What company was the first to earn one billion dollars in one year?

Business Trivia / January 21, 2024

General Motors. William Durant founded GM in 1908.

What is the slang term for a 15-year Participation Certificate sold by Freddie Mac?

Business Trivia / January 21, 2024

Gnome. "Freddie Mac" is the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation.

"Keeps Going And Going And Going" has been used as an ad slogan by which company?

Business Trivia / January 20, 2024

Energizer Batteries. In 2003, Energizer purchased razor manufacturer Schick, in order to counter rival Duracell's ownership of Gillette.

A fiscal year is exactly how long?

Business Trivia / January 20, 2024

12 Months. A fiscal year doesn't necessarily have to be a calendar year and can vary between businesses and countries.

How did John Werner Kluge make his billions?

Business Trivia / January 19, 2024

Metromedia. John Werner Kluge ranked 25th on "Forbes" 2006 Rich List calls Palm Beach, FL home and was worth $9.1 billion.

What is a decrease in the total number of shares in a company called?

Business Trivia / January 19, 2024

Reverse Split. A reverse split results in fewer shares but the value of each share is adjusted so maintain its value.