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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...]

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...]

Retail Sales Show Some Signs Of Life At The High-end

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:47:20 GMT

The market is rallying this morning on the heels of several better than expected economic and earnings reports. Cisco (CSCO) reported strong results last night, and also raised guidance going forward. The upbeat news was met with enthusiasm by investors, and is helping tech stocks lead the action so far today (particularly semis).[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...]

Buffett Gets His Cheque Book Out

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:17:34 GMT

Given the slew of positive economic data Monday you might have been forgiven for expecting a decent rebound in risk assets. There was a rebound of sorts in early New York trading, with the Dow up close to 150 points at one stage.[More...]

Consumer borrowing drops $14.8B in September

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 23:50:00 GMT

WASHINGTON - Consumers borrowed less for a record eighth straight month in September amid rising unemployment and tight credit conditions.
Economists worry the declines in borrowing will drag on the fledgling recovery.
The Federal Reserve said Friday that borrowing fell at an annual rate of $14.8 billion in September.

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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?

The Dollar-Proof Portfolio

Retail Sales Show Some Signs Of Life At The High-end

What Investors Should Look for In Today’s Fed Statement

Are Discount Brokers Shares Worth Owning?

Technology Rises And Buying Facebook

Buffett Gets His Cheque Book Out

Consumer borrowing drops $14.8B in September

Consumer borrowing drops $14.8B in September

Business events scheduled for the coming week

Ahead of the Bell: Consumer Credit

October sales offer relief to merchants

October sales offer relief to merchants

October sales offer relief to merchants

Eden Prairie Mall's Tax Appeal Backfires: Eden Prairie Center's Owner Asked the State Tax Court to Cut Its Property Tax Valuation, but Instead Was Ordered to Pay More.

Shoppers Can Shoot for a Gunn Photo

Chandler Mall's Owner Sells Half Its Stake: Westcor Parent Company's Move Reduces Its Debt

AMAG Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Reports Financial Results for the Third Quarter Ended September 30, 2009

International Shipholding Corporation Reports Third Quarter 2009 Results

Stone Energy Corporation Announces Upcoming Presentation at Barclays Energy Conference

Nordstrom Reports August Sales

BenchmarkJournal.Com Free Analyst Review for SD, UTX, DVA, HCN, JWN and MAC

Nordstrom Reports Second Quarter 2009 Earnings

Rodman & Renshaw Announces Participants for the Community & Regional Bank Panel Discussion at the Annual Global Investment Conference on September 10, 2009

Nordstrom Reports July Sales

Nordstrom Rack to Open First Tampa, Florida Store

AMAG Pharmaceuticals, Inc. to Present at the Canaccord Adams 29th Annual Global Growth Conference

Form 4 ADAGE CAPITAL PARTNERS For: Nov 03 (10K)

Form 4 Myers Margaret For: Sep 18 (10K)

Form 4 NORDSTROM INC For: Dec 26 Filed by: WALTER ROBERT D (10K)

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Form 4 NARACHI MICHAEL For: Oct 06 (10K)

Form 4 CAMPBELL ROBERT ERNST For: Sep 21 (10K)

Form 4 NORDSTROM INC For: Sep 21 Filed by: BLACK LAURIE M (10K)

Form 4 Myers Margaret For: Sep 17 (10K)

Form 4 CAMPBELL ROBERT ERNST For: Sep 15 (10K)

Form 4 NORDSTROM INC For: Sep 15 Filed by: WALTER ROBERT D (10K)