US Business
U.S. Labor Costs Grew at Fastest Pace in Two Decades
Employers spent 4% more on compensation last year, an increase not seen since 2001, as they competed for workers in a tight labor market.
Month: January 2022
US Business
Deadly Mining Disaster Still Tests Vale Three Years Later
The mining company is considering its metals future as costs from the Brumadinho disaster continue to rise—along with tensions with locals, regulators and investors.
US Business
What CEOs Are Saying About Inflation
Leaders from Apple, McDonald’s, Southwest and other companies share what they are seeing and doing about rising prices.
US Business
U.S., EU Sanctions on Russia Could Ensnarl Western Oil Companies
Washington and Brussels aren’t targeting oil or gas exports, but broader restrictions could still hit firms with big business in Russia.
US Business
The Mentors Who Helped Ulta Beauty’s Unlikely CEO Make Up for Inexperience
Mary Dillon worked as a waitress, housecleaner and tutor to pay for college. Her path eventually led her to the top job at a major U.S. retailer.
US Business
Joni Mitchell Removes Music From Spotify in Support of Neil Young
The singer famous for her 1971 album “Blue” linked in a brief post to a letter by Neil Young, who had said Spotify is spreading fake information about Covid-19 vaccines through Joe Rogan’s podcast.
US Business
Chevron Rakes in $15.6 Billion in Annual Profits as Oil Prices Climb
The oil giant had a dramatic turnaround in 2021, as fossil fuel demand recovered from pandemic-induced lows.
US Business
Construction Demand Lifts Caterpillar Revenue as Order Backlog Grows
The heavy-equipment maker’s quarterly revenue rose 23%, but supply-chain challenges meant it fell further behind on orders.
Events
Joplin Parks & Recreation Presents Daddy Daughter Date Night
Joplin, MO – Tickets are now on sale for the annual Daddy Daughter Date Night hosted by the Joplin Parks and Recreation Department. This year’s event will be held on Friday, February 18th and Saturday, February 19th at […]
US Business
Apple Takes Smartphone Lead in China, Helping Drive Record Profit
Apple’s latest record holiday quarter came in part because of excitement for the iPhone 13 in China, where homegrown Huawei has seen a decline in its market share following U.S. sanctions.