Archive for the ‘International’ Category

Next Stop: $100 Oil?

Tuesday, October 16th, 2007

Some analysts say record highs are only the beginning. Traders betting on rising global demand could push prices up further

Original post by AnthonyK

Ericsson’s Surprise Nosedive

Tuesday, October 16th, 2007

Sudden news of declining profits sent investors running for cover. Is it a sign of things to come for the telecom industry?

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Father of Mechanism Design Wins Nobel

Monday, October 15th, 2007

Economist Leonid Hurwicz helped identify the fatal flaw in centrally planned economies, but the theory isn’t easy on capitalism, either

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Commodities: Behind the Global Boom

Sunday, September 23rd, 2007

The falling value of the dollar combined with tight supplies has fueled a big runup in commodities markets

Original post by AnthonyK

Teva: A Favored Pharma

Monday, September 17th, 2007

Standard & Poor’s likes the generic drugmaker’s strong pipeline and global presence, and rates the shares a strong buy

Original post by AnthonyK

The World Beyond the Fed

Thursday, September 13th, 2007

In the runup to the eagerly awaited FOMC meeting on Sept. 18, we take a look at rate conditions and central banks around the globe

Original post by AnthonyK

Playing the Global Infrastructure Boom

Tuesday, September 11th, 2007

As the nation’s—and the world’s—bridges, roads, and airports age, public private partnerships may be the most viable way of saving them

Original post by AnthonyK

Signs of a Stabilizing Market

Tuesday, September 4th, 2007

With the Sept. 4 rally and the Fed expected to lower the Fed funds rate, the stock market at least could see a significant boost

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Small U.S. Banks Bet on China

Tuesday, August 28th, 2007

East West Bancorp, UCBH Holdings, and Cathay General Bancorp may seem small potatoes, but they′re sure bets for growth opportunity

Original post by AnthonyK

Oil Drillers: Well-Positioned for Gains

Tuesday, August 28th, 2007

S&P says the group’s fundamentals are solid and its stock price momentum has improved. Among the top plays: Noble

Original post by AnthonyK