The strategic move, which essentially place Occidental Petroleum ahead of Chevron, risks a potential clash with Carl Icahn. In a significant development, Occidental Petroleum Corp increased the cash component of its $38 billion bid to acquire Anadarko Petroleum Corp thus… Read More ›
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Trump likely to further hike U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods this week
The move signals U.S. resolve and intent that it means business. Systemic concerns it has put across to China have to be addressed and resolved. Dilly dallying delaying tactics will not be entertained. In a development that underscores the United… Read More ›
Volkswagen sets aside $6.16 billion for contingent liabilities arising out of emission scandal
The diesel emission cheating scandal has so far cost Volkswagen 30 billion euros. Volkswagen’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO) disclosed, the carmaker has provisioned $6.16 billion (5.5 billion euros) in contingent liabilities in order to cover the cost of potential liabilities… Read More ›
SEC investigating PG&E’s losses and public disclosures related to 2017, 2018 wildfires
PG&E is of the opinion that regulators are likely to conclude that its equipment started the wildfires, the deadliest in California’s history, which resulted in the death of 86 people and caused billions of dollars in liabilities. In a significant… Read More ›
GM’s $1billion investment in Missouri is contingent on receiving state incentives
The incentive package sought by GM will require clearance from the state’s legislature. According to state officials from Missouri, General Motors Co is weighing its options of investing $1 billion in its assembly plant in the state, where it currently… Read More ›
PG&E Corp asks court approval for setting up $105 million wildfires victims fund
PG&E Corp is of the opinion that authorities are likely to conclude that the November forest fire, California’s most destructive and deadliest fire of modern times, was sparked by its equipment. In a filing in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in San… Read More ›
Starbucks recalls 263,000 coffee presses due to deep puncture wounds hazard: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Starbucks had made the coffee presses in partnership with Bodum. They were sold in Starbucks cafes and on its website from Nov. 2016 through January 2019. As per a statement from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Starbucks Corp is… Read More ›
Andy Hornby appointed CEO of Restaurant Group Plc
Andy Hornby replaces Andy McCue who stepped down in February due to personal circumstances. Restaurant Group Plc, the owner of Frankie & Benny’s, stated it has appointed Andy Hornby as its as its new chief executive. Hornby was the co-chief… Read More ›
Siemens well placed to win majority of contracts for rebuilding Iraq’s power infrastructure
Since the defeat of ISIS in Syria in March, Iraq has become an investment opportunity for countries, including Saudi Arabia and the United States, as they seek to counter Iran’s growing influence in the region. At a joint press conference… Read More ›
German brake maker Knorr Bremse’s CEO resigns with immediate effect
No reason has been provided by Knorr Bremse for Klaus Deller’s removal as its CEO. Analysts believe Deller’s resignation may not have anything to do with the company’s financial performance or strategy. In a significant development, Knorr Bremse, a brake… Read More ›