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January 18 2024 - 3:30PM
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Spirit Airlines Explores Restructuring Options Following JetBlue Deal Collapse
Spirit is examining options to address its financial challenges
after a federal judge blocked the low-cost carrier's deal to be
acquired by JetBlue, according to people familiar with the
matter.
Peltz Calls for Disney to Target 'Netflix-Like' Streaming Margins
The activist investor's Trian Fund Management is also pressing
for clear succession planning and studio improvements.
Drugmakers Raise Prices of Ozempic, Mounjaro and Hundreds of Other Drugs
The list prices of 775 brand-name drugs rose during the first
half of January.
TSMC Thinks 2024 Will Repower Chip Sales
The world's largest contract chip maker expects revenue to grow
over 20% this year-a sign the electronics downturn is finally
over.
Target Names Finance Chief Fiddelke Chief Operating Officer
Target has designated its top finance executive, Michael
Fiddelke, to succeed John Mulligan as the retailer's chief
operating officer.
Birkenstock's First Earnings as a Public Company Disappoint
Adjusted earnings of 13 euro cents a share fell shy of analysts'
projections for 15 euro cents a share.
Humana Stock Crumbles as Forecast Cut on Higher Medical Costs
Humana expects fiscal 2023 adjusted earnings of about $26.09 a
share, down from the company's prior estimates of $28.25.
Samsung Kicks Off AI Upsell Cycle
Smartphone and PC makers are banking on AI-enabled devices to
revive sales this year.
One of Biden's Favorite Chip Projects Is Facing New Delays
Taiwanese chip maker TSMC expects to delay production at the
second of two semiconductor plants it is building in Arizona.
Hyundai, Kia Emerge as Tesla's Biggest U.S. Rivals on EVs
A pair of allied Korean carmakers are pushing to launch electric
vehicles ahead of competitors.
(END) Dow Jones Newswires
January 18, 2024 15:15 ET (20:15 GMT)
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