by - August 8, 2016 1:02 pm
Tyson Foods 3rd-Quarter Profit Rises 41 Percent
Tyson Foods Inc. said Monday that net income increased more than 41 percent because of strong performance across all business segments.
Tag: Public Companies
by - August 8, 2016 7:50 am
Walmart Agrees To Buy Jet.com For $3 Billion
The acquisition, which is subject to regulatory approval, has been approved by the boards of directors for both companies and is expected to close this calendar year.
by - August 5, 2016 8:26 am
Academy Sports Hires Walmarts Gloeckler as Chief Merchandiser
Michelle Gloeckler, 50, is currently the executive vice president of the consumables and health & wellness divisions and U.S. manufacturing lead for Walmart U.S. She joined Walmart in 2009 as the vice president of candy, seasonal food gifts and impulse items for Walmart U.S.
by - August 3, 2016 11:01 am
USA Truck Posts 2Q Loss, Misses Analysts Estimate
USA Truck reports an earnings loss for the second consecutive quarter.
by - August 2, 2016 10:40 am
Tyson Family, Tyson Foods Give $15 Million to Childrens Hospital
The donation is the largest single donation in the 104-year history of Arkansas Childrens Hospital.
by - August 1, 2016 10:57 am
Tyson Foods Hires E-Commerce Chief
Tim Madigan spent the last two years at SC Johnson, initially as North American e-commerce director, and later as global e-commerce director. He will be based in the companys Chicago office.
by - August 1, 2016 12:00 am
Soderquist Remembered as a People Person
Former Walmart executives and the CEO of Soderquist Leadership share memories of the influential business leader.
by - August 1, 2016 12:00 am
One of a Kind (EDITORS NOTE)
There was a buzz that accompanied former Walmart executive Don Soderquist when he walked into a room.
by - August 1, 2016 12:00 am
Don Soderquist: Lifelong Cubs Fan
The recently deceased business leader faithfully suffered through many losing seasons with his hometown team.
by - August 1, 2016 12:00 am
Fired Tyson Foods Manager Claims Discrimination in Suit
Phillip Henry worked for Tyson Foods for eight years, and he claims his dismissal was part of a plan to eliminate African-Americans from management.
by - July 29, 2016 10:17 am
ArcBest 2Q Profit Tumbles
The Fort Smith holding company said an inconsistent economy and a carrier surplus contributed to a 49 percent decrease in second-quarter earnings.
by - July 28, 2016 11:38 am
Tyson Foods Inc. Continues Evolution
Tom Hayes, who was promoted in June from chief commercial officer to president, said the company will not hire a replacement for his former position, and he has subsequently announced a number of organizational changes.
by - July 27, 2016 4:21 pm
P.A.M. 2Q Earnings Fall 43 Percent
P.A.M. Transportation Services Inc. said Wednesday that increasing operating and growth costs led to a 43 percent decrease in second-quarter earnings.
by - July 22, 2016 10:52 am
Don Soderquist, Former Walmart Executive, Dies at 82
Former Wal-Mart Stores Inc. executive Don Soderquist died Thursday morning from complications of heart surgery, according to a statement provided by the leadership development organization that was founded in his name. Soderquist was founding executive of Soderquist Leadership in Siloam Springs and a 2010 inductee into the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame.
by - July 18, 2016 10:27 am
Higher Costs Cut Into J.B. Hunt’s 2Q Profit
J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. attributed second-quarter profit of $105 million to steady growth and higher volumes in its four segments, but cost increases dampened the positive earnings report.
by - July 14, 2016 8:39 am
USA Truck Subsidiary Hires, Promotes Staff
USAT Logistics, a division of USA Truck Inc. of Van Buren, recently announced staff changes amid a rebranding effort and planned expansion.
by - July 11, 2016 2:40 pm
Kirk and Cynthia Dupps Give $1M To Arkansas Childrens Northwest
To date, the hospital has received $27.5 million for the construction of the Springdale campus, across the street from Arvest Ballpark west of Interstate 49.
by - July 4, 2016 12:00 am
Big Three Exceed Expectations So Far in 2016
Analysts skeptical whether trend will continue through the end of the year.
by - June 29, 2016 11:10 am
Black Hills Energy Accounts Unavailable During Conversion
From June 30 to July 4, Black Hills Energy formerly SourceGas plans to convert more than 163,000 Arkansas customers from its previous customer service management system to a new customer service platform.
by - June 29, 2016 10:51 am
New Products Land on Walmart.com During Made in the USA Open Call
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. opened its doors to more than 450 entrepreneurs during the companys third annual Made in the USA Open Call event in Bentonville on Tuesday.