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WDAY

Workday's documentary 'UNTAPPED' is now streaming on Netflix, highlighting the importance of skills-based hiring. The film features insights from industry leaders and emphasizes the need for diverse career paths.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

October 16, 2024 | 7:14 am

EBAY

eBay is expanding its Circular Fashion Fund globally to support sustainable fashion startups. The fund, which has been successful in the UK, will now be available in the US and Germany, providing $1.2 million in investments and mentoring to startups by 2025.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

October 16, 2024 | 7:13 am

ERJ

Embraer is investing $70 million in new MRO facilities in Fort Worth, Texas, which will create 250 aviation jobs. The project will start in an existing hangar and expand to a new facility.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

October 16, 2024 | 5:19 am

GOOGL

META

SNAP

Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:META) is facing lawsuits from over 30 U.S. states accusing it of contributing to mental health issues among teenagers by making its platforms addictive. A U.S. judge rejected Meta's attempt to dismiss these claims, allowing the lawsuits to proceed. Similar motions from YouTube (Alphabet Inc.), Snapchat (Snap Inc.), and TikTok were also rejected.

Portfolio Pulse from Ananya Gairola

October 16, 2024 | 3:14 am

AZO

Bryan Jordan and Enderson Guimaraes have decided not to stand for reelection to AutoZone's board at the 2024 annual meeting. Their decision is not due to any disagreements with the company.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

October 15, 2024 | 9:18 pm

AMWL

Amwell has announced the appointment of Mark Hirschhorn as the new Chief Financial Officer, effective October 21, succeeding Robert Shepardson.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

October 15, 2024 | 8:32 pm

PRZO

Parazero Technologies has announced the appointment of Regev Livne as their new Chief Financial Officer, effective December 2024, as per an SEC filing.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

October 15, 2024 | 8:22 pm

SWX

Southwest Gas Holdings and Carl Icahn have amended their cooperation agreement, which includes standstill restrictions on the Icahn Group. The company will nominate four Icahn designees for the 2025 annual meeting of stockholders.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

October 15, 2024 | 8:17 pm

ATRA

Atara Biotherapeutics has appointed Eric Hyllengren as Chief Operating Officer, in addition to his role as Chief Financial Officer. His base salary has been increased to $520,000 annually. There are no related person transactions or arrangements involved in this promotion.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

October 15, 2024 | 8:09 pm

EPAC

Enerpac Tool Group has appointed Darren Kozik as the new Executive Vice President and CFO. This leadership change could influence the company's financial strategies and operations.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

October 15, 2024 | 8:01 pm