Arkansas Best Corp. Extends Stock Plan
The board of directors for Fort Smith’s Arkansas Best Corp. on May 16 adopted an amendment to its Stockholder Rights Plan.
The amendment extends the plan — originally adopted in 1992 — through April 30, 2011.
The company has enjoyed a great rise in its stock since dipping to a 52-week low June 30, 2000, at $9.75 per share. It closed May 23 at $22.55 per share.