September 2020 – Page 18 – Joplin Business Outlook

Most Businesses Were Unprepared for Covid-19. Domino’s Delivered.

September 6, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off

The pizza delivery giant is one of several companies thriving in a time of touchless transactions, robotics, online commerce and decentralized offices. Their successes may define the business world for a long time to come.

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Unemployment Declined in August

September 6, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off

Unemployment fell sharply in August and hiring gains moderated, as the U.S. economy continued to recover from the steep downturn triggered by the coronavirus pandemic.

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U.S. Weighs Export Controls on China’s Top Chip Maker

September 6, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off

The Trump administration is weighing whether to place export restrictions on Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp., China’s most advanced manufacturer of semiconductors.

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Amazon Bans Foreign Plant Sales to U.S. Amid Global Seed Mystery

September 5, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off

The move by Amazon comes as the mystery seeds led U.S. officials to raise alarms about the ease with which sales can occur on e-commerce sites, creating potential threats to U.S. agriculture.

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‘Fortnite’ Maker Asks Judge Again to Return Game to Apple’s App Store

September 5, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off

Epic Games filed a motion for a preliminary injunction against Apple, reiterating arguments made in a federal lawsuit accusing the tech giant of monopolistic behavior after pulling “Fortnite” from the App Store.

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Starved for Sports, Viewers Flock to NBA, NHL

September 4, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off

Homebound TV viewers are flocking back to watch the conclusions of the coronavirus-interrupted basketball and hockey seasons, giving both leagues a prime-time ratings boost despite playing in empty arenas.

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SoftBank’s Bet on Tech Giants Fueled This Summer’s Powerful Market Rally

September 4, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off

The Japanese conglomerate led by billionaire Masayoshi Son placed billions in options bets on fast-rising tech stocks.

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Juul Shelves Plan for Feature That Counts Puffs

September 4, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off

E-cigarette maker Juul Labs, facing budget cuts and regulatory scrutiny, has shelved the development of a puff-counting feature that some employees say had the potential to help users wean themselves off nicotine.

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Up Against Tesla, a Pandemic and Lagging Share Price, Mary Barra Steers GM Forward

September 4, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off

The CEO of America’s largest auto maker discusses GM’s strategy for electric vehicles and how Covid has changed the workplace.

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Joplin Ranks Among Country’s Best Business Climates and Lowest Costs of Living

September 4, 2020 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Business Facilities annually rates the country’s top sites of innovation and business. In their 16th Annual Rankings Report, Joplin, Missouri was ranked among the best business climates and lowest costs of living […]

Month: September 2020

Most Businesses Were Unprepared for Covid-19. Domino’s Delivered.

Unemployment Declined in August

U.S. Weighs Export Controls on China’s Top Chip Maker

Amazon Bans Foreign Plant Sales to U.S. Amid Global Seed Mystery

‘Fortnite’ Maker Asks Judge Again to Return Game to Apple’s App Store

Starved for Sports, Viewers Flock to NBA, NHL

SoftBank’s Bet on Tech Giants Fueled This Summer’s Powerful Market Rally

Juul Shelves Plan for Feature That Counts Puffs

Up Against Tesla, a Pandemic and Lagging Share Price, Mary Barra Steers GM Forward

Joplin Ranks Among Country’s Best Business Climates and Lowest Costs of Living

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