Finance News
- Arroyo birthday gift to son: P3B worth of projects Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 5:14PMLIBMANAN, CAMARINES SUR—The Bicolanos of Camarines Sur province have billions of reasons to be thankful on the birthday of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo’s son on Thursday.
- Jury acquits man of sex abuse charge Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 5:14PMA jury deliberated for almost three hours before returning three not guilty verdicts in the case of a Glasgow man charged with having sex with a 15-year-old family member.
- Spherion to Present at CL King Best Ideas Conference Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 5:14PM Spherion Corporation , a recruiting, staffing and workforce solutions provider, today announced that Roy Krause, president and CEO; Mark Smith, executive vice president and CFO; and Randal Atkinson, senior director of investor relations of Spherion will present at the CL King Best Ideas Conference in New York City, on Wednesday, September 17 at 2:15 p.m.
- TRAFINA Energy Ltd. Announces Director Nominees for Election at Annual General and Special Shareholder Meeting Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 5:13PM CALGARY, ALBERTA-- - TRAFINA Energy Ltd. announces that the following persons are proposed to be elected as directors of the Company at the annual general and special meeting of shareholders to be held on October 3, 2008: Roland T.
- Police investigate a second bank robbery Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 5:13PMThe Glasgow Police Department is investigating a potential Thursday morning bank robbery at the South Central Bank branch on Happy Valley Road.
- Kentucky delegates enjoy St. Paul Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 5:12PMKentucky delegates to the Republican National Convention in St. Paul, Minn., are enthusiastic about John McCain’s vice presidential pick, Sarah Palin, and Secretary of State Trey Grayson is getting attention from delegates and media outside of Kentucky.
- Final Glance: Finance companies Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 5:11PMBank of America fell $2.36 or 7.2 percent, to $30.60. CIT Group fell $.42 or 3.9 percent, to $10.31.
- Blue World Pools Investigation Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 5:11PMIt advertises a refreshing pool at a low price, but a 7 On Your Side Investigation found some people who say a pool company’s sales pitch, is deceptive, and it leaves some consumers with pools they cannot afford.
- Two women deliver outside government health centre in Uttar Pradesh Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 10:08AMA day after the Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court pulled up the state medical authorities for their failure to provide care to two pregnant Dalit women forcing them to deliver outside a community health centre, two more cases were reported here Wednesday night.
- Services grow on increasing orders, less inflation Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 10:07AM(AP:NEW YORK) The U.S. service sector grew unexpectedly in August for the first time in three months as new orders improved and inflation moderated, a private trade group said Thursday.
- TAX-NEWS.COM Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 10:07AMCorporate income tax rates in Korea are still too high, despite plans for a 5% reduction, according to Strategy and Finance Minister, Kang Man-soo.
- FTSE 250 movers: Oil rally lifts Heritage, Premier Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 10:07AMLONDON (SHARECAST) - Heritage Oil and Premier Oil are lifted by the higher crude price. Oil rose for the first time in five days as the latest in the recent string of hurricanes, ‘Ike’ threatened to disrupt supplies in the Atlantic
- Daily Headline News for September 4, 2008 Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 10:05AMDigest of headline news as of 7:00 p.m. Moscow time on September 4: BUSINESS & FINANCE *** RUSSIAN CENTRAL BANK ESTIMATES CAPITAL OUTFLOW AT ABOUT $5 BLN IN AUGUST The Central Bank of Russia is estimating that the country saw capital outflow of roughly $5 billion in August 2008, Central Bank Chairman Sergei Ignatyev told journalists in Astrakhan on Thursday.
- Economic Report: Services side of U.S. economy expands in August, ISM says Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 10:04AMActivity in the nonmanufacturing sectors of the U.S. economy shows slight expansion during August, says the Institute for Supply Management in its latest report.
- Accounting Firm Launches New Website for Students and Job Seekers Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 10:03AM Aronson & Company , a nationally-ranked top 50 accounting and consulting firm, recently announced the launch of its TeamAronson.com website geared toward college accounting and finance majors entering the job market.
- Cherokee animal shelter manager steps down Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 5:38AMPublished: Thursday, September 4, 2008 at 3:15 a.m. Last Modified: Thursday, September 4, 2008 at 1:09 a.m. GAFFNEY - The job of Cherokee County interim animal shelter manager is vacant after three months.
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- Peek at the Week Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 5:36AM Submissions for "Peek at the Week" are required 10 days preceding the date of publication. Send to: Mary Ann Bottari, Pioneer Press, 130 S. Prospect Avenue, Park Ridge IL 60068. Information may be faxed to (847) 696-3229.
- Indian economy to grow by 8.2 pc in 2008-09 Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 5:35AM A study says by 2010 economy can accelerate to 9 per cent.
- Insurance firm may open doors downtown Grant: Office opening set for October Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 5:34AMOCALA - The ability to find qualified professionals may determine whether a new employer locates in downtown Ocala.
- Justice Center project gets $1 million break Tuesday, September 2, 2008 @ 10:42PMThe Eagle County commissioners are close to approving financing to expand the Eagle County Justice Center. EAGLE COUNTY — The county is close to approving the financing to expand the Justice Center, but not quite yet.
- (AFX UK Focus) 2008-09-03 04:22 Manila expects $2.5 bln foreign borrowings in 2009 Tuesday, September 2, 2008 @ 10:40PMMANILA, Sept 3 (Reuters) - The Philippines expects to raise $2.5 billion in a mix of sovereign debt issues and official development loans next year, up 9 percent from this year, official government documents showed on Wednesday.
- 2002 STERLING A9500 Tuesday, September 2, 2008 @ 10:38PM* Plus government fees and taxes, any finance charges, any dealer document preparation charge, and any emission testing charge.
- Time for a U-turn Tuesday, September 2, 2008 @ 1:45PMThe worst seems to be almost over for banking stocks except for some short-term hiccups and investors can start buying in small lots, as the downside is limited.
- Crown Holdings to Present at Wachovia and Key Banc Packaging Conferences Tuesday, September 2, 2008 @ 1:44PM Crown Holdings, Inc. , announced today that John W. Conway, Chairman of the Board, President and Chief Executive Officer and Alan W. Rutherford, Vice Chairman, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer will address the KeyBanc Basic Materials & Packaging Conference in Boston, Massachusetts on Wednesday, September 10, 2008 and Timothy J.
- George Clooney to Host Barack Obama Fundraiser in Geneva Tuesday, September 2, 2008 @ 1:42PMDrinks with the actor cost $1,000; dinner runs $10,000
- Lehman, KDB Flirtation Attracts Investors Tuesday, September 2, 2008 @ 1:41PMShares of Lehman jump in New York on hopes of a bid from Korea Development Bank.
- Oil price falls to lowest level since April Tuesday, September 2, 2008 @ 4:11AMSharp drop boosts dollar, which hit eight-month high against a basket of major currencies. By Julia Kollewe
- Aid agencies plan CO2 offsets 2 Sep 2008, 0658 hrs IST,REUTERS Tuesday, September 2, 2008 @ 4:11AMLONDON: From fuel-efficient stoves for displaced Congolese families to drought-resistant cashew trees in Brazil, some aid agencies offering carbon offset schemes want to marry emissions savings with help for people living with climate change.
- Judge whittles potential jurors to 44 people Tuesday, September 2, 2008 @ 4:10AMOpening statements in the corruption trial of Antoin "Tony" Rezko appear set for Thursday morning after the judge and lawyers in the case moved close Tuesday to making their final jury picks.
- SNP warns no extra money for councils as strikes loom Tuesday, September 2, 2008 @ 4:10AMUnions and employers were today urged to return to the negotiating table as Scotland faced the prospect of more council pay strikes. The appeal was issued by finance secretary John Swinney who also said councils could expect no extra money from the Scottish Government.
- Nuangola will request dig info Tuesday, September 2, 2008 @ 4:09AMCouncil is seeking answers from the borough sewer authority about the status of an archaeological study and a $25,000 loan.
- Albaraka Turk Participation Bank increases its net profits by 118% in the first half of 2008 Tuesday, September 2, 2008 @ 4:09AMManama, 02 September 2008: Albaraka Turk Participation Bank, a subsidiary banking unit of Albaraka Banking Group B.S.C. (ABG) Albaraka Banking Group B.S.C. (ABG) , announced that it achieved a substantial increase of 131% in its net operating income and 118% in net income.
- More News Tuesday, September 2, 2008 @ 4:08AMStudy: Bump could come from merit pay NEW YORK — U.S. workers can expect skimpy raises in their base salaries next year, but top performers may still fatten their paychecks with merit compensation.
- The Clanton Advertiser Sunday, August 31, 2008 @ 12:06AM• The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to Washington Mutual Bank, FA successor by merger to Fleet Mortgage Corp. (grantor) to The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (grantee), land located in Lot 1 of the Harold Smyer Addition.
- Local GOP contingent sets out for convention Sunday, August 31, 2008 @ 12:05AMHigh on the buzz their party is getting for a surprise vice-presidential selection, about a half-dozen local Republicans are flying or driving to Minneapolis-St. Paul this weekend for the GOP¿s national convention.
- After taking to capitalism, Russia tries agri-business Sunday, August 31, 2008 @ 12:04AMThe fields around this little farming enclave are among the most fertile on earth. But like tens of million of acres of land in this country, after the collapse of the Soviet Union, they literally went to seed.
- Executive Moves Sunday, August 31, 2008 @ 12:04AMERA DINEEN REALTY, Sayreville, said Diane Sovay Cotroneo and Sarah Irasusta both joined as sales associates. NORRIS McLAUGHLIN & MARCUS, Somerville, said Jeralyn Lawrence, a member within the firm, was appointed to serve as a trustee to the Somerset County Bar Association.
- 2006 FREIGHTLINER CL120 Saturday, August 30, 2008 @ 11:53PM* Plus government fees and taxes, any finance charges, any dealer document preparation charge, and any emission testing charge. serial number: 1FUJA6CK26LW08202, stock number: RCC4012, 488043 miles, 470 HP, RED, 4 Bag Air Ride suspension, 40000 axle cap.
- State Briefs Saturday, August 30, 2008 @ 11:51PMCasino allegedly bribed officials Officials of a Minnesota-based casino management company are disputing the findings of an investigative report that alleges self-dealing by people formerly associated with Lucky Star Casinos.
- Saudi Arabia: NCB offers Islamic finance up to SR3m Saturday, August 30, 2008 @ 11:44PM31 August 2008 JEDDAH: The National Commercial Bank (NCB) has come up with a personal Islamic finance scheme that can entitle a person seeking finance or a real estate mortgage deal from SR1.5 million to SR3 million, subject to approval from the Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency.
- McKinney assistant city manager Regie Neff retiring on Sept. 12 after 10 years Monday, August 25, 2008 @ 2:13AMThe city of McKinney will lose one of its longtime leaders on Sept. 12 as assistant city manager Regie Neff is retiring to attend college full-time to complete her master’s degree in teaching and embark on a new career path.
- Madison needs$250G to refilllegal fees fund Monday, August 25, 2008 @ 2:13AMMADISON — Ongoing troubles in the Police Department and 96 revaluation appeals have depleted the town’s legal budget less than two months into the fiscal year, prompting selectmen to consider a $250,000 special appropriation to replenish the fund.
- Woodbridgepolitician apal, ex-aideof Biden ? Monday, August 25, 2008 @ 2:12AMNewly named vice presidential candidate Sen. Joe Biden, D-Del., has close personal ties to former Woodbridge First Selectman Roger Harrison and campaigned here for Harrison when he first ran for the local seat in 1997.
- MEDC board approves up to $5 million for data center Monday, August 25, 2008 @ 2:12AMMcKinney is slated to be home to a $200 million DFW Information Technology Gateway data center south of US 380 that will provide companies a safe haven to store their servers and other vital computer equipment.
- Improbable path to nomination Monday, August 25, 2008 @ 2:12AMWASHINGTON — Talk about audacity. A year ago, Barack Obama, Hillary Rodham Clinton and at least a few others in the crowded race for the Democratic presidential nomination seemed to agree on one thing: She was the big favorite; he might just be a flash in the pan.
- Bovie Medical makes electrosurgical strike Monday, August 25, 2008 @ 2:12AMLARGO — With an eye on boosting efficiency and developing new products, Bovie Medical Corp. plans to sell its manufacturing plant in the Tyrone Industrial Park and purchase the former Harland Clarke facility. (BSX)
- Con-Way Names Veteran Executive to Lead Global Policy Efforts Monday, August 25, 2008 @ 2:12AM8/25/2008 David L. Miller has been named vice president, global policy and economic sustainability at Con-way.
- What they are saying about Biden Saturday, August 23, 2008 @ 9:12PMHere are excerpts from statements issued today regarding Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama’s choice of Joe Biden to be his running mate. “Joe Biden is a great partner for Barack Obama and the right Vice Presidential choice for America.
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