Goldman slapped with $27 million fine by U.K. FSA
The U.K.’s financial-services watchdog said Thursday that it has fined Goldman Sachs 17.5 million pounds ($27 million) for failing to disclose a U.S. fraud probe that encompassed the firm’s British operations. feeds.marketwatch.com |
Greek protesters confront government on economy
By NICHOLAS PAPHITIS 2010-09-11T18:14:52ZTHESSALONIKI, Greece (AP) -- Greece's prime minister promised Saturday to lower corporate taxes to help revive the debt-plagued country's shrinking economy, while thousands of protesters marched against the government's harsh austerity measures.... hosted.ap.org |
Rio Tinto denies deal with BHP Billiton is facing collapse
Rio Tinto has been forced to deny a report in the Australian press on Tuesday, which claimed that it was preparing to walk away from its proposed $116bn iron-ore joint venture with BHP Billiton. telegraph.co.uk |
Bond Report: Treasurys gain after jobs; yields fall to new lows
Ten-year U.S. bond yields fall to levels last since January 2009, as more Federal Reserve easing expectations gain credence after a disappointing jobs report.. feeds.marketwatch.com |
Poll: Weak economic growth expected through 2011
By DANIEL WAGNER 2010-10-11T17:05:27ZWASHINGTON (AP) -- Top forecasters say the economy will grow this year and next at a slower pace than previously thought, weakened by governments and consumers spending less so they can pay down debt.... hosted.ap.org |