AutoZone beats estimates in first quarter of fiscal year
AutoZone beats on revenue, earnings estimates in first quarter, plans to 70 to 90 hub or megahub stores over the next several years, CEO says.
Christin Yates
Freelance Reporter
Christin Yates is a native Memphian who has worked in PR and copywriting since 2007. She earned her B.S. in public relations and M.S. in mass communications from Murray State University.
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December 2019
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Real Estate Local Realtors say Memphis could outperform 2020 housing forecast
Memphis brokers believe Memphis housing market could surpass the tepid 2020 sales forecast by Realtor.com, which also projects home prices locally to rise 3% year over year.
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Financial Services Economic uncertainty keeping lid on growth, latest Beige Book shows
Recent interest rate cuts haven't created the surge in economic activity many were hoping for, but local sources don't see further cuts anytime soon.
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Financial Services Renasant rises through ranks, First Horizon and Regions remain on top
Renasant jumps two spots in deposit market share in the Memphis MSA as smaller banks take share from the large regional and national banks.
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Financial Services 23 banks headquartered in Memphis MSA saw improved ROAA in Q3
Lower interest-rate environment putting pressure on banks' net interest margin, Federal Reserve official notes.
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Financial Services Local banks investing in technology for the future
Customers will expect easier, more convenient ways to bank as time goes on, making it imperative for banks to invest in technology.
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November 2019
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Health Care Soles4Souls provides shoes, foot care to the homeless
The service and distribution of donated shoes can help some people find employment.
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Business Orion expanding in Little Rock, multiple projects planned in Memphis
Orion plans two to three new branches in the Little Rock area and is replacing or redesigning three branches in the Memphis market as it considers other new markets.
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Spirit of Memphis Memphis nonprofit founder nationally recognized by L’Oréal Paris
The public can vote on one of the 10 finalists through Friday, Nov. 15, at WomenofWorth.com.
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Financial Services FHN enters new markets, sees smooth transition of new SunTrust branches
First Horizon doesn't see addition of 30 SunTrust branches as a distraction to Iberiabank merger.
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Financial Services Allen Paine celebrates milestone with First Horizon
Allen Paine has seen a lot in his 50 years with First Horizon, and provides some insight on why younger generations don't tend to stay as long with the same company.
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Business Industry changes, technology investments spur First Horizon, IberiaBank merger
First Horizon National Corp. and IberiaBank have entered into a definitive agreement to combine in an all-stock merger.
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October 2019
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Business International Paper beats EPS estimate for third quarter
International Paper Co. reported earnings of $1.09 per diluted share for the third quarter of 2019, beating the Zacks consensus estimate by 9%.
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Financial Services Fed takes ‘wait and see’ approach after lowering interest rates again
Global market conditions weigh on Wednesday's decision and may impact further moves while U.S. economy remains strong, bankers say.
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Business RVW Wealth opens Memphis office in Clark Tower
RVW Wealth brings data-driven approach to investment decisions for its clients.
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Financial Services First Horizon unveils rebranded logo, signage
First Horizon National Corp. unveiled its new logo and building signage as part of a rebranding of all business units companywide.
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Business St. Columba to expand, serve more in the community
St. Columba recently raised $2.5 million and will construct two new lodges that should be ready by next summer to meet a growing demand for groups wanting to book retreats there.
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Financial Services Bankers say economic conditions mostly positive, as Beige Book shows
With a few exceptions, most local business sectors have remained stable or saw slightly improved conditions over the past several weeks.
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Financial Services First Horizon beats on Q3 earnings, sees positive conditions into 2020
First Horizon National Corp. reports third-quarter adjusted earnings per share of 43 cents, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 42 cents per share.
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Financial Services Pinnacle reports Q3 diluted EPS of $1.44, up 19% from 2018
Pinnacle Financial Partners Inc. reported net income of $1.44 per diluted common share for its third quarter, up 19% from a year ago.
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Financial Services Green Square Asset Management rebrands as Principal Street Partners
Memphis-based Green Square Asset Management has rebranded to Principal Street Partners and become an independent asset management firm.
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Spirit of Memphis Hutchison’s farm teaches girls more than farming
Donation helps Hutchison School expand its teaching farm, with additional phases of growth still to come.
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Financial Services Protecting older Memphians from financial fraud
Older Memphis residents should prepare for and find trusted advisers or loved ones to help them combat financial exploitation, local experts say.
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Business International cotton executives visit Cotton Belt to learn about U.S. production
Textile manufacturing executives representing 14 countries are visiting the U.S. Cotton Belt this week for the Cotton USA Orientation Tour.
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September 2019
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Business AutoZone reports record sales for fiscal year 2019
AutoZone Inc. has reported net sales of $4.0 billion for its fourth quarter (17 weeks) that ended Aug. 31, 2019, an increase of 12.1% from the fourth quarter of fiscal 2018 (16 weeks).
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