October 2023 – Page 11 – Joplin Business Outlook

Meatpacking Plant Closures Cut Deep for Small-Town Economies

October 8, 2023 Erin Slifka Comments Off

Tyson Foods and other meat processors are closing plants amid high costs and falling demand, spelling economic turbulence for the communities where the plants are major employers.

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Cruise Lines Pursue Greener Journeys Ahead of New Climate Rules

October 7, 2023 Erin Slifka Comments Off

As tourists flock to ships and strain port cities, regulators and environmental groups are pushing companies to invest in cleaner tech.

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Striking Healthcare Workers Return to Work—Without New Contracts

October 7, 2023 Erin Slifka Comments Off

Talks between Kaiser Permanente and unions are scheduled to resume Thursday, after employees temporarily walked off.

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Elon Musk: Billionaire, Entrepreneur, CEO…Citizen Journalist?

October 7, 2023 Erin Slifka Comments Off

The owner of X is pushing for more videos on the social-media platform, urging creators and celebrities to generate content.

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Clorox Warns of Accruing Costs From Cyberattack

October 7, 2023 Erin Slifka Comments Off

The attack came amid a $500 million digital overhaul at the consumer products maker.

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The Oil Patch Is Primed for an Era of Megadeals

October 6, 2023 Erin Slifka Comments Off

A tie-up between Exxon and Pioneer would put pressure on Chevron and other rivals to pursue deals of their own.

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New Shein Executive Aims to Expand Supply Chain Outside China

October 6, 2023 Erin Slifka Comments Off

The appointment of Marcelo Claure, a former SoftBank executive, comes as the fast-fashion retail giant aims to be closer to its consumers.

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Events

KKOW 860 AM Celebrates 86 Years

October 6, 2023 Erin Slifka 0

(Pittsburg, KS) – American Media — an affiliate of Mansion Entertainment Group — is celebrating 86 years of broadcasting on KKOW-AM 860! To commemorate the event, a reception and open house will be held at […]

New This Holiday Season: Discounts on Shipping Packages

October 6, 2023 Erin Slifka Comments Off

UPS and FedEx have loosened pricing as the carriers anticipate a weak peak.

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Chevron Labor Dispute Flares Up Again in Australia

October 6, 2023 Erin Slifka Comments Off

Workers at two natural-gas facilities operated by Chevron in Australia have voted to restart industrial action, reigniting a dispute that has rattled global energy markets.

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Month: October 2023

Meatpacking Plant Closures Cut Deep for Small-Town Economies

Cruise Lines Pursue Greener Journeys Ahead of New Climate Rules

Striking Healthcare Workers Return to Work—Without New Contracts

Elon Musk: Billionaire, Entrepreneur, CEO…Citizen Journalist?

Clorox Warns of Accruing Costs From Cyberattack

The Oil Patch Is Primed for an Era of Megadeals

New Shein Executive Aims to Expand Supply Chain Outside China

KKOW 860 AM Celebrates 86 Years

New This Holiday Season: Discounts on Shipping Packages

Chevron Labor Dispute Flares Up Again in Australia

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