Erin Slifka – Page 486 – Joplin Business Outlook

Korea Zinc Raises Buyback Offer to Stop Takeover Bid

October 13, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off

The South Korean company raised its share-buyback offer to frustrate a takeover bid by private-equity firm MBK Partners, in a battle for control over the world’s largest zinc smelter.

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BP Flags Earnings Hit From Weak Refining Margins

October 13, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off

BP warned that weaker refining margins will hit third-quarter earnings by $400 million to $600 million as lower oil prices continue to weigh on the energy sector.

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Five Takeaways From Tesla’s Robotaxi Show

October 13, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off

The driverless vehicle marks a strategic pivot for the electric-vehicle pioneer. Here are some key takeaways from the event.

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Seoul Semiconductor’s Patent Case Leads to LED Sales Ban in Eight European Countries

October 13, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off

The United Patent Court’s ruling also orders German online retailer to retrieve and destroy all such LED goods already sold in the region.

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Hot Links Golf Tournament 2024 — Fall Edition!

October 11, 2024 Erin Slifka 0

The Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce had 27 teams compete in their bi-annual Hot Links Golf Tournament on October 11! Players had the opportunity to compete in a marshmallow long drive and a dice game. […]

Tesla’s Robotaxi Event Disappoints Investors

October 11, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off

Shares in the EV maker fell after a much-hyped event was heavier on showbiz than financial details.

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Volkswagen Car Deliveries Fall as Industry Challenges Mount

October 11, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off

Volkswagen delivered fewer cars in the third quarter as the automaker navigates an increasingly challenging market hit by a price war in China and high domestic production costs.

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Stellantis Falls as Executive Shake-Up Fails to Calm Nerves

October 11, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off

Stellantis shares slipped following the troubled automaker’s announcement of a sweeping management reshuffle just days after it slashed full-year earnings guidance.

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