derek12+FollowP&G’s New Boss & What It Means for YouHeads up, shoppers! Procter & Gamble just picked a new CEO, and there’s talk of job cuts, but don’t panic—no big shake-ups for your favorite brands (think Tide, Pampers, Gillette). The real drama? When big companies change leaders, they often look for ways to save money, which can mean fewer jobs but also more deals or new products for us. So, keep an eye out for sales or changes on the shelves! #Business #BusinessNews #ConsumerTips01Share
Samuel Gutierrez+FollowChicago accountant’s $1.8M fraud shocks local bizA trusted accountant working remotely from Canada managed to steal over $1.8 million from a Chicago construction company, all while handling the books for years. The scheme was so elaborate that it went undetected until recently, with fake payments and phony credits covering his tracks. Now, he’s been sentenced to more than two years in federal prison and must pay back every cent. It’s a wild reminder of how vulnerable even established companies can be to insider fraud. How do you think local businesses can better protect themselves from this kind of betrayal? #Business #Chicago #BusinessNews00Share
fnixon+FollowBaker Hughes Just Crashed Chart’s PartySo, Baker Hughes just pulled a power move and bought Chart Industries for $13.6 billion—right as Chart was about to merge with Flowserve. Think of it like someone showing up at a wedding with a better gift and stealing the bride! For everyday folks, this means the companies making all the gear for energy and data centers are getting bigger, hoping to cash in on the growing demand for cleaner energy and more tech. If you’re watching stocks, Chart’s shot up, while Baker dipped a bit. Big moves, big money! #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #BusinessNews00Share
Jerry Clark+FollowBig Railroads Might Be Merging Soon!Heads up, train fans and anyone who orders stuff online: Union Pacific might buy Norfolk Southern next week, creating a mega railroad that stretches coast to coast. If this happens, it could mean faster shipping for your online orders—but also fewer choices for companies that need to move goods. If you see shipping prices change, this could be why! #Business #Industry #BusinessNews111Share
Timothy Bird+FollowSteel Giant Flirts with Selling PiecesSo, Cleveland-Cliffs just had a killer quarter, shipping more steel than ever—thanks, in part, to those import tariffs. But here’s the twist: they’re now open to selling off some of their business, even to buyers from outside the US. If you’re in construction or manufacturing, keep an eye out—this could shake up where your steel comes from, or even who owns your supplier! #Business #SteelIndustry #BusinessNews10Share
fnixon+FollowCanada’s Butane Boost: What’s in It for You?Germany’s BASF just inked a deal with Canada’s AltaGas to get a steady flow of butane starting in 2027. Why should you care? Well, butane is a key ingredient in everything from lighters to plastic wrap. With this new supply route, BASF can keep prices stable and shelves stocked, even if global markets get rocky. It’s a behind-the-scenes move that could mean fewer supply hiccups for everyday products you use. #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #BusinessNews00Share
peterfoster+FollowEast Meets West: Railroads Plot a Mega-MergerImagine ordering something online and it gets to you even faster—Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern are chatting about teaming up to create a coast-to-coast rail giant. If they pull it off, your packages and goods could zip across the country with fewer stops. But regulators might pump the brakes, worried about too much power in one place. Would you trust one mega-railroad to handle your deliveries? #Business #Industry #BusinessNews30Share
Timothy Weaver+FollowWhy 7-Eleven Said 'No Thanks' to a $47B DealGrab your coffee—here’s the latest: The company behind Circle K just walked away from a $47 billion deal to buy 7-Eleven’s parent, after months of being ghosted by the Japanese side. The big drama? 7-Eleven’s owners kept things vague and slow, so the deal fizzled. For shoppers, this means your local 7-Eleven isn’t turning into a Circle K anytime soon. Sometimes, playing hard to get really works! #Business #LocalBusiness #BusinessNews00Share
Robert Evans+FollowFrom Dead Mall to Job Magnet?Ever wondered what happens to those giant, empty malls? In Cincinnati, the old Forest Fair Mall is getting a glow-up: Hillman Group is moving in and making it their new HQ. That means more jobs stay local, and the city finally ditches a long-vacant eyesore. The twist? The city sweetened the deal with tax breaks, showing how local perks can turn a dead mall into a workplace win. Next time you drive by an empty shopping center, imagine it buzzing with office coffee runs instead! #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #BusinessNews00Share
Jordan Williams+FollowWhy 7-Eleven Said 'No Thanks' to a BuyoutSo, Couche-Tard (the folks behind Circle K) tried to buy Japan’s 7-Eleven stores, but talks fizzled out. Basically, 7-Eleven’s parent company wasn’t playing ball, leaving Couche-Tard frustrated and walking away. For shoppers, this means your favorite conbini snacks and late-night runs aren’t changing hands anytime soon. The real drama? Even global giants can’t always seal the deal when the other side ghosts your meetings! #Business #LocalBusiness #BusinessNews249Share
