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The article profiles the Stripe payment processing company with a focus on its founders John and Patrick Collison and the alleged corporate espionage perpetrated by Stripe against fintech company Plaid. The potential public offering of Stripe stock is debated along with the categorization of the company as a "unicorn" and the company's history is recapitulated.

The article discusses the history of the EnergyNet online oilfield auction platform since its 1999 founding by Chris Atherton. The use of EnergyNet by the Parsley Energy and Tigress Energy Partners petroleum companies is described and information is offered on EnergyNet's handling of mineral rights sales and leases.

Nvidia is on pace to add more market capitalization Thursday than any company in history, according to Bloomberg. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Takes a look back at merger activity within the business community during the twentieth century. Trust-busting efforts in the 1910s; How merger action picked up slightly during the 1940s; What drove the rise of colossal industry-straddling companies in the 1960s; The biggest deals of each decade since the 1950s.

Focuses on writer John McDonald and his work with Alfred Sloan on `My Years with General Motors.' Publication in 1964 of Sloan's memoir about the establishment of General Motors (GM); The book's inside view of the policies followed to overtake and surpass Ford; McDonald's work on a manuscript about GM's effort to prevent the book's publication; Overview of the circumstances surrounding the original book; Comments about Sloan.

The article provides an overview of the special services provided by USAssist, a service organization that caters to affluent individuals and major corporations. It is said that the company looks after around 300,000 holders of the American Express platinum credit card. A brief history of the company is provided, which has its headquarters in Bethesda, Maryland. Information on medical emergencies and evacuation services provided by USAssist is also presented.

The article looks at the history of consumer photography equipment producer of Bell & Howell (B&H) and its financial decline as of December 1977. The author discusses the company's acquisitions, its projectors and cameras, and its competition with photographic equipment maker Eastman Kodak. Also explored are the firm's earnings per share, competition in the home-movie business, and the management of its executive Donald N. Frey.

The article discusses the slot machine producer Bally Manufacturing Corp. and the popularity of their slot machines as of January 15, 1977. The author describes the increase in Bally's sales from going public in 1969 to 1976. Topics mentioned include the corporate history of Bally's, company president William Thomas O'Donnell, and the company's past associations with organized crime member Gerardo Catena. INSET: Up From Drudgery.

The article looks at the history of the telephone since its invention by British scientist Alexander Graham Bell and the background of American Telephone and Telegraph Company (AT&T) until November 15, 1975. Topics discussed include the cooperation between Bell, lawyer Gardiner Greene Hubbard, and machinist Thomas A. Watson regarding Bell's experiments in telegraphy, his teaching of deaf people, and his telephone patents. The president of AT&T Theodore N. Vail is also discussed.

The article explores the management, marketing, and history of food company H.J. Heinz Co. and as well as the career development of its chief executive R. Burt Gookin. The founder of the company Henry J. (Jack) Heinz II, profitability of the company, and competitiveness in the food processing industry and especially on the ketchup market are discussed. Also addressed are product diversification and H.J. Heinz Co. share of the baby food and soup markets.

The article discusses the corporate history of the Coca-Cola Co. and the economic performance of the company between 1955 and 1957. The author describes the worldwide expansion of the soft drink company under president William Edward Robinson. Topics mentioned include Coca-Cola creator Dr. John S. Pemberton, bottling plants worldwide, and total sales, profits, and earnings per share for 1956 and 1957.

The article discusses the diversified business of the Blaw-Knox steel and construction equipment company. The author provides a corporate history of Blaw-Know between 1917 and 1957 and describes the company's financial success under company president W. Cordes Snyder Jr. Topics mentioned include Snyder's management, the profits of the company divisions, and Snyder's projections for total sales.

The article discusses the corporate history of electrical appliance company Avco Manufacturing Corp. and its company chairman, Victor Emanuel. The author describes the performance of the company and its subsidiary divisions since the end of World War II. Topics mentioned include the economic impact of the Korean War, the status of the company in 1957, and the company's subsidiary divisions such as Crosley Broadcasting, Moffats, Ltd. appliances, and cabinet company American Kitchens.

The article discusses the management of aviation parts company Bendix Aviation under executive Malcolm P. Ferguson. The author describes the profits, earnings per share, and expenditures. Topics mentioned include the Bendix's aviation parts, auto parts, and military products divisions, the corporate culture of the company, and a corporate history of the company since 1929.

The discusses the history of U.S. oil company Texaco from its creation until 1953. Particular focus is given to Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) such as John Sayles Leach, William Starling Sullivant Rodgers, and Ralph C. Holmes. The author also investigates the company's expansion abroad, the dividend policy, and the petroleum transportation.

Despite lingering fears of recession, Amazon sold 75 million more items on this year's Prime Day. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article focuses on the business philosophy of Aztec Manufacturing Co. president and chief executive officer (CEO) L. C. Martin. It recalls the 1971 annual report of Martin that demand for their oilfield tubing finishing business will boom, the beginnings of the company in the drilling sector and the role of its finishing oilfield tubing business in saving the company from failure. Also discussed in the investment of Martin in side-businesses such their tubing and highway signs businesses.

The article discusses the corporate history of skin care company Neutrogena and the marketing strategy of the soaps. The article discusses the marketing strategy of company president Lloyd Cotsen for Neutrogena's medicinal soap. Topics mentioned include seeking the recommendations of dermatologists through the provision of samples, sales of small bars of soaps to hotels and spas, and the entrance into the pharmaceutical industry with their Vehicle/N acne treatment.

The article discusses the company profile of gunmaker and supplier Fabrique Nationale Herstal (FN) which controlled the gun-making company Browning Co. Topics covered include a brief historical overview of FN, the jet-engine manufacturing operations of FN, and the awarding of an arms deal to FN to make airplanes for the U.S. government. It also discusses the F100 contract which required FN to manufacture major parts of F100 engines, and to assemble and test all engines for European planes.

The article discusses the prominence of British Petroleum (BP) in the U.S. as of March 15, 1977 and the British government's majority ownership of the company. The author describes the reluctance of the British government to divest from BP. Topics mentioned include a corporate history of BP, BP gasoline sales in the U.S. and Western Europe, and BP's purchase of Standard Oil of Ohio.

The article discusses the corporate history of the American baking company Entenmann's as of March 15, 1977. The author describes the management of Entenmann's since the company went public nine months before. Topics mentioned include the offering of 20 percent of Entenmann's shares, the company's expansion in the U.S., and mass production at their bakeries.

The article discusses the history of the Corvette automobile which was first introduced by the General Motors Corp. firm in 1953, and it mentions how automobile maker Chevrolet debuted the Corvette Carbon 65 automobile in April 2017 to commemorate the 65th-anniversary of the Corvette sports car. Several Corvette models are examined, including the C1, Sting Ray (C2), and C7 editions. Automobile body and headlight designs are also assessed.

The article provides information on uranium mining company The United Nuclear Corp. A brief overview of the history of the company is given which was a joint venture set up by Olin Mathieson and Mallinckrodt Chemical. It looks at the impact of the decision by the Atomic Energy Commission to extend its uranium purchase program from 1963 to 1970 on the production capacity of United Nuclear. Information on the company's acquisition of the uranium mines of Phillips Petroleum is also provided.

The article profiles investment company M.A. Hanna Co. Record shows the assets owned by M.A. Hanna and those in which the company has a controlling interest. The history of the company reveals the roots of its imposing corporate structure, its sense of responsibility and exercise of power over other assets. Evidence show the company's technological know-how and distinctive style of business operation.

The article looks at the stock offering of automaker Ford on the New York Stock Exchange as of January 15, 1956. Topics include the demand for Ford stocks as well as the competition between Ford and automakers General Motors (GM) and Chrysler. A brief historical overview of Ford's growth and development is presented, focusing on the company's expansion starting 1954.

The article profiles George Washington Hill, president of cigarette producer American Tobacco Company as of 1933. Topics mentioned include the history of the Lucky Strikes brand, the advertising campaign Hill designed in conjunction with the candy industry, and a description of his character and personal history.

The article discusses the levels of consumer confidence in public utility securities in 1931. Topics mentioned include a comparison between the profits made by utilities and those made by railroads in 1928 and 1929, the expansion of the telegraph communications market, and a chart showing the stock prices of some notable public utilities such as the Western Union Telegraph Company, the Detroit Edison Company, and American Telephone & Telegraph Co.

The article focuses on the operations of Phillip Gross Hardware & Supply Company in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. A brief history of the company is provided, which was founded in 1868. It is said that the store is one of the first retail merchants in the U.S. to recognize the value of national advertising. It also cites comments from Arthur E. Gross, president of the company, who said hardware dealers have been slow to realize the value of carrying advertised products.

Global investment banks have cashed in on the Adani Group's voracious appetite for debt. Now their client is accused of pulling off 'the largest con in corporate history.' [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The world's third richest person, Gautam Adani, saw his net worth drop by at least $6 billion Wednesday, after Hindenburg Research disclosed a short position against his group of companies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article presents comments on articles that appeared in the June 15, 1969 issue of business magazine "Forbes." It mentions coverage of Polaroid and its founder Edwin Land, the acquisitions of companies by businessman Sam Wyly, and the economic struggles of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios owned by Edgar M. Bronfman, Senior.

The veteran bankruptcy attorney, who's cleaned up after "several of the largest corporate failures in history," blasted FTX's "faulty regulatory oversight abroad" and its concentrated control by a "very small group of inexperienced, unsophisticated and potentially compromised individuals." [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Elon Musk's EV powerhouse closed out its best year in company history, aided in in large part by its booming operations in China. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article offers information on digital technology and how it impacts businesses. Particular focus is given to this relates to business models, which must adapt and shift to changing technology. Additional topics discussed include the retailer Walmart, the router company Cisco, and how sports teams such as the Giants are figuring out how technology will impact their fans, including transport to games and creating the availability of charging hubs at games.

The article examines the estimated 60,000 Ford Model T automobiles which are still in operating in the U.S., one year from the 100th anniversary of its 1908 introduction. Enthusiasts drive the Model T on long distance expeditions, including in off-road conditions such as deserts. The Montana 500 is an annual competition where Model T drivers compete to complete 500 miles on that state's highways as fast as possible. Functioning Model Ts sell for as little as $7500. INSET: FLIVVER BEATS HUMMER.

Achmad Zaky, cofounder of Indonesian e-commerce giant Bukalapak, has become one of the country's wealthiest persons after the company made history as the first tech unicorn to trade on the domestic stock exchange. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Focuses on the Hill Carters family which founded the Shirley Plantation of Charles City County, Virginia in 1638. Its place as the oldest continuous family business in the United States; A history of the family's business; Amount of money the plantation makes each year; Why the family business has leased an adjoining river port to Waste Management for unloading garbage barged up the river.

The article presents an advertorial that describes the growth of automobile company Toyota in the U.S. Topics discussed include the successful marketing of the Toyota Corona in California, business opportunities provided by gas shortages during the 1970s, and Toyota's role as the first major car manufacturer to establish a vehicle design studio in Southern California. Also mentioned are a joint venture with General Motors (GM) in California in 1985 and plans to sell hybrid vehicles.

Discusses how Henry Dorfman, founder of Thorn Apple Valley Inc., a successful meat company, reluctantly stepped aside in 1988, when his son Joel Dorfman took over and adopted a new national sales and marketing plan. Doesn't regret stepping aside; Highly successful moves by the younger Dorfman; Revenues earned; Background of the company.

The article profiles bank manager Edgerton Welch, head of the Citizens Bank & Trust Co. in Chillicothe, Missouri, and discusses the corporate history of the bank. The author describes Welch's success since deciding to open a trust department at the bank. Topics mentioned include Welch's investment strategies, his use of investment research services of Merrill Lynch and E.F. Hutton, and the company stocks he selects for investment.

The article reports on the desire of Emerson Radio Corp. president Steve Lane in New Jersey to carry the Heart-Aid portable emergency electric shock tool for heart attack victims as of July 1981. Topics discussed include the business history of the company, the 21% annual growth of the firm since fiscal 1997, and the operation and potential of the Heart-Aid device. Also mentioned is the 80% interest acquired by Emerson from Heart-Aid manufacturer Cardiac Resuscitator Corp.

The article discusses the development and growth of the computer outsourcing company Electronic Data Systems (EDS) according to its President Mort Meyerson. Topics covered include the history of EDS, EDS operation as a systems house, and EDS acquisition of the marketing rights to a hospital management system and of small banks. It also discusses EDS acquisition of research firm Potomac Research, and EDS customers that include the U.S. federal government.

The article discusses the business strategy of company president Leonard Florence of silver manufacturer Towle Manufacturing, which made Towle one of the largest companies in the silver industry as of July 6, 1981. Topics covered include Towle's growing dominance in the silver industry using a high-volume, low-overhead approach, how Florence kept production costs down, and the history of Towle Manufacturing. It also discusses how Florence used his merchandising skills in acquiring companies.

The article discusses the company profile, growth, and the ups and downs of the Christmas gift wrap and artificial Christmas tree maker Papercraft Corp. Topics discussed include the family background and career of Papercraft Corp. chairman Joseph M. Katz, the adaptation of Papercraft Corp. products to the merchandising system, and the acquisitions made by Katz in the 1960s. It discusses Papercraft's acquisition of the artificial Christmas tree company American Technical Industries.

The article focuses on the success of Safety-Kleen Corp., a machinery parts cleaning service provider. It mentions the growth of the sales of the company to 122 million dollars, its nearly 30% average annual rate in terms of earnings growth and the invention of its circulating parts cleaner. It offers a brief history of the company which include establishing service centers at locations where there are storage tanks for solvent, solvent disposal challenges and use of recycled solvent.

The article discusses the oil company Zapata Corp.'s sales of company assets as of March 30, 1981. The author describes chairman John Mackin's and company president Ronald C. Lassiter's sale of their tuna fishing business, construction businesses, and oil tankers for the purposes of revitalization. Topics mentioned include Zapata Corp.'s corporate history, increased earnings per share in the 1980 fiscal year, and Zapata's offshore drilling business.

The article discusses the financial status of engineering company Fluor Corp. under chairman J. Robert Fluor. The author describes the rebound of the company's stock price following former U.S. President's criticism of synthetic fuel research. Topics mentioned include the company's oil refinery and pipeline construction projects in Saudi Arabia and Venezuela, the company's corporate history since 1965, and corporate revenues between 1970 and 1980.

The article discusses the purchase of inactive securities by the broker and investment adviser firm Tweedy, Browne Inc. The author describes the buying and selling of thinly traded securities and the analysis of stocks for purchase. Topics mentioned include the corporate history of Tweedy, Browne, the financial performance of Simpson Timber Co., and the financial performance of diamond merchant Lazare Kaplan International.

The article discusses firearm company Sturm, Ruger and company founder Bill Ruger. The author describes Ruger's management of the company and the company's lack of corporate debt as of March 2, 1981. Topics mentioned include the corporate history of the company, the popularity of the company's .22 caliber target pistol, and the Ruger's marketing strategies.

The article discusses the success of the Texas Mexican Railway Co. and company president Andres R. Ramos as of March 2, 1981. The author describes the purchase and refurbishing of freight cars to accommodate increasing freight traffic along the railroad between Corpus Christi, Texas to Laredo, Texas. Topics mentioned include the corporate history of the railroad, the International Railroad Bridge in Laredo, and Ramos' desire for another bridge across the Rio Grande.