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Energy Transfer to Build $5.3 Billion Natural Gas Pipeline

The expansion of the company’s Transwestern Pipeline networks will provide an outlet for Permian gas producers that have struggled with a dearth of shipping capacity.

August 6, 2025
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Tyson to Kick Off Cattle Herd Rebuild in 2026

Tyson Foods Inc.’s top boss said a long-awaited push to rebuild the US cattle herd will begin “in earnest” next year — though the meat producer doesn’t expect to benefit before 2028.

August 4, 2025
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Amazon Projects Profit That Underwhelms on AI Race Expense

Amazon.com projected operating income in the current quarter that fell short of analysts’ estimates, worrying investors that the tech giant is spending too much to keep up in the AI arms race.

July 31, 2025
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Mondelez Reiterates Guidance as Earnings Beat Estimates

Mondelez International posted quarterly results that topped estimates but reiterated its annual outlook.

July 29, 2025
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Sysco Says Consumer Woes Hamper Long-Term Outlook

Consumers are cutting back on restaurant spending as they cope with economic uncertainties, causing Sysco to forecast annual sales at the lower end of its target range, CEO Kevin Hourican said.

July 29, 2025
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CRH Strikes $2.1 Billion Deal for Eco Material Technologies

Building-materials provider CRH is paying all cash for Eco Material.

July 29, 2025
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Albertsons Seeks Details on Ex-Kroger CEO’s Personal Conduct

Albertsons demanded that Kroger provide details on the personal conduct that led the company to replace its CEO, Rodney McMullen, who shepherded the grocers' failed merger.

July 28, 2025
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Buffett's Pilot Explores Sale of Water Management Unit

Berkshire Hathaway’s Pilot Travel Centers is considering the sale of its water-management services unit, as the truck-stop chain focuses on its primary businesses, according to sources.

July 25, 2025
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Amazon Gave Prime Shoppers More Time — Walmart Gained Sales

Amazon still dominates the $1.3 trillion e-commerce market in the U.S., capturing about 40 cents of every dollar spent online, and Walmart’s online metrics are growing from a smaller base.

July 24, 2025
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Walmart Hires Instacart Executive to Lead AI Push

Walmart is hiring an executive from Instacart to accelerate its use of artificial intelligence as one of the world’s largest retailers looks to bolster its competitive edge.

July 23, 2025

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