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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...]

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...]

Five Ways To Ride The Commodities Bull

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:21:07 GMT

Commodity prices have faltered in the last couple of weeks, and much of the “smart money” is saying the boom is over. Don’t believe it.[More...]

Wintry welcome: Sellers can lure potential buyers inside by making a good first impression outside. Here are some quick and easy ways to improve a home's curb appeal during the gray days ahead.

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 04:48:00 GMT

Nov. 7--How do you make your for-sale home stand out from the crowd?
By creating an inviting, sparkling-clean exterior to give buyers the feeling that the home is well-maintained inside and out.
"They'll be curious about the inside and may make an appointment for a showing," said Stephanie Tensing, a Plymouth Edina Realty agent who also stages homes.

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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

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

Five Ways To Ride The Commodities Bull

Wintry welcome: Sellers can lure potential buyers inside by making a good first impression outside. Here are some quick and easy ways to improve a home's curb appeal during the gray days ahead.

Keep your energy bills in check this winter with some quick and easy improvements

The News-Times, Danbury, Conn., Brian Koonz column: Danbury veteran reflects on his loss -- and growth -- during World War II

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Today is Election Day

The Florida Times-Union, Jacksonville, Mark Basch Column

Tax Haven Vacation: Little Luxembourg and Other Offshore Banking Spots Need Your Help

Whistleblower: Repair Headache Drags on: Jeff Nelson's Monticello House Isn't Fixed Yet, After 17 Months, Two Contractors and an Overflowing Dumpster.

Evening Standard, London, Market Report Column

Gadgets: WD Media Player Makes Watching Your Own HD Video Easier

Home Federal Bancorp, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Year End Results

Eaton Vance Insured Municipal Bond Funds Declare Monthly Distributions

Home Federal Bancorp, Inc. Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend

Intelligent Systems Announces Second Quarter 2009 Results

Home Federal Bancorp, Inc. Announces Purchase and Assumption of Community First Bank; Company to Expand Financial Services to Customers in Oregon

Home Federal Bancorp, Inc. Announces Purchase and Assumption of Community First Bank

Home Federal Bancorp, Inc. Of Louisiana Reports Results of Operations for the Year and Quarter Ended June 30, 2009

Franc-Or Resources Corporation and Crocodile Gold Inc. announce proposed reverse take-over

Intelligent Systems Schedules Second Quarter Earnings Release and Conference Call

Forestar Announces Additional Disclosures Related to Oil and Gas Mineral Interests

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