Didi Chuxing Technology Co., China's largest ride-sharing company, raised $7.3 billion in its latest fundraising effort.
Investors in the Uber rival include Apple Inc., China Life Insurance Co. and the financial affiliate of online shopping firm Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.
The latest round of funding values Didi Chuxing at nearly $28 billion.
The first southwest Missouri location of EarthWise Pet, a national chain of pet supply stores, opened; Grey Oak Investments LLC relocated; and Hot Bowl by Everyday Thai LLC got its start.