US Business
Samsung Expects 69% Drop in Profit on Slumping Tech Demand
High inflation and weak economies hit sales of memory chips and smartphones.
Articles by Erin Slifka
US Business
ChatGPT Creator in Investor Talks at $29 Billion Valuation
A tender offer at that valuation would make OpenAI one of the most valuable startups in the U.S., bucking a tech retrenchment.
US Business
Bed Bath & Beyond Prepares to File for Bankruptcy Within Weeks
The home-goods chain’s stock plunged after it expressed substantial doubt about its ability to stay in business.
Workforce
Workforce Investment Board of Southwest Missouri Invites Area Workers to Participate in Free Training Beginning January 16
The Workforce Investment Board of Southwest Missouri invites area workers who qualify for WIOA to participate in three free trainings throughout the months of January and February. Ironworkers We are inviting ten women to participate […]
US Business
U.S. Trade Deficit Narrowed Sharply in November as Global Demand Cooled
American imports fell more than exports amid high inflation and interest rates.
US Business
Peloton to Pay $19 Million Fine Over Treadmill Recall
The company settled with the Consumer Product Safety Commission after the watchdog accused the company of failing to immediately report that its Tread+ machines contained a defect that could cause serious injury.
Events
A Healthier Me in 2023 With Jenny Craig
Change starts with a thought. Put your thought into action! You can be healthier in 2023 with SMART goals. Make a plan with Jenny Craig and we can help you achieve your weight loss goals […]
Small Business/Startups
BBB Business Tip: Ten New Year’s Resolutions for Your Small Business
As small business owners venture into 2023, know that keeping your customers top of mind by aligning your growth initiatives to personalizing the purchase journey will foster revenue while also building more awareness for your […]
Government
City Survey Asks Citizens to Rate Joplin’s Services
(Joplin, MO) – Citizens now have a chance to provide their input about City of Joplin services in an upcoming survey as part of a Benchmark and Level of Service Study currently underway. City officials […]
US Business
Amazon to Lay Off Over 18,000 Workers, the Most in Tech Wave
The cuts focused on the company’s corporate staff exceed an earlier projection and represent about 5% of the company’s corporate workforce.