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Strong Yen Fuels Rise in Japanese Takeovers (Sep-14, 15:30 EDT )-- The purchasing power of the yen has prompted some Japanese companies to go on global shopping sprees.
Only the Nasdaq Ends Higher, and Not by Much (Sep-14, 15:20 EDT )-- The gains on retail sales and business inventories were kept in check by new worries about the European economy.
As Greece Stagnates, Signs of Emigration Emerge (Sep-14, 15:16 EDT )-- A growing number of young college graduates are leaving Greece as the recession strangles a job market already crippled by a culture of cronyism.
Square Feet: The Auto Show Along 11th Avenue Is Expanding (Sep-14, 15:09 EDT )-- The stretch of dealerships on Manhattan’s far West Side is undergoing the biggest burst of activity in more than a decade.
Pentagon Outlines Ways to Try and Control Costs (Sep-14, 15:09 EDT )-- The changes are intended to rein in the ballooning cost of weapon systems and make military ships and planes more affordable.
Square Feet: Buildings Devoted to One Industry Fare Better in Tough Market (Sep-14, 15:09 EDT )-- In New York, specialty buildings are occupied by one industry alone and may insulate landlords and tenants from a volatile economy.
So You Want to Start a Business? (Sep-14, 14:51 EDT )-- Do the math first. And make sure you don’t trip over the hurdles of ignorance.
High-Fructose Corn Syrup’s New Name (Sep-14, 14:45 EDT )-- Corn refiners are asking the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to change the name of high-fructose corn syrup, using the term “corn sugar†instead.
How Do People Use Their Smartphones? (Sep-14, 14:21 EDT )-- A new report released by the Nielsen Company discussed new trends in advertising and downloads on smartphones.
Bill to Aid Small Businesses Advances in Senate (Sep-14, 14:13 EDT )-- Support from two Republicans helped a package of tax breaks and loan aid clear a procedural vote and head for near-certain passage.
U.S. Eyes $60B Defense Sales To Saudis (Sep-14, 14:00 EDT )-- The Obama Administration plans to sell at least $60 billion in fighter jets and helicopters to Saudi Arabia in the coming years. It's the biggest such sale in history, says a Pentagon official, and is meant to deter Iran. The deal will also will shore...
After Craigslist Exit, Sex Services Find New Homes (Sep-14, 14:00 EDT )-- Craigslist recently shut down the adult-services section of its website after repeated threats from state law enforcement officials. But Craigslist is only one of many legitimate online sites that offer ads for sex.
The Clean Air Act Turns 40 (Sep-14, 13:47 EDT )-- As the Clean Air Act turns 40, the law, which has been attacked by business interests since its birth as overly costly and prescriptive, is under siege again.
A New Mortgage Refinancing Tool (Sep-14, 13:40 EDT )-- A new Bills.com tool helps consumers figure out whether they should refinance or not.
Small-Business Credit Bill Clears Senate Hurdle (Sep-14, 12:01 EDT )-- The 61-37 vote clears the way for legislation to create a $30 billion government fund to help open up lending for credit-starved small businesses. Democrats cracked a GOP filibuster with the help of two Republicans.
Sometimes, Child Labor Falls Into Gray Areas (Sep-14, 12:00 EDT )-- There is a continuum of working children. On one end, there are child soldiers, factory and sex slaves, kids who are clearly being exploited and harmed. But on the other end, there are children who work on the family farm or at the family restaurant,...
How The Boss Deals With Health Law Could Affect Your Paycheck (Sep-14, 10:57 EDT )-- More employers than expected are looking to add some benefits to health plans. By doing so they'll also be freer to raise copayments and deductibles under the new health law.
Court Sale Collapses For Philadelphia Newspapers (Sep-14, 10:56 EDT )-- Creditors won't close as scheduled on the $139 million bankruptcy sale of the Inquirer and Daily News. The two papers have enough money to keep publishing while another deal is pursued.
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