Subaru considers ways to fix its supply problem
Subaru, which employs about 3,600 people in Lafayette, is taking measured steps to expand its production capacity, but today it is worried about running out of cars.
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NCAA investment portfolio climbs to $527 million
College sports’ governing body grew its investment portfolio to $527 million for the year ended June 30, with an 11-percent gain in its $304.5 million quasi-endowment and an 8.8-percent return in its $222.5 million operating reserve.
Kelley School expands executive degree programs
Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business is expanding its certificate programs for executives, combining noncredit webinars, for-credit certificates, and graduate degrees into a single educational program, mostly for corporate clients.
Lilly cites ‘deep concerns’ over China kickback allegations
Eli Lilly and Co. said it is investigating allegations its employees paid Chinese doctors at least $4.9 million in bribes and kickbacks to promote the sales of two diabetes drugs.
Cummins plans to add 500 jobs for Nissan engine
Cummins said the 5-liter, V-8 turbo diesel will be built in Indiana at the company's historic plant in downtown Columbus, creating up to 500 jobs over the next several years. About 300 people currently work on the V-8 program.
Lilly lung cancer drug raises patient survival in trial
If approved, the drug would be a potent boost to Lilly’s product portfolio. It would also mean a critical new therapy for a cancer that’s proven difficult to treat.
Subaru parent set to reevaluate strategy amid rapid growth
Executives at the company, which counts Toyota Motor Corp. as its biggest shareholder, will begin discussions this month through next year to determine the long-term direction of the Tokyo-based company.
Zimmer told to pay Stryker $228 million in patent case
Indiana-based Zimmer Holdings Inc., which lost a February trial against Stryker Corp. over a surgical device patent, was told to pay three times the jury award, plus other costs.
Massive job cuts in Indiana help Swiss firm turn profit
OC Oerlikon Corp. interim CEO Juerg Fedier said margins are improving in the Fairfield Drive Systems division in Lafayette after the Swiss manufacturer cut nearly 500 jobs in the second quarter.
Frontier may become ultralow-fare carrier after acquisition
Frontier Airlines, the Denver-based airline owned by Indianapolis-based Republic Airways Holdings, may soon become a legitimate down-market competitor.
Private equity group may bid on Republic subsidiary
Spirit Airlines Inc.’s largest investor, private-equity firm Indigo Partners LLC, is preparing to sell its stake in the discount carrier in what could be preparation to make a bid for Frontier Airlines, a Cowen & Co. analyst said Wednesday.
Simon Property raises forecast after results top expectations
Simon Property Group Inc. reported an increase in second-quarter funds from operations, revenue, occupancy and base rents.
Buffett says coal’s decline in U.S. to be gradual, yet permanent
Coal use in the United States will continue to fall, though the slide will be gradual as electric utilities switch to cleaner alternatives over “years and years,” billionaire Warren Buffett said at an event in Carmel this week.
WellPoint sees small-biz plans slip ahead of Obamacare
WellPoint Inc., the second-biggest U.S. health insurer, said more small employers are scaling back benefits this year, a potential hedge against higher costs expected under the U.S. health-care law.
Lilly shares rise after drugmaker reports solid second quarter
Strong sales and penny-pinching helped Eli Lilly and Co. beat Wall Street’s expectations in the second quarter, leading the company to raise its profit forecast for the year.
‘Turbo’ off to slower-than-expected start at box office
The Indianapolis-based IndyCar Series and open-wheel racing enthusiasts were hoping the movie would create a buzz about the sport, but interest has fallen short of expectations so far.
IPO for giant retail REIT may be biggest since Simon
The initial public offering of Brixmor Property Group, the second-largest U.S. shopping center landlord, may be the biggest for a retail real estate investment trust since Simon Property Group Inc.’s IPO 20 years ago.
Indy airport to offer applications for expedited security screening
Indianapolis International Airport will be among the first two airports in the nation to participate in the TSA’s push to expand eligibility for quicker security lines.
Obamacare role questioned in shift to part-time workforce
Part-time employment has been outpacing full-time job growth since 2008. Economists cite still-tough economic conditions as the root cause, with some saying President Barack Obama’s 2010 health-care law exacerbates the trend.
Trucking firms brace for impact of new driver-rest rules
New U.S. safety regulations requiring truckers to work shorter shifts may cut productivity, worsen a driver shortage and boost freight costs for the $8.4 trillion in goods hauled each year by American big rigs.