Tentative Deal Ratified as Canadian West Coast Port Workers Vote Yes; Railroad Congestion Persists

Tentative Deal Ratified as Canadian West Coast Port Workers Vote Yes; Railroad Congestion Persists

Shipping containers are being loaded onto rail cars at the Global Container Terminals Vanterm container terminal on Vancouver Harbour in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images Members of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) of Canada have voted to ratify the second tentative agreement with West Coast port ownership, bringing …

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Companies tighten leash on customer perks and rewards such as airline miles

Companies tighten leash on customer perks and rewards such as airline miles

Shoppers visiting Brickell City Centre in Miami, Florida on June 14, 2023, may have noticed a shift in the way companies are offering customer rewards. Airlines, retailers, and even companies like Dunkin’ and Sephora have become stingier with their perks, making it harder for customers to earn elite status, tightening return policies, and cracking down …

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Astra implements workforce reductions, secures additional debt, and alters strategy for survival

Astra implements workforce reductions, secures additional debt, and alters strategy for survival

An Astra Spacecraft Engine during testing. Astra Struggling space company Astra is implementing a 25% reduction in its workforce, as announced on Friday. The company aims to restructure and give more emphasis to its spacecraft engine business, which will result in a delay in the development of its small rocket. Astra is presently cutting approximately …

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Second Quarter 2023 Earnings Report of Nikola (NKLA)

Second Quarter 2023 Earnings Report of Nikola (NKLA)

Nikola TRE FCEV2 Courtesy: Nikola Shares of electric truck manufacturer Nikola experienced a decline of over 26% on Friday following a complex second-quarter report, news about the departure of the CEO, and shareholder approval for the issuance of new stock. Nikola announced on Friday that its CEO, Michael Lohscheller, will step down immediately due to …

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Earnings Report for Fisker (FSR) in Q2 of 2023

Earnings Report for Fisker (FSR) in Q2 of 2023

Fisker commenced deliveries of its battery-electric Ocean SUV in Q2 2023. Despite facing challenges with suppliers and experiencing difficulties in achieving full production of the electric vehicle during this period, the startup reported a narrower-than-expected loss for the second quarter. On Friday, Fisker’s shares dropped approximately 6%. During Q2, Fisker manufactured only 1,022 Ocean SUVs, …

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The Transformation of Passenger Rail in the U.S. by Brightline

The Transformation of Passenger Rail in the U.S. by Brightline

Passenger rail in the United States has long been dominated by Amtrak, which often suffers from high ticket prices and delays. However, one innovative Florida-based company is striving to change the game. Brightline, owned by Fortress Investment Group, believes that privatized passenger rail could offer a superior alternative. In 2018, Brightline successfully launched the first …

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Q2 2023 Earnings Report: EVgo (EVGO) Performance Analysis

Q2 2023 Earnings Report: EVgo (EVGO) Performance Analysis

A breathtaking view of an EVgo EV charging station in the beautiful town of Corte Madera, California. Justin Sullivan | Getty Images EVgo, the leading EV charging network operator, has announced its impressive second-quarter results, surpassing Wall Street’s expectations. The company reported robust revenue growth and a narrower loss than anticipated. This outstanding performance can …

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