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Application Window for BBB’s TORCH Awards to Close on May 31

May 27, 2022 Erin Slifka 0

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) TORCH Awards recognize companies and charities that are committed to exceptional standards for ethical business practices and service to their customers, employees, suppliers, and communities. We look for businesses and nonprofits that others […]

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China Smartphone Demand Weakens Amid Covid Resurgence

May 27, 2022 Erin Slifka Comments Off on China Smartphone Demand Weakens Amid Covid Resurgence
From Apple to chip makers, companies warn of fewer shipments and weaker consumer spending in the world’s biggest smartphone market.

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Old Navy to Scale Back Its Inclusive Sizing Strategy

May 26, 2022 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Old Navy to Scale Back Its Inclusive Sizing Strategy
The chain’s CEO says stores will no longer carry all sizes and expects inventory imbalances to smooth out by fall.

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EY Considers Split of Audit, Advisory Businesses

May 26, 2022 Erin Slifka Comments Off on EY Considers Split of Audit, Advisory Businesses
Big Four accounting firm Ernst & Young is considering a split of its audit and advisory businesses, amid regulatory scrutiny of potential conflicts of interest in the profession, according to people familiar with the matter.

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Retailers Get Lift From Resilient Shoppers

May 26, 2022 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Retailers Get Lift From Resilient Shoppers
Macy’s and Dollar Tree reported strong sales that bucked broader trends among retailers, but they warned of signs that inflation is changing consumer behavior.

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Ozark Gateway Association of REALTORS to Host Breakfast Fundraiser for Children’s Haven

May 26, 2022 Erin Slifka 0

In partnership with the Joplin Elks Lodge, the Ozark Gateway Association of REALTORS (OGAR) will host a breakfast fundraiser benefiting Children’s Haven of Southwest Missouri on Saturday, June 4 from 8:00 to 10:00 am. Join them […]

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Broadcom to Buy VMware for $61 Billion

May 26, 2022 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Broadcom to Buy VMware for $61 Billion
The cash-and-stock deal marks the biggest bet yet that the boom in enterprise software demand will endure despite the economic tumult.

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BBB Business Tip: Debt vs. Equity Financing and Choosing What’s Right for Your Small Business

May 26, 2022 Erin Slifka 0

Starting a small business is incredibly exciting, but it can also be a substantial financial undertaking. Choosing which type of funding to use when launching a business can significantly impact the overall health of your […]

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Twitter to Pay $150 Million Privacy Fine as Elon Musk Deal Looms

May 26, 2022 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Twitter to Pay $150 Million Privacy Fine as Elon Musk Deal Looms
Federal officials allege the social-media company deceptively used phone numbers and emails, collected for security purposes, for targeted advertising.

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Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for May 26, 2022

May 26, 2022 Erin Slifka 0

Governor Launches ARPA Website To help Missourians monitor the funding received from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), the governor launched a one-stop-shop website on May 18. The MOARPA website lists available funding opportunities, instructions for how […]

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