News Highlights: Top Company News of the Day
July 23 2019 - 3:30PM
Dow Jones News
Tesla's Sales of Higher-End Cars Erode in Key Market
Sales of Tesla's high-end Model S sedan have taken a big hit in
the company's most important U.S. market, California, as the
electric auto maker is leaning more heavily on selling the
lower-priced Model 3 compact car.
U.K. Government Intervenes in Inmarsat Buyout on Security Grounds
The U.K. government plans to intervene in the proposed $6
billion private equity-backed buyout of U.K. satellite
communications company Inmarsat to examine its national security
impact.
Apple's and Intel's No-Brainer Deal
Apple buying Intel's modem-chip business would be good for
both-and bad for Qualcomm.
Flaw in Facebook's Messenger Kids Exposed Children to Unauthorized Chats
A technical error allowed children on a Facebook messaging app
to interact with users who weren't approved by their parents, the
latest misstep that further mars the company's record on privacy
and security.
Coca-Cola Sales Boosted by Soda Gains, Coffee Push
Coca-Cola's quarterly profit and sales rose, boosted by higher
demand for its namesake soft drinks and the introduction of coffee,
energy drinks and other products.
United Technologies Defends Raytheon Deal
United Technologies executives defended their deal-making
strategy and slightly raised their 2019 outlook as strength in its
aerospace business outshined other businesses in the second
quarter.
Occidental Could Leave Sour Aftertaste for Buffett's Deal Money
Warren Buffett may like to keep his mergers friendly, but his
money is certainly kicking up a fuss.
Brunswick Cuts Costs to Streamline Marine Businesses
Brunswick said it would cut 9% of workforce in its boat and
marine-engine businesses as the company aims to streamline its
operations.
Kimberly-Clark Raises Full-Year Outlook as Organic Sales Grow
Kimberly-Clark raised its top- and bottom-line outlook for the
full year to reflect strong profit and organic sales results in the
latest quarter and an improving commodity environment.
Harley-Davidson Cuts Forecast for Motorcycle Shipments
Harley-Davidson cut it forecasts for motorcycle shipments this
year and reported weaker sales and profit in the second
quarter.
(END) Dow Jones Newswires
July 23, 2019 15:15 ET (19:15 GMT)
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