Corporate/Finance


  • An exterior red and white Toyota sign at the entrance of company's North America Headquarters in Plano, Texas.
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    Toyota’s finance arm makes executive changes

    The automaker named Anna Sampang as chief customer officer and Madhusudhan Reddy as chief information officer.

    By Kalena Thomhave • April 2, 2025
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    Håkan Samuelsson returns to Volvo Cars as CEO

    The two-year appointment aims to ensure stability while the automaker searches for a long-term successor.

    By April 1, 2025
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    Ford taps Lululemon exec to lead integrated services unit

    The department aims to further develop the automaker's suite of software and digital services to inspire customer loyalty.

    By Kalena Thomhave • March 31, 2025
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    Nissan Americas CIO to retire amid broader leadership shifts

    Lesley Ma, a seasoned executive with stints at Ford and General Motors, will replace William Orange, effective April 7.

    By Roberto Torres • March 28, 2025
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    GM Energy joins PG&E bidirectional EV charging pilot in California

    Certain electric vehicle owners are now eligible for discounts on charging equipment that can be used to power homes during blackouts.

    By Kalena Thomhave • March 28, 2025
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    Nissan to launch 10 new models in North America to fuel comeback

    The roster of refreshed and all-new vehicles will include the return of the electric Leaf as a compact crossover in the U.S.

    By March 26, 2025
  • President Donald Trump speaks with Hyundai Chairman Euisun Chung, right,, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry, center and House Speaker Mike Johnson, left, in the Roosevelt Room of the White House on March 24.
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    Hyundai to invest $21B in US manufacturing

    The automaker plans to build a $5.8 billion steel plant in Louisiana as part of the investment.

    By March 25, 2025
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    AI, ‘digital fluency’ top workers’ skills-building wishlist

    Adoption of the technology at work continues to be a tricky area of conversation, especially regarding the future-proofing of individual resumes and entire businesses.

    By Caroline Colvin • March 25, 2025
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    Hiring for promise can help close skills gaps, research indicates

    “Many organizations are transforming their capabilities so rapidly that they can’t acquire all the skills they need,” a Gartner director said.

    By Carolyn Crist • March 24, 2025
  • A green 2024 Jeep Gladiator comes off the final assembly line at Stellantis' Toledo Assembly Complex.
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    Stellantis offers buyouts in Michigan, Ohio and Illinois

    The buyouts and voluntary retirement packages follow a challenging 2024 for the automaker that included declining profits and shrinking market share in North America.

    By March 21, 2025
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    Nissan’s new leaders bring fresh perspective: analysts

    A new CEO and executive team may be the right approach to revitalize the struggling automaker, experts say. 

    By March 18, 2025
  • EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin stands at a podium, next to U.S. and EPA flags
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    Manufacturers hail EPA plans to rethink particulate matter regulations

    The National Association of Manufacturers, American Forest & Paper Association and others previously challenged an update to the National Ambient Air Quality Standards in court.

    By Cole Rosengren • March 17, 2025
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    Nissan assembles new executive team to lead turnaround

    The management team will work alongside incoming CEO Ivan Espinosa on a "360 degree turnaround."

    By March 13, 2025
  • Rivian EVs parked outside a Rivian Hub on Nov. 13, 2024 in Venice, California.
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    Rivian swipes Tesla vet for CAO

    Former Tesla VP of Finance Sreela Venkataratnam will receive a $20,000 cash bonus from Rivian as part of her compensation package, the company said.

    By Grace Noto • March 12, 2025
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    Nissan ousts CEO after failed Honda merger

    Chief Planning Officer Ivan Espinosa was tapped to lead the automaker following a C-suite shakeup in which five executives are stepping down.

    By March 11, 2025
  • Demonstrators protest against Elon Musk on Feb. 22, 2025 in Seattle, Washington
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    Tesla CFO sells $1.7M more in stock

    The sale comes as Tesla’s stock has lost a third of its value since President Donald Trump took office, amid a backlash against the EV maker’s CEO Elon Musk and a broadening trade war. 

    By Grace Noto • March 10, 2025
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    Toyota halts RAV4 production in Japan after deadly explosion at supplier

    The disruption should not impact the automaker’s production of the vehicle in the U.S., a company spokesperson said.

    By March 7, 2025
  • A white Audi Q4 40 e-tron electric SUV parked next to a charger with concrete building facade in the background.
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    Audi launches transformation unit to drive growth

    The new department is being led by Yvonne Bettkober, who has held leadership roles with Volkswagen, Microsoft and Amazon Web Services.

    By March 7, 2025
  • President Donald Trump addresses a joint session of Congress on March 4, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
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    Trump pauses Mexico tariffs on USMCA goods until April 2

    Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick indicated the White House will soon announce that all goods compliant with the trade deal could receive the same treatment.

    By Philip Neuffer • March 6, 2025
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    Toyota’s North America chief strategy officer to retire in May

    Christopher Reynolds’ transition to an advisory role coincides with additional corporate C-suite changes at the automaker. 

    By March 4, 2025
  • President Donald Trump addresses reporters during a press briefing at the White House on March 3, 2025.
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    Trump’s trade war heats up as countries retaliate against tariffs

    Mexico, Canada and China all announced they would counter the president's orders after additional duties went into effect this week.

    By Philip Neuffer , , Max Garland • March 4, 2025
  • A white 2024 2024 Jeep Grand Wagoneer L parked in front of a house.
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    Stellantis reports 70% decline in net profits in 2024

    The automaker’s turnaround plan included high-profile leadership changes for its Jeep and Dodge brands in the U.S.

    By Feb. 27, 2025
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    Volvo weighs increasing US production, domestic sourcing to offset tariffs

    CEO Jim Rowan said the automaker can quickly ramp up capacity at its South Carolina plant.

    By Feb. 27, 2025
  • President Donald Trump speaks during a cabinet meeting at the White House on Feb. 26, 2025.
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    Canada and Mexico tariffs will take effect March 4, Trump confirms

    The president will also impose an additional 10% import tax on China next week and hinted at plans to soon levy 25% duties on the European Union.

    By Philip Neuffer • Feb. 27, 2025
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    Lucid CEO resigns, company seeking permanent successor

    COO Marc Winterhoff will lead the EV maker on an interim basis in place of Peter Rawlinson.

    By Feb. 26, 2025