Weaker crude prices and refining margins are likely forcing four of the five supermajor oil companies to borrow money to fund $15 billion in share buybacks for the most recent quarter.
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Universal Reports Year-Over-Year Growth Amid Weak Market
Universal Logistics Holdings inched up third-quarter revenue and earnings despite weak market conditions, the company reported Oct. 24.
VW Plans to Close Three German Factories
Volkswagen AG plans to close at least three factories in Germany as Europe’s biggest automaker tries to slash expenses to become more competitive.
Truck Maker Scania Plans Complete Shift to Northvolt
Volkswagen’s truck manufacturing brand Scania plans to equip all its future electric trucks with Northvolt batteries, in a vote of confidence for the cash-strapped Swedish battery maker.
Saia Reports Q3 Revenue Growth Amid Network Expansion
Saia Inc. reported Oct. 25 that it was able to post record-high third-quarter revenue amid an ongoing effort to expand its operational footprint.
Anchorage’s International Airport Adds 5 Carriers
The Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport has added five new international cargo carriers to its lineup this year, setting the stage for continued growth.
German Shipping Giant Hapag-Lloyd Posts Higher Profits
HAMBURG, Germany — The German shipping company Hapag-Lloyd has raised its profit forecast for the current financial year because of rising freight rates.
Hyundai Nexo SUV Recalled Over Potentially Explosive Leak
Hyundai is recalling its hydrogen-powered Nexo SUV model in the United States for a fix after safety watchdogs warned of a potentially explosive fuel leak.
Port of New Orleans Names CEO
Beth Ann Branch of Port of Mobile was chosen as the next CEO of the Port of New Orleans and Public Belt Railroad, putting a former Gulf Coast rival at the helm in New Orleans as it tries to win a greater share of the container shipping business in the …
Samsara Releases AI-Enabled Drowsy Driving Detection
Fleet technology provider Samsara has released a new safety feature that proactively detects and mitigates drowsy driving through artificial intelligence.