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‘The Best Move for All’ (Editorial)

Managers who, by being flexible, can keep a high performer on staff earn their pay.

Tyson’s New Logo, Incorporating the Old

Tyson Foods Inc. of Springdale has a newly hatched logo unifying “our history and our future,” the company said in a statement.

When the Old Stories No Longer Fit (Barry Goldberg On Leadership)

Trying on new ideas and “what if?” scenarios can keep a company from falling behind or becoming obsolete.

Simpson to Fulfill Prophecy at J.B. Hunt

Craig Harper, J.B. Hunt’s longtime COO who retired this year after 31 years, told Simpson years ago she could be CEO of the company someday.

Public Companies / Government & Politics / Health Care / Legal

State to Receive $191K From Medicaid Fraud Settlement

Publicly traded Lincare, based in Clearwater, Florida, was accused of overbilling Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans. read more >
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ArcBest Reports Exec Pay, Schedules Supermajority Vote Change

CEO Judy McReynolds and other executives saw their compensation dip in 2023. read more >
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February Retail Sales Up 0.6%, Weaker Than Expected

February's number was lifted in part by higher gas price as well as higher auto sales and a rebound in building materials. read more >
Public Companies / Government & Politics / Manufacturing

Biden Comes Out in Opposition to Proposed Sale of US Steel to Japanese Company

The president said that it's "vital" for U.S. Steel, which is investing billions in northeast Arkansas, to "remain an American steel company that is domestically owned and operated." read more >
Phillip Oldridge, CEO and chairman of Envirotech Vehicles Inc., at the company's electric vehicle plant in Osceola in 2022.
Public Companies / Transportation

Envirotech Announces $4.3M in Vehicle Orders

The company said it has 43 vehicles on order from 19 customers participating in a New Jersey program that offers incentives for businesses to purchase new electric vehicles. read more >
Public Companies / Investments / Real Estate

BSR Reports Falling Q4 Operating Income, Leadership Changes

The Little Rock-based real estate investment trust's initial guidance for 2024 predicts slower growth. read more >
Public Companies / Business Services / Manufacturing / Restaurants & Food

Westrock Coffee Narrows Losses in Q4, Full Year as New Production Facility Prepares First Shipments

CEO Scott Ford said the company entered 2024 with a number of critical system migrations and capital equipment upgrades completed. read more >
Public Companies / Agriculture & Poultry / Manufacturing

Tyson Foods to Close Iowa Pork Plant, Affecting Nearly 1,300 Jobs

The facility is the ninth that Tyson Foods has moved to shut down since early 2023. read more >
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Bridging the Cybersecurity Talent Gap (Chris Wright Commentary)

Traditional workforce development won’t satisfy the need for cybersecurity professionals. read more >
Public Companies / Retail / Transportation

America’s Cart-Mart Posts $8.5M Loss in Fiscal Q3

Shares jumped on news of a partnership with an Atlanta-based auto services giant and promising results from a new loan origination system. read more >
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SEC Approves Rule Requiring Some Companies to Report Greenhouse Gas Emissions. Legal Challenges Loom

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Wednesday approved a rule that will require some public companies to report their greenhouse gas emissions and climate risks, after […] read more >
Public Companies / Transportation

Envirotech Makes Another Change at CFO

Douglas Campoli, the executive who oversaw efforts to fix deficiencies in the company's financial disclosure controls, is out. read more >
Public Companies / Education / Government & Politics

Westrock Coffee CEO Scott Ford Named to UA Board of Trustees

Ford replaces Little Rock attorney Morril Harriman, who was appointed by former Gov. Mike Beebe in 2014. read more >
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Walmart & Zest Labs Trial Set for January 2025Lock Icon

U.S. District Judge James M. Moody Jr. of Little Rock in December ordered a new trial in the case that yielded a $115 million verdict against the Bentonville retailer. read more >
Public Companies / Media & Marketing / Retail

Walmart Continues to Evolve (Editorial)

The Bentonville retailing giant bets on advertising to beef up revenue. read more >
Public Companies / Business Services / Media & Marketing / Technology

Inuvo Narrows Losses in Q4, Shares Fall

The company invested heavily in marketing programs to increase its exposure last year, which pushed annual operating expenses up 27.2% read more >
Public Companies / Business Services / Energy

Montrose Narrows Losses in Q4, Announces Purchase of Colorado Environmental Consultancy

Shares of the company jumped 16% on adjusted income and revenue results that topped Wall Street forecasts. read more >
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J.B. Hunt Names Shelley Simpson as Next CEO

She's taking over for John Roberts III, who has led the Lowell transportation and logistics company since 2010. read more >
Public Companies / Investments

A Collection of Insights Warren Buffett Offered in His Annual Letter

The 93-year-old has a devout following of people who admire his track record and appreciate his sage advice on life and investing. Buffett's latest annual letter to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders released Saturday morning was filled with a mix of both. read more >
Public Companies / Investments

Warren Buffett Uses His Annual Letter to Warn About Wall Street and Recount Berkshire’s Successes

Buffett told investors that Berkshire is a safe place to park their cash as long as they don't expect the “eye-popping performance” of its past. read more >