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- Pvt pension funds to start by April 1 Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 4:45AMRegulator to invite bids next month, may allow 26% FDI. After a four-year wait, the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) is ready to kick off the process to set up private pension funds so that salaried and non-salaried people can start investing April onwards.
- Alwaleed Exceeds Buffett’s Loss as Citigroup Drops (Update1) Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 3:49AMNov. 20 (Bloomberg) -- The Warren Buffett of the Gulf is taking a bigger hit from the credit crunch than the original. Prince Alwaleed bin Talal was lauded by Time magazine as the Middle East’s answer to the Sage of Omaha after a 1991 investment in Citigroup Inc.’s predecessor helped make the Saudi billionaire one of the world’s five richest people.
- Coal lobby suggests tax breaks Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 3:45AMState lawmakers asked the coal and utility industries to investigate how Wyoming can compete with other states in luring commercial-scale "clean coal" development, and lobbyists came back with three draft bills.
- Financial planning Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 3:13AMThese are indeed bad times. The best of your financial plans must have gone haywire because of the stock market crash and the current economic slowdown.
- Charlie Pond honored as CCISD Citizen of the Year Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 3:05AMFew things in life are more valuable to a human being than an education. One may lose his family and all his riches but no one can ever take his education away.
- Making community investment Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 10:33AMPaul Wubben has dug into his own pocket to dole out $3,000 to students attending Catholic schools across the region. The St. Clair Catholic District [...]
- Executive Summary by Sen. Baucus and Staff Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 10:10AMThe link between health care costs and the economy is undeniable. Reforming the health care system is essential to restoring America’s overall economy and the financial security of our working families.
- Watch ‘What Do I Do Now?’ with Consuelo Mack Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 9:38AMAfter months of cascading news about the financial crisis, many of you are asking, “What Do I Do Now?” ...How to navigate a prolonged recession? Where to turn for guidance? Watch WHAT DO I DO NOW? – a personal show about finance - online.
- Big investment funds balance going green with the bottom line Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 8:56AMUntil recently it was mostly a niche, but pension funds and institutional investors, particularly in Europe, are starting to pursue a green investment strategy. But many funds, even those with environmental interests, are reluctant to follow.
- Educators await changes from Obama Wednesday, November 12, 2008 @ 10:30PMThe campaign promises were made, the ballots were counted, and a new president promising to bring change was elected.
- Rural P.E.I. will get to surf Internet Wednesday, November 12, 2008 @ 10:29PM Aliant is investing $8.2 million to connect rural Prince Edward Island to the World Wide Web, Premier Robert Ghiz announced Wednesday.
- Test your money personality Wednesday, November 12, 2008 @ 10:02PMFind out which of the five profiles fits your style, and how this will affect your future.
- Barton Biggs: A deluge of hedge fund selling is unlikely Tuesday, November 11, 2008 @ 5:28AM Bear in mind two caveats as you peruse these comments. First, I run a hedge fund, so I am hardly an unbiased observer. Second, nobody, and I mean nobody, really knows what hedge fund liquidity is or what redemptions are or will be.
- The Silicon Lining Tuesday, November 11, 2008 @ 5:11AMWhy the bust is good for Silicon Valley.
- MSN Money Launches Educational Webisodes to Help Protect Military Service Members From Financial Fraud Tuesday, November 11, 2008 @ 5:00AM Microsoft Corp., a worldwide leader in software, services and solutions, today announced along with "MoneyTrack" that it will launch a new, three-part webisode series on MSN Money aimed at educating military members and families about the latest financial scams, the importance of staying debt-free and alternatives to borrowing.
- Still Time to Button-up House for Winter; Save Energy, Save Money Tuesday, November 11, 2008 @ 4:24AMThe chill in the air may give way to a sunny afternoon, but, ready or not, winter is coming, a Kansas State University specialist said.
- U.S. funds could stimulate LV credit Friday, November 7, 2008 @ 11:29AMThe ice could be cracking on the credit freeze that has hurt the local, national and global markets, but a key element of the federal rescue plan counts on banks to lend the taxpayer-funded money to stimulate the economy.
- Updated 11/7: Calendar Friday, November 7, 2008 @ 11:17AMFind out what to do this week and beyond. Tips on how to search the Internet more effectively will be presented during the finding information online demonstration to be held at the Indian Prairie Public Library from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Nov. 13 in the second floor meeting room on the second floor of the library, 401 Plainfield Road, Darien.
- Obama on Energy Friday, November 7, 2008 @ 11:12AMThe president-elect has a plan, and you can profit from it.
- TELUS Reports $285 Million Profit in Third Quarter 2008 Friday, November 7, 2008 @ 11:03AMVancouver, BC, November 7, 2008--(T-Net)--TELUS Corporation today reported its financial results for the third quarter of 2008, including revenue of $2.4 billion, a six per cent increase from a year ago.
- Updated 11/7: Calendar Friday, November 7, 2008 @ 11:03AM Find out what to do this week and beyond.
- Nope, Democratic Effort to Tax 401(k) Plans Not an Urban Legend Friday, November 7, 2008 @ 11:00AMThe idea to nationalize savings is nothing new in liberal circles.
- Service-oriented architecture: the essential guide Friday, November 7, 2008 @ 10:33AMA service-oriented architecture (SOA) is a standardised IT architecture designed to support the connection of various applications and the sharing of data.
- Financial crisis puts chill in Asian art Thursday, November 6, 2008 @ 6:52PMHONG KONG (Reuters) - Down a quiet Hong Kong lane beside the century-old masonry of a colonial-era prison, the 10 Chancery Lane Gallery is abuzz as staff hang bright, bold canvasses and hand-painted photos by three female Indian artists.
- Farmers impacted by economic turmoil Thursday, November 6, 2008 @ 6:11PMBy PAUL MORDEN The Observer Talk of belt-tightening at Queen’s Park has some Ontario farmers worrying about the future of programs that serve as [...]
- Air Play [All] Thursday, November 6, 2008 @ 5:33PMAre video games the new radio? We chat to Red Octane, Harmonix, and rock stars around the world to find out.
- Pension Systems Want Court Ruling on Sudan Divestment Law Thursday, November 6, 2008 @ 4:44PMTwo retirement fund systems want the court to rule on whether Sudan Divestment is constitutional.
- Govt mulls more spending amid IMF gloom Thursday, November 6, 2008 @ 4:05PMThe Federal Government says Australia might need another economic stimulus package after grim new predictions from the International Monetary Fund overnight.
- How to Salvage Your Retirement Plan Now Thursday, November 6, 2008 @ 3:57PMRestart your plan from where you are today.
- Money available for infrastructure, Swan Wednesday, November 5, 2008 @ 7:12PMThe federal government can still fast track some infrastructure programs, but Treasurer Wayne Swan has warned that the global financial crisis could curtail other plans.
- (AFX UK Focus) 2008-11-06 00:19 FEATURE-Dutch backpacker defies politics to invest in Iran Wednesday, November 5, 2008 @ 6:56PMBy Fredrik Dahl
- Dutch backpacker defies politics to invest in Iran Wednesday, November 5, 2008 @ 6:18PM Sebastian Straten is going against the flow. As some Western corporations pack up and mothball projects in Iran under pressure of sanctions, the entrepreneurial Dutchman is preparing for the day when tourists flock to the Islamic state.
- Miraculous March To The White House Wednesday, November 5, 2008 @ 6:12PMBut questions loom on health care and energy.
- Primingthe pump Wednesday, November 5, 2008 @ 6:00PMTO be sure, the global economic downturn requires urgent policy responses. But it also requires cool heads and steady hands to cushion the impact. While the last thing that we need are policymakers who are in a state of denial, neither do we want them to hit the panic button.
- Web 2.0 Summit: Larry Brilliant on investing in the future Wednesday, November 5, 2008 @ 5:57PMIn the spirit of the new era in American history, philanthropy, rather than business models or Facebook, was the first topic of discussion at the annual San Francisco confab.
- Dividend Stock-Picking: Carnival Wednesday, November 5, 2008 @ 5:52PMGo beyond the dividend hype with TheStreet.com
- Faith-based effort to avert foreclosures Tuesday, October 28, 2008 @ 10:08AMAbout 500 congregants and clergy from Bay Area churches packed into Holy Rosary Parish hall in Antioch on Monday night for a spirited town hall meeting to demand a broad-based approach to helping people avoid foreclosure. "Our purpose is to stand up for real...
- Mark Daniels: Getting through to the general public Tuesday, October 28, 2008 @ 9:49AMYes, newspapers and television channels are reporting the wider picture: that an average of 36 pubs a week are closing at the moment. Yes, they report that most of these closures are due to the landlords getting in to financial difficulty.
- SSP launches poll cold war Tuesday, October 28, 2008 @ 9:32AMCold calling: SSP candidate Morag Balfour. The Scottish Socialist Party hoped to catch its more fancied rivals cold on the Glenrothes by-election campaign trail today (writes Craig Smith).
- U.S. Stocks Jump on Valuations; Alcoa, Barrick Gold Advance Tuesday, October 28, 2008 @ 9:23AMOct. 28 (Bloomberg) -- U.S. stocks rallied, following gains in Asian and European markets , as the cheapest valuations in more than two decades lured investors back into equities.
- The Crack-up Boom, Part XI Tuesday, October 28, 2008 @ 9:15AMWe are nearing the first crescendo of the unfolding Crack-up Boom. As outlined in the 2008 outlook entitled “Wolf Wave, aka Thrill ride” the markets are set to experience an emotional and financial EXPLOSION. A coming explosion outlined many times since the April 2007 Tedbits “Fingers of Instability” series first identified the WOLFE wave.
- PM Lee says buyers of Lehman—linked products should seek resolution with banks first Sunday, October 26, 2008 @ 12:06PMXIAN, CHINA: Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has spoken for the first time on the issue of investors who have lost money over the Lehman structured products sold in Singapore.
- Municipal bonds: an investment with civic pride Sunday, October 26, 2008 @ 11:55AMMuni issues grow in turbulent times, offering higher yields.
- Spout Off Sunday, October 26, 2008 @ 11:53AMAs our country sinks deeper and deeper into financial crisis little is being said about the direct link of our dependence on foreign oil. The exorbitant cost of fuel has strained every aspect of our economy.
- Report: Indiana working poor numbers grow Sunday, October 26, 2008 @ 9:56AMFORT WAYNE, Ind. - The number of poor working families in Indiana is increasing and is likely to grow even more as the economy struggles, a new report said.
- Candidates for Keyport council cite finances, business climate Wednesday, October 22, 2008 @ 6:34PM The incumbent Borough Council president and three newcomers are seeking election to the two open seats on the governing body. Democratic Councilman Joseph Sheridan is seeking re-election, while fellow Democrat Susie Sefcik and Republicans Clemente Toglia and John Ambrose are making their first run at a council seat.
- Letters To The Editor Wednesday, October 22, 2008 @ 6:08PMSeveral people have written concerned that we cannot afford the proposed millage for improvements to our schools and rehabilitation of the High School.
- Trust instincts when considering quick money fixes Wednesday, October 22, 2008 @ 5:31PMAmid concerns about the economy, you might be looking to tackle your credit card debt or make some extra money. Unfortunately, there are scammers out there who are looking to take advantage of you in situations like these. Erin Jones, senior vice president for communications with the Better Business Bureau of Austin (centraltx.bbb.org), says that during economic downturns, the bureau sees a rise ...
- Watson, Meyerson face off for 145th district Wednesday, October 22, 2008 @ 2:38AMState Rep. Katherine Watson, R-144, will face off against Democratic challenger Mitchell Meyerson for the House seat.
- State House, District 46A Wednesday, October 22, 2008 @ 2:31AMVoters will chose from Gene Lotts and incumbent Michael Nelson for the District 46A seat in the Minnesota House of Representatives. The elected candidate will serve two years and receive a $31,140 annual salary.