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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...]

Wall Street Surges On Strong Economic Data, Boeing (NYSE: BA) Rallies

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:29:19 GMT

US stocks rallied on Thursday as upbeat economic data and better-than-expected revenue forecast from Cisco bolstered investor confidence.[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...]

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...]

STEC Inc (NASDAQ:STEC): Colour On Quarter - Setting Up For A Bounce?

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 12:56:07 GMT

Wanted to highlight some comments on STEC Inc (NASDAQ:STEC) following results (stock was down 30% in after hours trading): - Needham says they remain positive about enterprise SSD opportunity in 2010, but recognize that the EMC inventory overhang clouds the story temporarily. Despite this dynamic, they are comfortable with at least $2 in earnings power for 2010, leaving the stock compelling following the overreaction to 3Q/4Q earnings.[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...]

Engine smoke causes Delta plane evacuation

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 20:39:00 GMT

Engine smoke causes Delta plane evacuation[More...]

Home energy issues updated: Dominion East Ohio bill reveals changes

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 19:47:00 GMT

Nov. 8--Here are a number of updates having to do with energy issues -- both for natural gas and electricity.
Your most recent bill from Dominion East Ohio shows the "Basic Monthly Charge" has gone up again, but another part of your bill has gone down.
Let me explain: the basic monthly charge, which is for such costs as meter readings, rendering bills and running Dominion's call center was a flat $5.70 until October 2008 when it went to $12.50.

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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

Wall Street Surges On Strong Economic Data, Boeing (NYSE: BA) Rallies

Your Kind of Day?

The Dollar-Proof Portfolio

What Investors Should Look for In Today’s Fed Statement

STEC Inc (NASDAQ:STEC): Colour On Quarter - Setting Up For A Bounce?

Are Discount Brokers Shares Worth Owning?

Technology Rises And Buying Facebook

Engine smoke causes Delta plane evacuation

Home energy issues updated: Dominion East Ohio bill reveals changes

EDITORIAL: Banks are too big, if too big to fail: Ignoring British example, Obama wants to prop up financial behemoths.

BofA took risks long before Merrill: In '07, CEO Lewis launched effort to ramp up loans, investment banking while still spending on deals.

Evening Standard, London, market report column

Taxpayers risked trillions at height of crisis

Bonuses could jump 40 pct on Wall Street

BIA September passengers up 12%: Despite August setback, 2009 numbers show 8% increase for the year

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Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Hosts Reception and Special Presentation with Wall Street Veteran Carla Harris

Colm Kelleher to Speak at the 2009 Bank of America Merrill Lynch Banking and Financial Services Conference

Galtstock Adds Suntech Power Holdings to Buy, Sell, Hold Portfolio

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Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Hosts Reception and Special Presentation With Wall Street Veteran Carla Harris

J.P. Morgan to Provide Global Custody and Securities Lending Capabilities to Jackson National's Variable Insurance Funds

PayPal Offers Big Savings With 2009 Holiday Promotions

New Release of [X+1] Audience Targeting Platform Drives Strong Results Through Site Personalization

J.P. Morgan to Provide Global Clearance Services to Regional Broker Hilliard Lyons

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