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- 12/16/2012
RedPrairie and JDA Acquisition Moves Forward
The financing proceeds condition of the previously announced cash tender offer by affiliates of RedPrairie to purchase all outstanding shares of JDA has been waived. In connection with this announcement, affiliates of RedPrairie have entered into definitive credit agreements relating to the financing of the proposed acquisition of JDA.<br /> - 12/16/2012
Chobani Opens World's Largest Yogurt Manufacturing Plant
Located in Twin Falls, Idaho, Chobani has invested $450 million to build this one-million-square-foot operation in less than 11 months. The company's presence in Idaho has already served as a catalyst for hundreds of new jobs and a significant positive economic impact in the region.<br /> - 12/16/2012
Kroger Names President of Fred Meyer Stores
Lynn Gust, 59, has been senior vice president of operations since 2011. He started his career with Fred Meyer as a parcel clerk in 1970. <br /> - 12/12/2012
2012 Top 100: The Consumer Goods Registry
For the first time in a long time, this year's listing of the top 100 public consumer goods companies tells more good news than bad. The majority of companies realized modest revenue growth despite ongoing economic challenges; and some categories, like Food and Apparel, posted sales gains across the board. Read on to find out how your company, your partners and/or your competitors performed by comparison. - 12/11/2012
2012 Innovation, Business & Technology Awards
<em>CGT</em> honors Chobani, Coca-Cola Refreshments, Kimberly-Clark, Phoenix Brands and TrashCo for excellence in five award categories. - 12/11/2012
2012 Top 100: Pharmaceuticals
Pfizer Inc. knocked out some competition in the OTC pharmaceutical market when it acquired Wyeth's consumer healthcare brands in 2009. How has the Centrum-brand owner performed compared to the competition since? - 12/11/2012
Time Out for Thanks
CGT Editor Alliston Ackerman gives you a sneak peek into the trends and topics discussed in this month's issue. - 12/11/2012
2012 Top 100: Beverages
Merger and acquisitions continue to transform the beverage list year after year, but growth remains steady for the majority. Look back at how the major beverage leaders grew market share in 2011. - 12/11/2012
2012 Top 100: Toys/Games
Children are perhaps the most fickle of all consumers. Find out which toy companies stayed on the "hot" list in 2011 and which ones are losing the popularity contest. - 12/11/2012
Growth in Uncertain Times
Mark Osborn of SAP details innovative ways in which consumer goods companies can capitalize on new market opportunities.