Where did Helen R. Walton, ranked 11th in the "Forbes" Top 100 Richest in the U.S. in 2006, make her billions?

Business Trivia / October 15, 2025

Wal-Mart. Helen R. Walton ranked 11th on "Forbes" 2006 Rich List was 86 years old in 2006 and was worth $15.3 billion.

What does "LIFO" stand for?

Business Trivia / October 14, 2025

Last In First Out. Since the 1970's, U.S. companies have tended to use "LIFO" which reduces their income taxes in times of inflation.

In the early 1950's, what did Sears market under the brand name "Allstates"?

Business Trivia / October 14, 2025

Automobiles. Sears' Allstate line included one car, and several scooters and motorcycles.

"Swissy" is jargon for what?

Business Trivia / October 13, 2025

Swiss Franc. The Swiss franc is the only version of the franc still issued in Europe.

Which hamburger chain is named for a character in the "Popeye" comics?

Business Trivia / October 13, 2025

Wimpy's. The portly J. Wellington Wimpy was famous for the line "I will gladly pay you Tuesday for a hamburger today."

Who assumed the role of CEO at Chevron on February 1, 2018?

Business Trivia / October 12, 2025

Michael K. Wirth. Wirth earned a Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from the University of Colorado and joined Chevron as a design engineer in 1982.