Month: February 2024
British American Tobacco reported full-year adjusted profits below consensus but backed its growth forecast for 2024, and cautioned that investment to strengthen its U.S. business would weight its performance to the second half.
Maersk Suspends Buyback as It Navigates Uncertain Market
Maersk suspended its share buyback program as it moved to preserve cash, with uncertainty surrounding disruption in the Red Sea and as industry overcapacity continued to drag on freight rates.
Kering Cautious on Profits Outlook
Gucci owner Kering warned that recurring operating income in 2024 would fall short of last year’s figure, particularly in the first half, with investments and a normalization of sales growth across the sector seen weighing on its profits.
Joplin Parks and Recreation Now Hiring Lifeguards for Summer 2024
The Joplin Parks and Recreation Department is excited to announce that they are actively seeking qualified individuals to join the City’s Aquatic Team and contribute to a safe and enjoyable experience for our community members. […]
Joplin Empire Market to Host Annual Paris Week Event
(Joplin, MO) – Joplin Empire Market is making the final preparations for their sixth annual Paris Week event. The event will beheld on Saturday, February 10 during normal market hours from 10:00 am to 2:00 […]
Coffee With Carver to be Held on February 15 at George Washington Carver National Monument
(Diamond, MO) – On Thursday, February 15 you are invited to attend Coffee With Carver at 10:00 am inside the visitor center at George Washington Carver National Monument. Coffee and hot tea will be available […]
Barratt Announces Redrow Buyout
Barratt Developments has agreed to buy smaller housebuilder Redrow for £2.5 billion in an all-share deal.
LG Chem, GM Sign $19 Billion Deal on Cathode Materials
South Korea’s LG Chem has signed a $19 billion deal with General Motors to supply cathode materials used to make electric-vehicle batteries.
TotalEnergies Ramps Up Shareholder Returns
TotalEnergies said it would increase its dividend and investor payouts this year, after it posted profits of more than $5 billion in the fourth-quarter, below expectations.
Carlsberg Eyes Profit Growth as Inflation Eases
Carlsberg targeted 1%-5% operating profit organic growth this year, and said it would step up investments in the Chinese and Vietnamese markets and its premium brands, expecting long-term revenue growth slightly higher than previously forecast.