Mosaic to Buy Florida Phosphate Business of CF Industries
The Mosaic Company (NYSE: MOS) today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the phosphate business of CF Industries, Inc. (NYSE: CF) for $1.2 billion in cash plus $200 million to fund CF Industries’ asset retirement obligation escrow. Read the full story here and more from the Tampa Bay Times.
Inbound vs. Outbound - Capitalizing on your Content Marketing Strategy
The ultimate result of a well-executed content marketing effort is more customers. Done correctly, an information marketing strategy will result in your ideal audience finding you, seeing you as an expert, and trusting you. Read Ron Stein's full column.
Business group wants all online retailers to pay Florida sales tax
Sometime in the next two years, Floridians will have to start paying sales tax when they buy from the online retail giant Amazon.com. But some business groups say they'll keep pushing to eliminate an exemption that has allowed out-of-state online retailers, including eBay and Overstock.com, to avoid the tax. More at WGCU.
Florida food banks bracing for cuts
Food banks across Florida and those who use food stamps are bracing for cuts that kick in Friday. On Friday, cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as SNAP but better known as food stamps, will begin. More at WFLX.
Scammers “Hijack” Business Names For Use in Cons
Businesses are reporting that scammers are “hijacking” their names, using them for everything from fraudulent credit card purchases to scam websites. Don’t let your company become a victim of this growing trend. Learn more from the Better Business Bureau.