It's crunch time as PepsiCo gets set to offer the Frito challenge
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The decision by PepsiCo to sell off its fast food operations, made up of Kentucky Fried Chicken, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut, has been met with almost unanimous approval, as these operations have been experiencing difficulties recently. PepsiCo will now face difficult decisions about its future direction. It could become embroiled once again in bitter rivalry with Coca-Cola, or it could decide to focus on the Frito-Lay snack food brand. Some observers feel that its core soft drink activities will pick up following the divestment of its fast food operations.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1997
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When profits and Wall Street are un-American activities
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Large US companies such as AT and T, Goldman Sachs and Chase Manhattan have been extensively criticised by Republican politicians for making large cuts in their workforce in order to boost profit levels. Research has indicated that the vast majority of Americans feel that large companies should have other concerns than simply making money, but corporate behaviour does not seem to mirror this. Companies have defended themselves by stating that politicians generally say just what voters want to hear.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1996
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Josh Harris was the king of New York's Silicon Alley, a dot.com genius who made millions
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The career and personal life of internet businessman Josh Harris are discussed. He has disappeared following the collapse of his most recent project, WeLiveInPublic.com.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2001
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