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Krispy Kreme to Sell Japan Operations for $65 Million Proceeds
Krispy Kreme has signed a deal to sell its operations in Japan to private-equity firm Unison Capital for cash proceeds of about $65 million, which the doughnut maker will use to pare its debt load. Source link
Winnebago Swings to Profit on Higher Sales of Motorhome, Towable RVs
Winnebago Industries swung to a profit in its fiscal first quarter, driven by higher sales of its motorhome and towable RVs. Source link
Mixed Messages on Saturated Fats
Plus, one writer embraces using a cane and mysterious illnesses increased after the Los Angeles wildfires. Source link
Lamb Weston Swings to Profit as Revenue Ticks Up
French-fry maker Lamb Weston swung to a profit in its latest quarter as revenue edged up. Source link
Navy Announces New Warship for Trump’s ‘Golden Fleet’
The new frigate, built by HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding, is designed to counter threats from China and other adversaries. Source link
Conagra Sales Decline as Consumer Spending Remains Challenged
Conagra logged lower sales in its latest quarter as consumers continued to pull back on spending on its products. Source link
Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern File for Merger Approval From Surface Transportation Board
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern filed an application with the Surface Transportation Board requesting approval of their proposed merger. Source link
Buyer Beware: Star Ratings Actually Steer Us Away From the Best Shopping Deals
When reviewers consider prices while rating products, there’s a tendency to downgrade the highest-quality yet pricier items. Source link
How Tariffs Are Changing Up Costco’s Shelves
The retailer has adjusted its product assortment to keep prices low for its shoppers. Source link
WH Smith Faces Probe From U.K. Financial Watchdog
The Financial Conduct Authority opened an investigation over potential breaches of U.K. listing principles, disclosure and transparency rules. Source link