Since 2005, Maxxis has been present in Indonesia to introduce various types of high-quality tyres that have been recognized globally. Until now, Maxxis has been marketed in 130 countries, including Indonesia. On an international scale, Maxxis now ranks as the…
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Delphi Automotive PLC (NYSE:DLPH) stated gains of 294,149 shares or 14.2% in the short interest. The short interest registered from 2,071,487 on December 15,2014 to 2,365,636 on December 31,2014. In terms of floated shares, the shorted positions stood at 0.8%.…
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Delphi Automotive PLC (DLPH) receives BBB credit rating
Morningstar has awarded Delphi Automotive PLC (DLPH with BBB credit rating. The firm’s “BBB” rating suggests that the company is a moderate default risk. They also gave their stock a two star rating. A number of other firms have also…
JK Tyre seek revision in inverted duty structure
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Rogers Corp buys silicone subsidiary from Handy & Harman
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Goodyear tyres recalled and sale of select General Motors SUV halted
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Pirelli joins forces with MWSD
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