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Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti Unveils New Environmental Initiatives Affecting Local Businesses
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti announced plans on Wednesday outlining new environmental programs and regulations that will affect a number of local businesses.
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Starbucks Expects To Spend $250 Million To Help 25,000 Employees Pay Full Cost Of Online Degree
Starbucks expects to spend up to $250 million to help approximately 25,000 employees pay for the full cost of an online degree offered by the Arizona State University.
Proposed FedEx Takeover Of TNT Express Valued At $4.8 Billion
FedEx is proposing a takeover of TNT Express, an international courier delivery service based in the Netherlands, in a deal worth $4.8 billion, the Wall Street Journal reports.
Walmart President And CEO Greg Foran Announces New Measures To Reduce Commodity Prices
Walmart President and Chief Executive Officer Greg Foran has announced new measures aimed at reestablishing price gaps over its rivals in an attempt to remain competitive as global commodity prices continue to drop.
GoDaddy Inc. Officials Raise $460 Million Following Initial Public Offering
GoDaddy Inc. officials have raised $460 million from selling 23 million class shares priced at $20 following its initial public offering (IPO), Reuters reports.
Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Leadership Seeks To Protect Copaxone Profits From Competitor Brands
The leadership of Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., the world's largest generic drug manufacturer in the world, is looking to protect profits made from Copaxone against competitor brands.
GNC Officials To Begin Performing DNA Barcoding On Products Following State Investigation Over Health Concerns
GNC Holdings Inc. employees will begin performing DNA barcoding on store products following an agreement reached with New York state officials over health concerns.
Volvo's Plans 'Complete Renewal' Of Its Products Following Construction Of New United States Factory
Volvo is planning a "complete renewal" of its manufacturing products following the construction of a new factory in the United States.
Amazon's New Home Services Marketplace Includes Painting, Plumbing And Electrical Work
Amazon launched its Home Services marketplace program on Monday, which allows customers to hire experts for painting, plumbing and electrical work, among other domestic tasks.
Moody's Warns Investors Of Atlantic City Debt Defaults After Standard & Poors Downgrade
Moody's Investors Service warned business leaders on Thursday of possible debt defaults in Atlantic City, a city which has recently struggled with decline in tourism and the resort hotel industry.