Outside the Box: 7 investments that beat stocks now
While the economy is limping along, stocks are at best moving sideways with little appreciation. Jeff Reeves offers some alternatives to the stock market. feeds.marketwatch.com |
2 Texas men get probation in Mexican oil scheme
By JUAN A. LOZANO 2010-09-24T17:17:39ZHOUSTON (AP) -- Two Texas oil company officials have been sentenced to probation for their roles in brokering the sale of stolen petroleum products from Mexico.... hosted.ap.org |
Morgan Stanley posts 67% drop in profit
Chief Executive James Gorman says he is unsatisfied with the bank’s performance. feeds.marketwatch.com |
Unemployment rate drops in 23 states in September
By CHRISTOPHER S. RUGABER 2010-10-22T15:59:52ZWASHINGTON (AP) -- Nearly half of U.S. states reported drops in their unemployment rates last month, the best showing since June. But job creation was weak in most areas of the country.... hosted.ap.org |
Betfair shares get strong start in boost to IPO market
Betfair's shares jumped almost 20pc on their first day of dealing, giving a lift to the London market for initial public offerings (IPOs) which has struggled to back a winner this year. telegraph.co.uk |