News from October 2024
By Business Daily | Oct 21, 2024
Morgan Stanley has announced the schedule for its quarterly investor conference calls to discuss financial results for the fourth quarter and full-year 2024, as well as the first three quarters of 2025.
By A. I. Benavidez | Oct 21, 2024
Every four years, Boone County Fiscal Court invites residents to participate in a survey concerning county services.
By Business Daily | Oct 18, 2024
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) commenced its third annual Small Business Cyber Summit on October 16, 2024, in Washington. The event aims to provide small business owners with free educational webinars and resources to enhance their cybersecurity infrastructure. These sessions are part of the Biden-Harris Administration's efforts to promote digital tools for economic growth while reinforcing national cybersecurity.
By A. I. Benavidez | Oct 17, 2024
Russ Johnston, Nationwide’s President of Commercial Lines, said the benefits that third-party funders get from litigation proceeds "stack the odds against" small businesses when they don't win their case.
By A. I. Benavidez | Oct 17, 2024
A September 17 report from Norada predicted a significant rise in home sales for 2025, with estimates suggesting that 5.4 million homes could be sold, marking a notable increase from the 2024 projections.
By K. R. Nelson | Oct 17, 2024
At the third annual "Delivering the Future" event held on October 8-9 in Nashville, Tennessee, Amazon showcased its latest advancements in robotics, AI, and sustainability.
By Business Daily | Oct 17, 2024
Elmhurst, IL — Enclave, a leading suburban coworking space organization, is thrilled to announce a FREE co-working day on October 18th at its new location at 100 N. Addison Ave., which opened this August. As the workweek wraps up, Fridays have become a prime time for productivity—especially for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of downtown.
By Business Daily | Oct 17, 2024
Morgan Stanley Wealth Management has released the findings of its latest quarterly retail investor pulse survey, highlighting a cautious optimism among investors despite short-term market volatility. The survey reveals that while 59% of investors remain bullish, this figure has decreased by two percentage points from the previous quarter due to concerns over the US election and geopolitical tensions.
By Business Daily | Oct 17, 2024
Litmus Music has announced a creative partnership with Randy Newman, acquiring his share of recorded music and publishing rights. The deal covers Newman's work on Disney film franchises such as Toy Story, Cars, Monsters Inc., and The Princess and the Frog. It also includes his hits from the 1970s and 1980s like "I Love L.A." and "Mama Told Me Not To Come."
By Business Daily | Oct 17, 2024
Morgan Stanley has announced that its Portfolio Risk Platform has been recognized by Datos Insights as a winner of the 2024 Digital Wealth Management Impact Innovation award for Advisor Enablement. This award highlights excellence and innovation in enabling wealth managers to better serve their clients.
By K. R. Nelson | Oct 16, 2024
Uber Technologies, Inc. announced two new features aimed at enhancing the driving experience for its Tesla drivers and improving navigation accuracy.
By A. A. Sanchez | Oct 16, 2024
Uber has unveiled a series of new initiatives aimed at creating a more equitable and transparent platform for its drivers and couriers.
By Business Daily | Oct 16, 2024
Morgan Stanley is set to discuss its third-quarter results for 2024 in a conference call scheduled for October 16, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time. The financial institution has made provisions for both live and on-demand versions of the webcast, which will be accessible through its website in the Investor Relations section.
By A. A. Sanchez | Oct 15, 2024
Amazon has announced that its Prime Big Deal Days event was the largest October shopping event to date, with more Prime members participating than in previous years. Shoppers reportedly saved over $1 billion on millions of deals, setting a new record for items sold during the two-day event.
By A. I. Benavidez | Oct 15, 2024
Amazon has announced the hiring of a senior solutions architect for the auto and manufacturing sectors. The position will concentrate on developing scalable cloud architectures to address business challenges and promote the adoption of Amazon Web Services (AWS).
By K. R. Nelson | Oct 15, 2024
Amazon has announced the recruitment of an instock manager for its Amazon Fresh grocery division, with positions available in Chicago and other locations. The role will focus on overseeing supply chain and inventory management as part of the business planning process.
By Business Daily | Oct 15, 2024
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced the depletion of funds for its disaster loan program, following a surge in demand due to Hurricane Helene. As a result, the SBA will pause new loan offers until Congress allocates additional funds. Despite this pause, individuals and small businesses are encouraged to continue applying for loans. Congressional leaders have assured that more funding will be provided when Congress reconvenes in November.
By Business Daily | Oct 15, 2024
The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. has released its financial results for the third quarter of 2024, reporting net revenues of $12.70 billion and net earnings of $2.99 billion.
By B. B. Urness | Oct 15, 2024
A new law in California, Senate Bill 1107, mandates an increase in the minimum limits of motor vehicle liability insurance coverage. This change affects private passenger autos, commercial businesses, and recreational vehicles. The law will be implemented starting January 1, 2025.
By A. A. Sanchez | Oct 15, 2024
Amazon has announced its plan to hire full-time, part-time, and seasonal workers across its U.S. fulfillment and transportation operations for the upcoming holiday season. The initiative aims to support increased demand during this busy period.