peterfoster+FollowEast Meets West: Railroads Plot a Mega-MergerImagine ordering something online and it gets to you even faster—Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern are chatting about teaming up to create a coast-to-coast rail giant. If they pull it off, your packages and goods could zip across the country with fewer stops. But regulators might pump the brakes, worried about too much power in one place. Would you trust one mega-railroad to handle your deliveries? #Business #Industry #BusinessNews30Share
Timothy Weaver+FollowWhy 7-Eleven Said 'No Thanks' to a $47B DealGrab your coffee—here’s the latest: The company behind Circle K just walked away from a $47 billion deal to buy 7-Eleven’s parent, after months of being ghosted by the Japanese side. The big drama? 7-Eleven’s owners kept things vague and slow, so the deal fizzled. For shoppers, this means your local 7-Eleven isn’t turning into a Circle K anytime soon. Sometimes, playing hard to get really works! #Business #LocalBusiness #BusinessNews00Share
Robert Evans+FollowFrom Dead Mall to Job Magnet?Ever wondered what happens to those giant, empty malls? In Cincinnati, the old Forest Fair Mall is getting a glow-up: Hillman Group is moving in and making it their new HQ. That means more jobs stay local, and the city finally ditches a long-vacant eyesore. The twist? The city sweetened the deal with tax breaks, showing how local perks can turn a dead mall into a workplace win. Next time you drive by an empty shopping center, imagine it buzzing with office coffee runs instead! #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #BusinessNews00Share
Jordan Williams+FollowWhy 7-Eleven Said 'No Thanks' to a BuyoutSo, Couche-Tard (the folks behind Circle K) tried to buy Japan’s 7-Eleven stores, but talks fizzled out. Basically, 7-Eleven’s parent company wasn’t playing ball, leaving Couche-Tard frustrated and walking away. For shoppers, this means your favorite conbini snacks and late-night runs aren’t changing hands anytime soon. The real drama? Even global giants can’t always seal the deal when the other side ghosts your meetings! #Business #LocalBusiness #BusinessNews249Share
Paige Douglas+FollowRoofing Company Sells for Nearly $1B—Why It MattersDid you hear? A Phoenix-based roofing company just got scooped up for almost a billion bucks—all in cash! Here’s the scoop: Progressive Roofing, known for keeping schools, hospitals, and tech buildings leak-free, is now part of TopBuild. The big deal? With this buyout, you might see faster service and new tech upgrades if your office or school needs a new roof. Plus, it’s a sign that even the most old-school businesses are hot property if they keep customers happy and invest in their people. #Business #BusinessNews #Acquisition104Share
Keith Bass+FollowPittsburgh Powerhouses Make TIME's ListDid you know two Pittsburgh brands just made TIME’s list of most influential companies? Dick’s Sporting Goods is crushing it in-store (take that, online shopping!) and just bought Foot Locker, so expect your sneaker game to level up soon. Meanwhile, Duolingo’s owl isn’t just haunting your phone—it’s turning language learning into a viral hobby. Pittsburgh’s not just about steel anymore! #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #BusinessNews00Share
Cory Wilson+FollowBillionaire’s $3.2B Power Move for VGWLaurence Escalante just dropped his final $3.2B offer to scoop up all of Virtual Gaming Worlds (yep, the Chumba Casino folks). After a couple of lower bids flopped, he’s now offering $5.05 per share to buy out the last 30%. The catch? Shareholders have to vote yes in August. With legal drama swirling and record profits rolling in, this could totally shake up the online gambling scene. Would you cash out or hold on? #VGW #BusinessNews #OnlineGaming #News00Share
Nicole Washington+FollowHome Depot’s Big Play for Your Contractor’s BusinessHome Depot just dropped $4.3 billion to buy GMS, a major building supply company. Why? They want more of your contractor’s business—think electricians, roofers, and remodelers who buy in bulk. The move shuts out a billionaire rival and could mean more pro-level supplies at your local store. If you’re planning a big home project, expect more options (and maybe deals) coming your way! #HomeDepot #BusinessNews #MoneyMoves #Business #LocalBusiness00Share
Edward Wallace+FollowHome Depot’s Contractor Power MoveDid you hear? Home Depot just dropped $4.3 billion to scoop up GMS, a big building supplies distributor. Why? Contractors are the new VIPs as regular folks hit pause on pricey home makeovers. There was even some boardroom drama—another company tried to snatch GMS with a hostile takeover! For anyone eyeing home renos, expect more pro-level supplies and maybe better deals as these giants battle for your business. #HomeDepot #Contractors #BusinessNews #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup20Share
Samuel Gutierrez+FollowTruck Parts Chain Shuts Down—What Now?Heads up if you rely on local truck repair shops: Transaxle, a big truck parts distributor, is closing all 16 of its locations after failing to find a buyer. Over 200 employees are losing their jobs across the East Coast. If you’re in the trucking business or depend on quick repairs, expect longer waits and maybe higher prices as fewer shops compete for your business. Time to check your go-to mechanic’s supply chain! #BusinessNews #JobLoss #Trucking #Business3111Share
