By Marcela Ayres BRASILIA (Reuters) -Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Sunday canceled his trip to Russia for the BRICS summit, following medical advice to temporarily avoid long-haul flights after hurting his head in an accident at home. In a statement, the presidential office said Lula, 78, will now participate in the BRICS meeting via videoconference. He was initially scheduled to depart at 5 p.m. on Sunday. According to a medical report issued by the Sirio Libanes Hospital in Brasilia, Lula suffered a laceration to the “occipital region” in the back of his head on Saturday. The report…
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The year 1971 marked a pivotal moment in the muscle car era, as sales plummeted across the industry, signaling the approaching demise of these high performance vehicles. Despite this industry wide downturn, Plymouth remained committed to the muscle car spirit, introducing a redesigned GTX model that featured the legendary Elephant engine for one final time. This iconic muscle car, known for its powerful performance and luxurious interior, solidified its place in automotive history. The 1971 GTX boasted a redesigned body that was a departure from the boxy shapes of previous generations. Inspired by the F-4 Phantom fighter plane, the new…
MOSCOW (Reuters) -Russian forces are fighting street-to-street battles with Ukrainian troops in the outskirts of the eastern Ukrainian town of Selydove as Moscow’s forces push to gain control over the whole of the Donbas region, according to pro-Russian bloggers. Russian forces, which President Vladimir Putin ordered into Ukraine in February 2022, advanced in September at their fastest rate since March 2022, according to open source data, despite Ukraine taking a part of Russia’s Kursk region. The thrust of the Russian advance over recent months has been in eastern Ukraine’s Donbas region, over which Putin says he wants to gain full…
What are the early trends we should look for to identify a stock that could multiply in value over the long term? Typically, we’ll want to notice a trend of growing return on capital employed (ROCE) and alongside that, an expanding base of capital employed. Basically this means that a company has profitable initiatives that it can continue to reinvest in, which is a trait of a compounding machine. So on that note, KB Home (NYSE:KBH) looks quite promising in regards to its trends of return on capital.Understanding Return On Capital Employed (ROCE)If you haven’t worked with ROCE before, it…
Kia is poised to disrupt the global pickup truck market with the upcoming launch of its Tasman model. This mid-size pickup, which will be revealed at the Jeddah International Motor Show on October 29, is designed to challenge established players like the Mitsubishi Triton, Toyota Hilux, Volkswagen Amarok, and Ford Ranger. While the Tasman is unlikely to be offered in North America or Europe, it will make a significant impact in regions like the Middle East, South Korea, and Australia. With its rugged design, off-road capabilities, and advanced features, the Tasman promises to offer a compelling alternative to traditional pickup…
Stellantis’s CEO, Carlos Tavares, has issued a stark warning to several of the company’s struggling brands. During the 2024 Paris Motor Show, he announced that Lancia, Chrysler, and others have only two to three years to prove their worth before their future is determined. This announcement contradicts a previous promise he made in 2021 when Stellantis was formed, where he stated that all brands would receive investment for a decade. Several factors may be influencing Tavares’s decision. Stellantis Warns Lancia and Chrysler of Two Year Deadline (vburlapp / Instagram) Internal criticism, the search for his successor, and the declining performance…
Bold new campaign spotlights e.l.f.’s FY 2024 Impact Report and progress supporting its intentional efforts to support people, product and the planet OAKLAND, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–As a purpose-led, results-driven company, e.l.f. Beauty (NYSE: NYSE:) is fueled by our vision to be a bold disruptor with a kind heart and has an unequivocal ambition to make positive impacts on people, product and the planet.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241020866152/en/When a business both does good and is good, anything is e.l.f.ing possible: e.l.f. Beauty introduces ˜Dupe That!’ (Graphic: Business Wire)Today, the company launched a bold stop-in-your tracks campaign…
Renault, at the forefront of electric mobility, showcased a diverse range of electrified vehicles at the 2024 Paris Motor Show. Beyond the new Renault 4 E-Tech electric, the French automaker revealed a fascinating lineup of electric mini-caravans, planes, motorcycles, and water bikes, all inspired by the iconic Renault 4. These innovative vehicles were developed in collaboration with French startups as part of the “4 movements” program, echoing the successful “5 movements” project surrounding the Renault 5 E-Tech electric in 2023. Renault Debuts Electric Mini Caravans and Scrambler at Paris Show (Ateliers HeritageBike) Arnaud Belloni, Global Chief Marketing Officer of Renault…
We recently compiled a list of the 8 Best US Stocks For Foreign Investors Right Now. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Micron Technology Inc. (NASDAQ:MU) stands against the other US stocks.Optimism Amid Market StrengthDespite previous recession predictions, the market has shown resilience and continued to rise, largely due to multiple expansions rather than just earnings growth. Current market valuations are trading at approximately 22 times earnings during an easing cycle, raising questions about future earnings growth. There seems to be a disconnect between expectations for significant easing and projected strong earnings growth.Investors are encouraged…
“I decided to quit my job like a boss, but after finding out how I got played, I was devastated.” (Photo subject is a model.) – Getty Images/iStockphotoDear Quentin,In 2010, I was working for a company that was going under, but I didn’t know that. My evil manager was a jerk and manipulated me into quitting by severely and publicly bullying and humiliating me every day. I was too naive at the time to understand this type of manipulation. I decided to quit my job like a boss, but after finding out how I got played, I was devastated. I…