Moderna forges a key partnership with Recordati to advance a therapy for propionic acidemia, while appointing a new Chief Development Officer as part of its strategic expansion beyond its COVID-19 vaccine roots.
After an eight-year hiatus from adding new franchise partners, the classic barbecue chain is poised for a strategic Southeastern expansion, backed by upgraded systems and a focus on unit-level profitability.
Armed with artificial intelligence, a new wave of solo entrepreneurs is competing in the consumer packaged goods arena, using the technology for everything from market research to strategic planning—tasks once reserved for large corporate teams.
The Walt Disney Company has named Josh D’Amaro, the architect behind its lucrative parks and experiences division, as its next chief executive, concluding a closely watched succession saga and signaling a strategic focus on its core profit engine.
Despite underperforming the broader market over the past year, Weyerhaeuser (WY) retains a 'Moderate Buy' consensus from Wall Street. Analysts point to its strategic biocarbon venture and solid earnings history as catalysts, even as share price targets signal significant potential upside.
In a major boost for American clean energy infrastructure, LG Energy Solution Vertech and Qcells have solidified a multi-year pact to deploy utility-scale battery storage across Qcells' U.S. project pipeline, underscoring a strategic shift towards domestic manufacturing and supply chain resilience.
The UK's tax authority has entered a strategic partnership with SAP to migrate its core Enterprise Tax Management Platform to the cloud, aiming to boost resilience, enable real-time analytics, and develop new AI tools for taxpayers.
Capri Holdings reports mixed Q3 FY2026 results, with Michael Kors revenue down but showing sequential improvement, while Jimmy Choo posts a 5% gain. The company, now streamlined after the Versace divestiture, outlines a strategic pivot focused on full-price sales, brand storytelling, and debt reduction, forecasting a return to growth next fiscal year.
General Mills faces a pivotal moment as it appoints a new independent director and updates governance bylaws, while simultaneously expanding a voluntary recall of Pillsbury Pizza Pops in Canada over potential E. coli contamination. These parallel developments underscore the balancing act between strategic oversight and operational risk management for the consumer staples giant.
Lululemon founder Dennis J. Wilson has launched a shareholder activist campaign, setting the stage for a potential boardroom shakeup at the 2026 Annual Meeting. The move puts the athletic apparel giant's governance, strategic direction, and growth priorities under intense scrutiny.
Visa and UnionPay International announce a strategic partnership to enable real-time, cross-border payments directly to debit cards in China, targeting one of the world's largest remittance corridors by 2026.
Specialty materials leader ATI reports robust Q4 and full-year 2025 results, exceeding guidance on strong demand for proprietary aerospace alloys and defense systems. With a new CFO at the helm, the company projects 16% EBITDA growth for 2026, fueled by long-term agreements and strategic capacity investments.
McDonald's re-enters the top 10 of Entrepreneur's Franchise 500, climbing from 22nd place, driven by a strategic return to value-focused offerings like the $5 meal deal and the Snack Wrap.
In a strategic move to reverse a decade-long decline, QatarEnergy is finalizing a significant long-term liquefied natural gas supply agreement with Japan's largest power utility, Jera. The deal signals Qatar's aggressive push to regain market share in Japan amidst a global LNG supply boom and shifting energy policies.
The FDA launches a new program to fast-track reviews for strategically important drug manufacturing facilities. In separate developments, AstraZeneca faces a setback for a lupus drug formulation, while Acadia Pharmaceuticals receives a negative signal from European regulators for its Rett syndrome therapy.
Amazon's high-end shopping portal presses forward, signaling its strategic independence after Saks Global moves to exit their curation deal as part of its Chapter 11 restructuring.
Italian entrepreneur Marco Marchi's Exelite Group has assumed full control of the Blumarine brand via a master license, marking a pivotal restructuring. The move sets the stage for a strategic expansion, beginning with a Milan Fashion Week show and a new flagship store, as creative director David Koma aims to elevate the label's global profile.
The Walt Disney Company has named Josh D’Amaro, the architect behind its lucrative parks and experiences division, as its next Chief Executive. The move signals a strategic pivot towards operational stability and capital-intensive physical expansion, even as the entertainment giant continues to navigate the turbulent waters of streaming and film.
A new HSBC analysis highlights Dior as the key growth engine for LVMH's fashion division, forecasting a sales rebound fueled by creative renewal and strategic pricing, while Louis Vuitton's growth moderates.
The London fashion label JW Anderson posted a £21.3 million profit for 2024, a dramatic reversal from last year's loss. While turnover dipped slightly, the return to black ink was primarily driven by the restructuring of an intra-group loan, masking an underlying operating loss as the brand prepares for a strategic pivot under its founder.
