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Thinking Of Itron, EnerNOC And MYR Group As Possible Takeover Candidates

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:24:20 GMT

Last week Warren Buffett bought the rest of Burlington Northern Santa Fe (Symbol BNI) in part because of railroads’ inherent ability to transport goods more energy efficiently than trucks. Meanwhile, for a still-to-be-published magazine article, I interviewed a ...[More...]

Biostar Raises $3.6 Million

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:26:18 GMT

Biostar Pharmaceuticals has completed a private placement that raised $3.6 million in new capital. Biostar will use the proceeds to complete its new raw materials processing facility. By taking its raw material production in house, Biostar will lower costs and ensure its product quality. Biostar plans to sell excess raw materials to other pharmaceutical companies in the Shaanxi province.[More...]

Bulls Back On Track?

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:21:18 GMT

Good morning. With chants of "Dow 10K… Dow 10K" once again rising from the streets at the corner of Broad and Wall yesterday, it is easy to believe that the bulls are back on track and that we'll soon be looking at new highs for the stock market. And when reviewing the data inputs to yesterday's 204 point romp, it is also easy to don the Dow10K hat once again and join in on the celebration.[More...]

Ford's Main Problem: The UAW's Crippling Job Classifications And Work Rules

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:52:50 GMT

Ford's 2,215 page 2007 master contract with the UAW 1941 UAW-Ford contract[More...]

Your Kind of Day?

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:06:48 GMT

As a rule, I try not to read too terribly much into a "Fed Day" as there is usually a big batch of volatility that may or may not mean much of anything come the dawn of the next day. Maybe, it's just me. Or maybe there are others that find themselves inclined to simply stand aside and watch the nuttiness from the sidelines on "Fed Days." But in any event, the volatility after a Fed announcement, while fun to watch, may not be telling as to what to expect in the future.[More...]

Lockheed Martin Passes Important Missile Test

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 18:39:05 GMT

On Thursday, the media got word from the U.S. Air Force of successful testing of Lockheed Martin’s (LMT) new and improved long range missiles. The successful testing, in which 15 out of 16 missiles got the desired result, should clear the way for up to $4.4 billion in contracts through 2023 after a Pentagon review of the program in December.[More...]

The Dollar-Proof Portfolio

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:31:14 GMT

Don't put off this important piece of the financial-planning process.[More...]

What Investors Should Look for In Today’s Fed Statement

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:04:24 GMT

In its continuing efforts to nurture the fragile economic recovery, the U.S. Federal Reserve is widely expected to leave interest rates at record lows when it concludes its meeting today (Wednesday).[More...]

Are Discount Brokers Shares Worth Owning?

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:28:03 GMT

The third quarter was a favorable one for the longs. Except for a few short-lived, minor pullbacks stock prices moved higher through the quarter. Stock price volatility declined, takeover activity rose, and risk appetite improved to help the S&P gain 15%.[More...]

Technology Rises And Buying Facebook

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:54:11 GMT

Technology stocks have done well this year. The Technology Select Sector SPDR (XLK) bottomed out in March and by late October was up more than 60%. Tech has performed better than any other sector year-to-date – up 33.7% as of Friday’s close.[More...]

United Water seeking 16.2% hike

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 17:46:00 GMT

Nov. 8--While Pennsylvania American Water Co. customers in Luzerne County will see a 6 percent rate hike next year, customers of United Water Pennsylvania Inc. could face an even greater increase.
The state Public Utility Commission on Friday announced it would investigate a proposed 16.2 percent rate increase for United Water's 56,000 customers, including 3,294 in the Back Mountain area.
The commission voted 4-0 to investigate the proposed increase that would increase revenues $4.9 million.

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Thinking Of Itron, EnerNOC And MYR Group As Possible Takeover Candidates

Biostar Raises $3.6 Million

Bulls Back On Track?

Ford's Main Problem: The UAW's Crippling Job Classifications And Work Rules

Your Kind of Day?

Lockheed Martin Passes Important Missile Test

The Dollar-Proof Portfolio

What Investors Should Look for In Today’s Fed Statement

Are Discount Brokers Shares Worth Owning?

Technology Rises And Buying Facebook

United Water seeking 16.2% hike

Power to the people?: Companies say price has to be right

Ameren trims 150 jobs through layoffs, buyouts

CEG closes nuclear deal

Ameren says 300 positions will be gone by Dec. 31

Constellation, EDF close deal: BGE parent to implement conditions from PSC, including $100 customer credit

Give PPL old refrigerator, receive $35 rebate

State Public Utility Commission public hearing on PPL rate hikes draws sparse crowd

The Baltimore Sun Jay Hancock column: Losing Black and Decker a bad sign for Md. business

HEATING COSTS LIKELY TO FALL: The forecast is based on lower fuel prices and a mild winter, but a big jump in oil prices could change the outlook.

Fitch: Expected Closing of Constellation Energy/EDF Transaction Not Expected to Affect Ratings

Constellation Energy Releases Statement Regarding the Company's Proposed Nuclear Joint Venture With EDF

Maryland Public Service Commission's Ruling Related to the Proposed Nuclear Joint Venture Between Constellation Energy and EDF Group

Fitch Affirms Central Hudson Gas & Electric's IDR at 'A-'; Outlook Stable

Constellation Energy to Present at the 44th EEI Financial Conference

Constellation Energy Reports Third Quarter 2009 Results

Corporate Office Properties Trust Reports Third Quarter 2009 Results

Nortel Provides Update on Auction Date for the Sale of Its GSM/GSM-R Business; Obtains Further Extension of Stay Period Under CCAA

Solar Power Industry Names Brandt ˜Utility CEO of the Year'

NEI Says Accomplishments of U.S. Nuclear Plants Highlight World-Class Performance

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