Aaron Gregg

Washington, D.C.

Business reporter

Education: Emory University, b.a.; Georgetown University, masters in public policy

Aaron Gregg is a business reporter for the Washington Post, where he has worked since 2014. His past coverage has included corporate accountability investigations, the defense industry, cybersecurity and local business. He is from the Atlanta area but calls D.C. home.
Latest from Aaron Gregg

Verizon offers to buy Frontier in multibillion bid to expand network

If approved by Frontier Communications shareholders, the deal would expand Verizon’s landline footprint beyond the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic.

September 5, 2024
Verizon’s fiber-optic footprint is concentrated in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, but it could expand that into several other areas.

D.C. attorney general alleges ‘widespread’ title insurance kickbacks

An AG’s investigation found four Washington-area title insurance companies paid agents for referrals in violation of local consumer protection law.

August 29, 2024
D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb (D) in 2023.

Why is rent so high? The Justice Department blames a tech firm’s algorithm.

An antitrust lawsuit filed against software vendor RealPage alleges widespread collusion among landlords who share rental data that trains pricing algorithms.

August 23, 2024
(Sarah Silbiger/Reuters)

Peloton stock spikes 35 percent after posting first sales growth in two years

The fitness company also narrowed its quarterly losses, a sign that its turnaround measures are taking root.

August 22, 2024
Peloton's quarterly sales growth was largely driven by the market for used stationary bikes and new subscriptions.

Ford revamps electric vehicle strategy with push into hybrids

The automaker’s EV division has been losing money, but pivoting from all-electric vehicles to hybrid technology could cost Ford up to $1.9 billion more.

August 21, 2024
A line of 2024 F-150 and Lightning electric pickup trucks at a Ford dealership in Denver in May.

Alaska, Hawaiian Airlines merger clears antitrust hurdle, airline says

The proposed merger is expected to improve both states’ access to more mainland U.S. destinations.

August 20, 2024

    New rules could reshape homebuying. Here’s what it means for you.

    A recent settlement from the National Association of Realtors takes effect Aug. 17, bringing new rules that affect homebuyers and sellers alike.

    August 17, 2024

    Mars to buy maker of Pringles and Pop-Tarts in snack food megadeal

    The deal values the maker of Cheez-Its, Pringles and Pop-Tarts at $29 billion.

    August 14, 2024
    Pringles is one of Kellanova’s best-known brands.

    Starbucks forces out CEO, brings in Chipotle’s Brian Niccol

    Brian Niccol, who oversaw a period of growth at Chipotle, will take over as CEO of Starbucks next month.

    August 13, 2024
    A Starbucks coffee shop in New York.

    Home Depot warns of consumer uncertainty about the economy

    The retailer lowered its 2024 expectations down and now predicts comparable store sales will fall 3 to 4 percent this year.

    August 13, 2024
    A Home Depot store in D.C.