Memphis Business Journal (@MBJMemphis) header
Memphis Business Journal (@MBJMemphis) profile picture

Memphis Business Journal

@MBJMemphis

The Mid-South's source for local business news & events. Part of the American City Business Journals network.

 Memphis, TN
bizjournals.com/Memphis
Joined January 2009
  • Tweets60.9K
  • Following583
  • Followers22K
The governor had one last thing to say to a business audience before his second and final term ends. bizjournals.com/memphis/news…
Gov. Bill Lee entered office ‘very naive’ — here’s what he knows now

Gov. Bill Lee entered office ‘very naive’ — here’s what he knows now

Gov. Bill Lee recently made a capstone appearance that he noted was 82 days away from his final moment in office before his second and final term expires. Lee turned introspective, offering very...

bizjournals.com
25
Old habits can be hard to break. A new survey shows some workers are clinging to old methods of getting work done despite workplace training. bizjournals.com/memphis/news…
Workers cling to old methods despite new training or tools — and what that means

Workers cling to old methods despite new training or tools — and what that means

A TalentLMS survey reveals why workers resist new tools: Only 41% consistently adopt them after training, while managers' behavior proves critical to change.

bizjournals.com
75
A new Zillow analysis finds buying a typical home takes about 15 years to pay off more than renting nationally. In San Jose it's nearly 50 years, while Memphis is 11. bizjournals.com/memphis/news…
The cost of homeownership keeps rising. Here's how it compares with renting.

The cost of homeownership keeps rising. Here's how it compares with renting.

Zillow data shows homebuyers nationwide can break even in under 15 years, but timelines stretch to 50 years in expensive coastal markets like San Jose.

bizjournals.com
1
1
1
175
AutoZone's five top executives earned $42 million as the Memphis retailer posted record revenue. bizjournals.com/memphis/news…
Memphis public co. top execs combined for more than $42M after record year

Memphis public co. top execs combined for more than $42M after record year

AutoZone's five top executives earned $42.35 million in FY 2026 as the Memphis retailer posted record revenue of $20.34 billion.

bizjournals.com
158
Old habits can be hard to break. A new survey shows some workers are clinging to old methods of getting work done despite workplace training. bizjournals.com/memphis/news…
Workers cling to old methods despite new training or tools — and what that means

Workers cling to old methods despite new training or tools — and what that means

A TalentLMS survey reveals why workers resist new tools: Only 41% consistently adopt them after training, while managers' behavior proves critical to change.

bizjournals.com
133
America's penchant for golf has only grown since the pandemic, as more country clubs nationwide are in the black after giant boosts in revenue and assets. bizjournals.com/memphis/news…
Country clubs are still riding a surge in dues and fees

Country clubs are still riding a surge in dues and fees

Country clubs' revenue surged 40% since 2019 as membership demand grew and initiation fees nearly doubled, helping boost the sector's overall financial health.

bizjournals.com
222
Take a look at our latest ranking that shows where home sales and pricing momentum is highest across the country's ZIP codes – especially now as the housing market sees an overall slowdown in the third quarter. bizjournals.com/memphis/news…
These are the country's hottest housing markets despite Q3 slowdown

These are the country's hottest housing markets despite Q3 slowdown

Zillow data shows home sales slowing nationwide while Gallatin, Missouri's 64640 ZIP code ranks as the hottest market in Q3.

bizjournals.com
1
302
These Memphis metro area companies notched significant positive growth over the past two years. bizjournals.com/memphis/rese…
These Memphis metro area companies collectively increased revenue by 19%

These Memphis metro area companies collectively increased revenue by 19%

Memphis' fastest-growing companies, which collectively increased revenue by 19%.

bizjournals.com
1
205
The Asian lifestyle department store offers beauty and skincare products from Japan and Korea, exotic snacks, collectible items, and home decor, as well as entertainment draws such as claw machines and photo booths. bizjournals.com/memphis/news…
Asian lifestyle chain coming to East Memphis

Asian lifestyle chain coming to East Memphis

Teso Life opening Asian lifestyle store in Eastgate on Park Ave. The Asian lifestyle department store offers beauty and skincare products from Japan and Korea, exotic snacks, collectible items, and...

bizjournals.com
156
The agreement with Air Line Pilots Association covers about 5,000 FedEx pilots and includes annual raises of 3% from 2028 through 2030. bizjournals.com/memphis/news…
FedEx reports $650M charge tied to new pilot contract

FedEx reports $650M charge tied to new pilot contract

FedEx confirms over $650 million charge tied to pilot contract raising wages nearly 40% and addressing retirement and work rules.

bizjournals.com
126
The facility is one of the largest in the company's national network. bizjournals.com/memphis/news…
Fortune 500 co. buys local property for $17.5M

Fortune 500 co. buys local property for $17.5M

XPO Logistics Freight acquired its Memphis service center for $17.5 million. The facility is one of the largest in the company's national network.

bizjournals.com
207
A self-proclaimed "data junky" who retired last year is the 2026 CFO of the Year Lifetime Achievement award winner. bizjournals.com/memphis/news…
MBJ names CFO of the Year Lifetime Achievement honoree

MBJ names CFO of the Year Lifetime Achievement honoree

MBJ names CFO of the Year Lifetime Achievement honoree Fred Geyer, who retired as CFO at the end of 2025 after about a decade at Ring Container Technologies.

bizjournals.com
357
The move from AutoZone to FedEx comes with a significant salary raise — and signing bonus — for the logistics giant's new CFO. bizjournals.com/memphis/news…
FedEx's new CFO gets multimillion-dollar signing bonus

FedEx's new CFO gets multimillion-dollar signing bonus

Jamere Jackson moves from AutoZone to FedEx as EVP and CFO, securing a $1 million base salary and $2 million signing bonus.

bizjournals.com
262
Stern Cardiovascular Center is converting a vacant Office Depot in Germantown into a $23.9 million ambulatory surgery center, with construction expected to wrap by July 2027. bizjournals.com/memphis/news…
$24M surgery center planned for Germantown

$24M surgery center planned for Germantown

Stern Cardiovascular Center plans a $23.9 million ambulatory surgery center in Germantown, converting a former Office Depot into a cardiac care facility.

bizjournals.com
262
International Paper reported $52M in spinoff-related charges in Q3 2026 as it works to separate its EMEA segment into DS Smith, a new publicly traded company targeting a London Stock Exchange listing by early 2027. bizjournals.com/memphis/news…
Memphis public co. reports $52M charge as spinoff progresses

Memphis public co. reports $52M charge as spinoff progresses

International Paper reports $52 million spinoff charge as it separates its EMEA segment into DS Smith, expected to launch in early 2027.

bizjournals.com
255
Record federal spending with third-party vendors is creating opportunities not just for contractors, but also for the banks that lend to them. bizjournals.com/memphis/news…
The National Observer: Banks beef up government contracting teams

The National Observer: Banks beef up government contracting teams

Record federal spending with third-party vendors is creating opportunities not just for contractors, but also for the banks that lend to them.

bizjournals.com
208
A survey of more than 11,000 leaders found only 17% feel confident managing transformational changes, such as AI. That can lead to turnover on both ends. bizjournals.com/memphis/news…
Many leaders aren't ready to navigate major change. That could be costly.

Many leaders aren't ready to navigate major change. That could be costly.

A DDI survey of over 13,000 professionals reveals only 17% of leaders feel confident managing change as AI and restructuring redefine workplace roles.

bizjournals.com
239
These Memphis metro area companies notched significant positive growth over the past two years. bizjournals.com/memphis/rese…
These Memphis metro area companies collectively increased revenue by 19%

These Memphis metro area companies collectively increased revenue by 19%

Memphis' fastest-growing companies, which collectively increased revenue by 19%.

bizjournals.com
250
The agreement with Air Line Pilots Association covers about 5,000 FedEx pilots and includes annual raises of 3% from 2028 through 2030. bizjournals.com/memphis/news…
FedEx reports $650M charge tied to new pilot contract

FedEx reports $650M charge tied to new pilot contract

FedEx confirms over $650 million charge tied to pilot contract raising wages nearly 40% and addressing retirement and work rules.

bizjournals.com
1
319
A self-proclaimed "data junky" who retired last year is the 2026 CFO of the Year Lifetime Achievement award winner. bizjournals.com/memphis/news…
MBJ names CFO of the Year Lifetime Achievement honoree

MBJ names CFO of the Year Lifetime Achievement honoree

MBJ names CFO of the Year Lifetime Achievement honoree Fred Geyer, who retired as CFO at the end of 2025 after about a decade at Ring Container Technologies.

bizjournals.com
408
Load more