 at 9:46 PM
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PROFESSIONAL NEWS: I’ve changed jobs at Bloomberg, and am now on the emerging markets team, focusing on Mexico. I’ll be relocating to CDMX later this year. Excited to contribute to our newsroom’s Latin America coverage during an especially interesting time in the region!
May 12, 2025 at 3:51 PM
PROFESSIONAL NEWS: I’ve changed jobs at Bloomberg, and am now on the emerging markets team, focusing on Mexico. I’ll be relocating to CDMX later this year. Excited to contribute to our newsroom’s Latin America coverage during an especially interesting time in the region!
NEW: As US President Donald Trump and leaders in other wealthy nations crack down on immigration, this crucial pipeline of cash is now at risk of dwindling. Markets mag story with Swati Gupta, Saijel Kishan & yours truly! (Gift link) www.bloomberg.com/news/feature...
Immigration Crackdowns Put an $800 Billion Lifeline at Risk
From India to Mexico, cash remittances from workers abroad are vital to local economies.
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May 6, 2025 at 2:03 PM
NEW: As US President Donald Trump and leaders in other wealthy nations crack down on immigration, this crucial pipeline of cash is now at risk of dwindling. Markets mag story with Swati Gupta, Saijel Kishan & yours truly! (Gift link) www.bloomberg.com/news/feature...
MY LATEST: What does it look like to work in the most politicized corner of corporate America? Attacks on diversity, equity and inclusion programs are forcing workers to rebrand, shift focus and reimagine the industry’s future. (Gift link) tinyurl.com/bdfcjbp4
Demonized by Trump, DEI Professionals Go ‘Discreet’ to Find Jobs
Attacks on diversity, equality and inclusion programs are forcing workers to rebrand, shift focus and reimagine the industry’s future.
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May 5, 2025 at 7:33 PM
MY LATEST: What does it look like to work in the most politicized corner of corporate America? Attacks on diversity, equity and inclusion programs are forcing workers to rebrand, shift focus and reimagine the industry’s future. (Gift link) tinyurl.com/bdfcjbp4
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I had the chance to talk to @itskelseybutler.bsky.social at @bloomberg.com: “It feels pretty out of touch. The bottom line is that if you want to solve the problem of helping people to want to have more babies, there are a lot of other things you need to solve for.”
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Trump Says a $5,000 Baby Bonus Is a ‘Good Idea’ But Will It Work?
A monetary gift after having a baby outweighs flowers — but experts question whether it increases the fertility rate.
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April 28, 2025 at 7:27 PM
I had the chance to talk to @itskelseybutler.bsky.social at @bloomberg.com: “It feels pretty out of touch. The bottom line is that if you want to solve the problem of helping people to want to have more babies, there are a lot of other things you need to solve for.”
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NEW: In a survey of dozens of corporate executives across various sectors roughly 2 in 5 said they were scaling back Pride Month engagement in 2025 compared to previous years. (Gift link) tinyurl.com/5n7u27vy
Pride Groups Scramble to Fundraise as Corporate Sponsors Lag
Parade organizers in US cities are turning to local businesses and residents to fill funding gaps. But they haven’t given up on wooing corporate partners.
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April 24, 2025 at 3:46 PM
NEW: In a survey of dozens of corporate executives across various sectors roughly 2 in 5 said they were scaling back Pride Month engagement in 2025 compared to previous years. (Gift link) tinyurl.com/5n7u27vy
The Trump administration has made transgender rights a central policy issue, restricting gender identity recognition, and banning trans athletes from competing according to their gender identity. This @bloomberglaw.com report breaks down the latest: news.bloomberglaw.com/us-law-week/...
Transgender Rights Under Trump: Policy Battles and Legal Fights
The Trump administration’s stance on transgender rights impact gender identity recognition, healthcare, sports participation, and bathroom access. The backlash is happening alongside historic mileston...
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March 27, 2025 at 4:56 PM
The Trump administration has made transgender rights a central policy issue, restricting gender identity recognition, and banning trans athletes from competing according to their gender identity. This @bloomberglaw.com report breaks down the latest: news.bloomberglaw.com/us-law-week/...
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Trump says that he wants to lower the cost of IVF treatments. How could he do this? @itskelseybutler.bsky.social dives in >
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Breaking Down the Sky-High Cost of IVF Treatments
Hi, it’s Kelsey in New York, where a recent presidential executive order got me thinking. More on that in a moment, But first ...
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March 25, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Trump says that he wants to lower the cost of IVF treatments. How could he do this? @itskelseybutler.bsky.social dives in >
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NEW: The State Department canceled a key meeting with executives from some of the country’s biggest companies to discuss combating human rights abuses in global supply chains, citing Trump’s efforts to streamline the government. (Gift link!) tinyurl.com/mru339ym Story w/ @deenashanker.bsky.social
State Department Calls Off Advisory Meeting on Child Labor
The US Department of State canceled a key meeting with executives from some of the country’s biggest companies, as well as labor advocates, academics and other experts, to discuss combating human righ...
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March 21, 2025 at 3:38 PM
NEW: The State Department canceled a key meeting with executives from some of the country’s biggest companies to discuss combating human rights abuses in global supply chains, citing Trump’s efforts to streamline the government. (Gift link!) tinyurl.com/mru339ym Story w/ @deenashanker.bsky.social
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SCOOP > RFK Jr is meeting with baby formula makers today, after he's said he's concerned about toxic metals in formula.
By @rachelcohrs.bsky.social Madison Muller @annaedney.bsky.social & @itskelseybutler.bsky.social
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By @rachelcohrs.bsky.social Madison Muller @annaedney.bsky.social & @itskelseybutler.bsky.social
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RFK Jr.’s Next Targets Are Companies Making Baby Formula
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is planning to meet Tuesday with executives of companies that make infant formula in the US, according to people familiar with the roundtable ...
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March 18, 2025 at 3:33 PM
SCOOP > RFK Jr is meeting with baby formula makers today, after he's said he's concerned about toxic metals in formula.
By @rachelcohrs.bsky.social Madison Muller @annaedney.bsky.social & @itskelseybutler.bsky.social
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By @rachelcohrs.bsky.social Madison Muller @annaedney.bsky.social & @itskelseybutler.bsky.social
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First Inflation, Now Tariffs:
Low-Income Americans Can’t Catch a Break
After a respite last year, prices of goods are back on the rise.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article... via @bloomberg.com Augusta Saraiva @itskelseybutler.bsky.social Lily Meier
Low-Income Americans Can’t Catch a Break
After a respite last year, prices of goods are back on the rise.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article... via @bloomberg.com Augusta Saraiva @itskelseybutler.bsky.social Lily Meier
March 14, 2025 at 2:08 PM
First Inflation, Now Tariffs:
Low-Income Americans Can’t Catch a Break
After a respite last year, prices of goods are back on the rise.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article... via @bloomberg.com Augusta Saraiva @itskelseybutler.bsky.social Lily Meier
Low-Income Americans Can’t Catch a Break
After a respite last year, prices of goods are back on the rise.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article... via @bloomberg.com Augusta Saraiva @itskelseybutler.bsky.social Lily Meier
TODAY at 1 pm NY time, I'll be chatting with colleagues Augusta Saraiva, Michael Hirtzer & Molly Smith about how low-income consumers can't catch a break from inflation and tariffs. Bloomberg subscribers can ask us questions live. Tune in! www.bloomberg.com/sessions/202...
Live Q&A: Low-Income Consumers Can’t Catch a Break From Inflation and Tariffs
Bloomberg reporters answer questions about how low-income consumers are disproportionately affected by Trump’s tariffs and persistent inflation.
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March 14, 2025 at 3:20 PM
TODAY at 1 pm NY time, I'll be chatting with colleagues Augusta Saraiva, Michael Hirtzer & Molly Smith about how low-income consumers can't catch a break from inflation and tariffs. Bloomberg subscribers can ask us questions live. Tune in! www.bloomberg.com/sessions/202...
MY LATEST: “I think we get paid just enough money to take care of our needs, and sometimes we have to sacrifice on that as well.” How low-income Americans are faring today in the US. (Gift link!) tinyurl.com/3x547kds
First Inflation, Now Tariffs: Low-Income Americans Can’t Catch a Break
After a respite last year, prices of goods are back on the rise.
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March 12, 2025 at 6:39 PM
MY LATEST: “I think we get paid just enough money to take care of our needs, and sometimes we have to sacrifice on that as well.” How low-income Americans are faring today in the US. (Gift link!) tinyurl.com/3x547kds
Statement from AP, Bloomberg News, Reuters on White House press pool access: "It is essential in a democracy for the public to have access to news about their government from an independent, free press." www.ap.org/the-definiti...
Statement from AP, Bloomberg News, Reuters on White House press pool access | The Associated Press
The Associated Press, Bloomberg News and Reuters on Wednesday issued this joint statement: The three permanent wires in the White House pool, The
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February 26, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Statement from AP, Bloomberg News, Reuters on White House press pool access: "It is essential in a democracy for the public to have access to news about their government from an independent, free press." www.ap.org/the-definiti...
MY LATEST: New fathers are more likely to be eligible for state paid parental leave programs but less likely to take the time off, leaving as much as $1.6 billion on the table annually in New York alone, according to a new report. (Gift link) tinyurl.com/yckep2ns
New York Dads Forgo $1.6 Billion in Paid State Leave, Study Says
New fathers are more likely to be eligible for state paid parental leave programs but less likely to take the time off, leaving as much as $1.6 billion on the table annually in New York alone, accordi...
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February 26, 2025 at 5:00 PM
MY LATEST: New fathers are more likely to be eligible for state paid parental leave programs but less likely to take the time off, leaving as much as $1.6 billion on the table annually in New York alone, according to a new report. (Gift link) tinyurl.com/yckep2ns
ICYMI: New data from @glassdoor.bsky.social shows that community posts on DEI have nearly quadrupled compared with the same period a year ago. At the same time, the number of comments under each one has tripled. www.bloomberg.com/news/newslet...
Employees Flock Online to Ask Peers About Diversity Amid DEI Confusion
Kelsey Butler is a reporter for Bloomberg News’ Equality team. She covers topics ranging from abortion, child care and workplace policies to Black wealth and the economy. You can subscribe here, and s...
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February 25, 2025 at 9:38 PM
ICYMI: New data from @glassdoor.bsky.social shows that community posts on DEI have nearly quadrupled compared with the same period a year ago. At the same time, the number of comments under each one has tripled. www.bloomberg.com/news/newslet...
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A federal judge in Baltimore preliminarily halted the Trump administration from enforcing portions of the president’s sweeping executive orders targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion programs that it considers illegal and discriminatory.
Trump DEI Orders Mostly Blocked in Diversity Officers Challenge
A federal judge in Baltimore preliminarily halted the Trump administration from enforcing portions of the president’s sweeping executive orders targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion programs that...
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February 22, 2025 at 3:27 AM
A federal judge in Baltimore preliminarily halted the Trump administration from enforcing portions of the president’s sweeping executive orders targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion programs that it considers illegal and discriminatory.
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Bobbie's rise amidst the baby formula crisis shows agility in a broken supply chain. Smart move tapping into the online parent community! 💪👶 #Innovation #SupplyChain #StartupSuccess
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The Startup That Stepped In When the Baby Formula Supply Chain Broke
Bobbie has built a cultlike following among online parents—one TikTok post and can of organic formula at a time.
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The Startup That Stepped In When the Baby Formula Supply Chain Broke
Bobbie has built a cultlike following among online parents—one TikTok post and can of organic formula at a time.
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February 19, 2025 at 1:01 AM
Bobbie's rise amidst the baby formula crisis shows agility in a broken supply chain. Smart move tapping into the online parent community! 💪👶 #Innovation #SupplyChain #StartupSuccess