Retail
Tariffs and trade war hurting American farmers
The trade war between the US and China is hurting American farmers, particularly those who cultivate soybeans. Soybeans is the…
Online channel drives Helen of Troy’s Q1 revenue growth
Consumer products company Helen of Troy (HELE) today reported earnings for the first quarter of fiscal 2019. Consolidated revenue grew…
Flipkart deal: Walmart to pay $2 billion as tax to Indian government
Walmart (WMT) - Flipkart deal was wrapped up recently at a valuation of $16 billion making it the biggest e-commerce…
Amazon looks to ‘cash in’ on Toy R Us demise during holiday season
When Toys R Us was on the verge of bankruptcy a few months ago, the iconic toy seller had blamed…
Acuity Brands shares jump more than 10% on earnings and revenue beat
Lighting solutions provider Acuity Brands (AYI) reported a profit decline for the third quarter, in line with the sluggish lighting…
Nestle looks at major acquisition amid activist investor’s call for change
Nestle SA is planning to acquire a majority stake in Canadian pet foods company, Champion Petfoods, for over $2 billion.…
Constellation Brands stock dips on Q1 earnings miss
Beer-maker Constellation Brands (STZ) reported an earnings miss, in spite of beating sales expectations for the first quarter of fiscal…