Latin American Sales Bolster Avon’s Results 2008-05-01 06:01 - Avon Products said its first-quarter profit rose 23 percent as international sales, particularly in Latin America, offset declining North American revenue.
Investors Cautious Before Rate Decision 2008-05-01 06:01 - Wall Street turned in a mixed performance Tuesday as investors traded cautiously ahead of the Federal Reserve’s decision on Wednesday on interest rates.
Kellogg’s Profit Falls, but Beats Expectations 2008-05-01 06:01 - The cereal and snack maker reported that its first-quarter profit dipped 2 percent, despite recent price increases intended to offset higher costs. The results beat Wall Street estimates.
Jones Apparel Profit Falls 2008-05-01 05:54 - The clothing and shoe company, hurt in the first quarter by one-time items and the weak retail environment, also cut its 2008 outlook. The results, however, beat analysts? estimates.
OfficeMax Profit Rises on Investment 2008-05-01 05:54 - The office supply retailer said first-quarter profit climbed 9 percent, helped by a gain from its investment in Boise Cascade.
International Paper Earnings Down Sharply 2008-05-01 05:53 - The company missed Wall Street expectations as price increases failed to offset higher raw material costs and uncoated paper shipment volumes fell.
Kraft Foods Profit Falls 13% Amid Higher Costs 2008-05-01 05:53 - The maker of Oscar Mayer hot dogs, Maxwell House coffee and Oreo cookies did benefit from across-the-board price increases of its products, with sales jumping 21 percent.
Interpublic Group Narrows Quarterly Loss 2008-05-01 05:53 - The advertising services company added clients as advertising spending held up despite the economic slowdown.
