Patrick Kennedy
Reporter | Business Research
Phone: 612-673-7926
E-mail: pkennedy@startribune.com
Patrick Kennedy, reporter and researcher, produces the annual Star Tribune 100 ranking of Minnesota’s biggest companies; the CEO compensation package and the Nonprofit 100 as well as the Quarterly Deals and Quarterly Money Managers reports.
Recent content from Patrick Kennedy
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Opportunity amid mortgage chaos
Seeking a counter-cyclical play, Tealwood found a good bet in Dolan Media and its foreclosure services unit.
Jun 21, 2009 -
Once-reliable dividends are drying up at a record pace
Investors are paying for firms trying to stash away cash, though Minnesota firms are faring better.
May 31, 2009 -
SHARING THE PAIN
This recession hasn't spared payouts among Minnesota's top executives.
May 21, 2009 -
Survey says: Minnesota companies ride out economic 'perfect storm’
Watchful and wary, Minnesota companies ride out an economic 'perfect storm.'
Apr 22, 2009 -
State's biggest companies down but not out
As Wall Street panicked, Minnesota's biggest companies kept cool, made tough choices and planned for what they believe are better days ahead. They are still waiting.
Apr 19, 2009 -
Comings & goings: Farewell, Northwest
Mergers, delistings and other events sent some former Star Tribune 100 companies packing. But others rose to take places on the list.
Apr 17, 2009 -
Second crest expected in Fargo; Sheyenne River also rising
Fargo awaits a second crest later this week, one likely lower than the record set March 28. But a storm system in the forecast bears watching.
Apr 13, 2009 -
Land O'Lakes swings to loss but ends year on high note
Hedges in the fourth quarter cut into 2008 earnings, but year's profit still came near '07 record.
Feb 26, 2009 -
Trouble ahead for Minnesota's nonprofits
Minnesota's sturdy nonprofit sector braces for tough times as people have less money to give.
Dec 20, 2008 -
Convicted St. Paul killer is suspect in another killing
More than a decade after he was convicted for a fatal shooting that later led to a retaliatory attack, a St. Paul man is a key suspect in another homicide.
Dec 14, 2008
