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Job Cuts at Chrysler Go Even Deeper Than Expected
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2 Winning Drug Tests, One Expected and One a Surprise
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China Bars Exports by 750 Toy Makers
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Canadian Exporters Hurt by a Soaring Currency
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F.T.C. Member Vows Tighter Controls of Online Ads
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Post a CommentMySpace Joins Google Alliance to Counter Facebook
The alliance presents a powerful counterweight to Facebook, which has persuaded thousands of developers to create programs for its users.
A War Game Supposes Scarce and Risky Oil
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New York Says Appraiser Inflated Value of Homes
The state’s attorney general has accused an appraisal firm of inflating the value of homes under pressure from Washington Mutual, one of the nation’s largest lenders.
Government Cannot Halt Oil Incentives, Judge Rules
A federal court ruling could free the energy industry from paying the government up to $60 billion in royalties for oil and gas produced in publicly owned waters of the Gulf of Mexico.
Income Data Hints at Underlying Economic Strength
A report on personal income and spending pointed to continued strength in the economy even as analysts feared widespread troubles in the next few months.
A Modern Marketplace for Israel’s Ultra-Orthodox
The Israeli economy has adjusted in surprising ways to the market power of the ultra-Orthodox community.
Video: The Kosher EconomyCiting Oil Prices, Asia Starts Reducing Fuel Subsidies
Consumers in Asia are feeling the heat of skyrocketing oil prices as governments start rolling back subsidies that have kept costs for gasoline and other fuel artificially low.
Exxon Mobil Profit Drops as Costs Rise for Refining
Hurt by lower refining margins, Exxon Mobil saw shares decline almost 4 percent after posting earnings that fell 10 percent in the third quarter, below Wall Street expectations.
Verizon to Put Executive Pay to Shareholder Vote
Under fire over executive pay, Verizon announced plans to put its compensation plans to an annual vote by investors starting with its general meeting in 2009.
Sales at Ford Decrease for the 12th Month in a Row
Ford posted its 12th consecutive monthly U.S. sales decline, while General Motors and Toyota each gained market share in October on higher truck sales.
Life After Securities Fraud
When he was put in prison for securities fraud, Michael L. Smirlock wondered if his life was over. Looking back, he says he does not miss Wall Street, but he does miss his friends.
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It was Charles O. Prince's turn to feel the heat as analysts questioned the strength of Citigroup's balance sheet.
Being Kept in the Dark on Wall Street
Every financial disaster deserves a scapegoat. This time it could be the credit rating agencies.
Floyd Norris: Notions on High and Low Finance
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