Harley bets on high end V-Rod to expand market reach
Harley-Davidson aims to pivot toward performance bikes targeting wealthier men aged 35 to 44, seeking to recapture market share amid aging riders. Analysts note the V-Rod signals a shift, with a base price near 17000 dollars and possible add ons up to 5000 dollars, drawing interest from nontraditional buyers.
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Genencor expands with Iowa grain link and Cedar Rapids plant gains
Genencor leverages corn and soybeans from Iowa farms to fuel growth at its Cedar Rapids facility. The company acquired competitors to broaden its product lineup and opened a Palo Alto R&D lab. Georg Anders, plant manager, credits a skilled local workforce and proximity to raw materials for increasing output and efficiency. Demand spans US Canada Mexico with some European support, aided by versatile plants and enzyme products reducing waste and phosphates in detergents.
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Corporate dress code tightens as economy cools in 1990s shift
In a broad trend across Wall Street and beyond, firms reinstate formal attire after a period of casual wear. Executives and consultants say the downturn prompts men to trade chinos for suits while offices emphasize professional appearance for client trust. Strong named entities include Wall Street firms Merrill Lynch and Jordan's Furniture with executives cited.
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Ala
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Kreiss & Gordon
Rockville Centre
N.Y
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