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Tractor Supply Updates Long-Term Financial Targets, Announces Stock Split

December 5, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Tractor Supply Updates Long-Term Financial Targets, Announces Stock Split
The rural-lifestyle retailer said it is aiming to increase net sales by between 6% and 8%, same-store sales by between 3% and 5% and per-share earnings by between 8% and 11%.

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Volkswagen Faces More Warning Strikes Monday

December 5, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Volkswagen Faces More Warning Strikes Monday
The latest announcement from the IG Metall union comes days after tens of thousands of workers at Volkswagen sites across Germany participated in walkouts.

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Toronto-Dominion Bank Suspends Growth Targets as It Reviews Business

December 5, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Toronto-Dominion Bank Suspends Growth Targets as It Reviews Business
Toronto-Dominion Bank said it suspended financial-growth targets as it reviews its business options, weeks after settling U.S. charges it failed to properly monitor money laundering.

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Rocket Mortgage Sues U.S., Challenges DOJ Discrimination Suit

December 5, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Rocket Mortgage Sues U.S., Challenges DOJ Discrimination Suit
Rocket Mortgage sued the federal government as part of a challenge to the Justice Department’s recent discrimination lawsuit tying Rocket to the conduct of an appraiser it used.

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Connect2Culture Presents An Evening in Kringle City on December 7

December 5, 2024 Erin Slifka 0

Join Connect2Culture (C2C) and the one and only Santa Claus for an exciting performance on Saturday, December 7 at the Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex! Join Santa, his trusty elf Holly, and C2C for a […]

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UnitedHealth Executive Shot Dead in Targeted Attack Outside Manhattan Hotel

December 4, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off on UnitedHealth Executive Shot Dead in Targeted Attack Outside Manhattan Hotel
Brian Thompson was shot shortly before UnitedHealth was set to hold its annual investors meeting.

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Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Mercy Announce New Contract

December 4, 2024 Erin Slifka 0

(St. Louis, MO) – Mercy and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Missouri (Anthem) have reached a new multi-year agreement providing Anthem members with continued access to affordable, high-quality care at all Mercy hospitals, outpatient […]

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Chipotle Raises U.S. Prices by 2% to Offset Inflation Costs

December 4, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Chipotle Raises U.S. Prices by 2% to Offset Inflation Costs
The chain aims to balance higher costs for avocados, queso and sour cream while maintaining its appeal to inflation-weary consumers.

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EU Defense Spending Expected to Hit $342.6 Billion in Boon to Arms Makers

December 4, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off on EU Defense Spending Expected to Hit $342.6 Billion in Boon to Arms Makers
European Union countries are expected to increase their combined defense spending this year, which is likely to boost sales among arms contractors.

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General Motors Takes $5 Billion Hit From Ailing China Business

December 4, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off on General Motors Takes $5 Billion Hit From Ailing China Business
The charge marks the latest example of how global automakers are struggling in China as local consumers embrace electric vehicles from homegrown brands.

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  • Missouri Public Service Commission Sets Local Public Hearing Schedule for Liberty’s CCN Request
  • Missouri Southern State University’s Teacher Education Program Exceeds Statewide Performance Benchmarks and Sees Significant Enrollment Growth
  • Joplin Carnegie Library to Host Open House on May 2 for Annual Downtown Tour
  • Connect2Culture Presents ‘Hare & Tortoise’ on March 29
  • U.S. and Western Allies Turn to Reserves to Counteract Gulf Oil Crisis
  • Why Iranian Regime Change Would Transform Global Energy Markets
  • Oil Prices Offer Up a Stunning Reversal
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  • Investigators Say Chinese Cobalt Plant Sickened Congo Town
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