Wonder Bread bets on whole grain reform
Wonder Bread launches two white whole wheat versions to revive Interstate Bakeries Corp. amid health concerns and shifting diets. The new loaves use white whole wheat flour, offer fiber, and aim to appeal to white bread fans while keeping taste and texture familiar. Industry voices debate the move as marketing or genuine health shift, with consumer testing among children showing mixed reactions.
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Economic and corporate reports shape week ahead
Ford unveils a restructuring plan while Bank of America and Texas Instruments release quarterly results. December leading indicators and existing home sales set the economic tone as major firms like 3M Johnson & Johnson McDonald s United Technologies ConocoPhillips General Dynamics AT&T Caterpillar GM Lockheed Martin Microsoft Verizon Chevron Gannett Nucor report quarterly results. The Economic Forum in Davos hosts discussions on macro policy as the CBO issues the budget outlook and GDP data are released.
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Ford to cut jobs and close plants in restructuring plan
Ford Motor Co plans to close plants and lay off thousands in North America under a restructuring program dubbed Way Forward. Details were not released, but targets include plants in St. Louis St Paul Wixom St Thomas Cuatitlan and Atlanta. The plan aims to cut salaried staff and adjust product lines amid slumping SUV sales and rising costs.
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