CORPORATE STRATEGY

Nov 04 2025FINANCE

CDW Boosts Shareholder Returns with Dividend Hike

CDW, a major tech solutions provider, just gave its shareholders a nice little gift. They've bumped up their quarterly cash dividend by 1% to $0. 630 per share. This pay-out is set to go out on December 10, 2025, to anyone who owns shares by November 25, 2025. This isn't just a random increase. It's part of their plan to give back to shareholders, aiming to pay out ...

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Oct 24 2025BUSINESS

P&G's Profit Boost: A Closer Look at the Numbers

P&G recently shared its financial results for the first quarter of 2026. The company saw a rise in profits, driven by strong sales in beauty and grooming products. However, the celebration might be short-lived as P&G warned about upcoming challenges, particularly rising costs due to tariffs. Despite this, the CEO, Jon Moeller, reassured that the company remains confi...

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Oct 24 2025BUSINESS

Applied Materials: Big Changes Ahead

Applied Materials, a major player in the semiconductor manufacturing equipment industry, is making some big moves. They plan to let go of 4% of their workforce. This means around 1, 400 people will lose their jobs. The company expects to spend between $160 million and $180 million on these layoffs, mostly in the last quarter of their fiscal year 2025. Why is this ha...

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Jun 18 2025TECHNOLOGY

The AI Race: Why Meta is Trying to Lure Top Talent from OpenAI

The world of artificial intelligence is heating up, and Meta is making big moves to secure top talent. The company, known for owning popular platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, is eager to strengthen its AI capabilities. Recently, Meta spent a whopping $14 billion to buy a significant stake in the startup, Scale AI. This investment is part of a broader ...

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May 14 2025BUSINESS

The Big Merge: Sports Management Gets a Boost

A major shakeup is happening in the world of sports management. A well-known agency in the entertainment industry has set its sights on expanding its sports division. They have their eyes on a global sports consulting firm called Portas Consulting. This move is all about growth and innovation. The deal is done, but the exact figures are under wraps. Portas Consultin...

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May 01 2025TECHNOLOGY

Apple's App Store: The Battle for Fair Play

In 2021, a judge ordered Apple to ease its control over the App Store. Nearly four years later, the same judge found that Apple had deliberately ignored this order and tried to hide its noncompliance. The judge was furious and demanded specific changes to the App Store, stripping Apple of its tight control after years of minor adjustments. The judge's ruling reveale...

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Apr 24 2025BUSINESS

How Green Practices Boost Business in China

The buzz around ESG - that's Environmental, Social, and Governance factors - has been growing. But does it really make a difference in a company's long-term success? Especially in places like China, where the business scene is rapidly changing? A recent study looked into this by examining data from over 4, 000 companies listed on China's A-share market between 2017 a...

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Feb 10 2025BUSINESS

Big Boss, Big Move: What's Shaking in the Office?

Imagine waking up one morning to find out your boss has just made a huge decision that will shake up your whole work routine. That's exactly what happened recently. A high-profile manager decided to shift the company's headquarters to a new location. This sudden move left everyone buzzing with questions and speculation. The move didn't happen out of the b...

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Jan 14 2025BUSINESS

Goodbye to Free Starbucks Bathrooms!

Starbucks has decided to end its open door policy. This means that customers will now need to buy something to use the bathroom or hang out in the cafes. The company is hoping this will improve the experience for paying customers and employees. This change comes after years of allowing everyone to use their spaces, which started after a big problem in Philadelphia wh...

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Nov 15 2024BUSINESS

Auto Parts Giant Shrinks: What's Happening with Advance Auto Parts

Let's talk about Advance Auto Parts, a big name in the auto parts world. They've got thousands of stores across the U. S. and Canada. But recently, they've made a big decision: they're shutting down a bunch of stores and distribution centers. Why? They say it's part of a strategy to make their business stronger. You might have heard that this year hasn't been easy f...

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