US Business
Why a Zara Store Bet Big on the Maxi Dress This Summer
The fashion retailer is arming managers with a bevy of data, and the authority to act on it, in a bid to keep ahead of rivals.
Month: August 2023
US Business
China Evergrande Seeks U.S. Court Approval for $19 Billion Debt Restructuring
The company clinched a restructuring deal with a group of its foreign bondholders this spring and is seeking court approval for a global deal.
Events
Public Invited to Welcoming Reception for Joplin Police Chief Candidates
(Joplin, MO) – Joplin City Manager Nick Edwards invites the public to join in a Welcoming Reception to meet the candidates for the Joplin Police Chief position. The reception will be held from 5:30 pm. […]
US Business
A Rare Look Into the Finances of Elon Musk’s Secretive SpaceX
The rocket company and satellite operator narrowed its loss to $559 million in 2022. Costs increased, but revenues rose faster.
Education
George Washington Carver National Monument’s Annual Prairie Day Set for September 9, 2023
(Diamond, MO) – George Washington Carver National Monument staff and volunteers invite the public to Prairie Day, set for Saturday, September 9th from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Held in conjunction with Gem City Days […]
US Business
This Tomato Sauce Is Delicious. It’s Also Worth Billions of Dollars.
Campbell Soup is splurging for the company behind Rao’s. What is the brand’s secret sauce?
US Business
Microchips in the Parmigiano and Other Ways Europeans Are Fighting Fake Food
Food producers are going to ever greater lengths to protect their hallowed brand names against knockoffs.
US Business
Alphabet’s Verily Plans Cost Cuts Amid Pressure on Other Bets to Rein In Spending
Google’s parent is focusing on turning companies that are developing ambitious technology into commercial successes.
US Business
Target, Much Like Bud Light, Is Stung by Culture Wars
The retailer lowered profit goals for the year, and executives said they would modify the annual Pride Month promotion.
US Business
China Torpedoes Intel’s Bid for Israeli Chip Maker
Intel scrapped its more-than-$5 billion offer to buy Tower after Chinese regulators failed to approve the deal in time, the latest sign of fallout from the U.S.-China battle over tech.