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Jul29
US Air Selling "Barf" Billboards

For those of you who are sick of advertising, US Airways may have a solution.

US Airways wants to make the most out of a nauseating situation.

The Tempe, Ariz.-based airline plans to sell advertisements on its air-sickness bags — those pint-sized expandable envelopes tucked between the in-flight magazines and safety cards.

I'm not sure whether to laugh or cry...

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Jul27
Confusing Economic Numbers?
I've been fascinated by the complexity of economics in general for a long time. Not enough to pursue a college degree in it, but never-the-less. The latest numbers are in. The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits posted... Continue Reading
Jul25
Google Profits Soar
Some news that might be of interest to businesses in general. MSNBC and AP report the news. Web search leader Google Inc. Thursday posted an industry-leading 110 percent rise in quarterly profits as the company dodged the slowing growth trend... Continue Reading
Jul23
Wal-Mart Given Reprieve From Maryland Healthcare Law
In some circles, it's verboten to come down in favor of the world's largest retailer, but in a move of brazen political incorrectness, I'll do just that. From MSNBC: A federal judge on Wednesday overturned a Maryland law that would... Continue Reading
Jul21
GM, Nissan, Renault, Toyota, et al?
I'm not sure what to make of this. Toyota has no interest in blocking or joining the proposed partnership between General Motors and the Renault-Nissan alliance, the Japanese automaker’s president said Thursday. My "spider sense" makes me think that the... Continue Reading
Jul20
Chinese Economic News: Good News For US?
Some interesting news from the "People's Republic". On Tuesday, China reported its fastest economic growth in a decade and warned that booming construction and bank loans could fuel inflation, raising expectations that Beijing might nudge up interest rates and possibly... Continue Reading
Congress Working To Strengthen Pensions
Let me ask you a question. Would you take financial advice from a company that was running a $23 billion deficit? Well, in Washington that's essentially what's going on. The tentative deal was a product of months of slow-moving talks... Continue Reading
Jul19
Auto Manufacturers Woes
In a battle between the world's largest auto manufacturers, I think these 2 articles - here and here - present an interesting juxtaposition. Here's a sample. “The world-class quality that we’ve built is our lifeline,” President Katsuaki Watanabe told a mid-year news conference... Continue Reading
The Economy's Still Moving Ahead
Not too bad, not too good. That's what the economic signs seem to indicate according to the AP. According to The Conference Board, a New York research group: Six out of the ten indicators that comprise the leading index rose in June... Continue Reading
Jul12
GM, Delphi And Flint, Michigan
As the auto industry continues its bumpy ride through restructuring and competitive growing pains, the city of Flint, Michigan is preparing for hard times. This is a sad story. General Motors Corp. and Delphi Corp., GM's former parts operation and... Continue Reading
Jul11
Ebay Shuffles Lineup
As someone who has a soft spot for E-bay (my brother started a business by selling computers and related paraphernalia on E-bay), this doesn't look good.  A surprise management shakeup at eBay Inc., resulting in the departure of a key executive considered... Continue Reading
Jul10
Corporate Traders' Errors Costly
In a press release from Dow Jones, things are not well for one Wall Street Trader. LaBranche & Co. blamed difficult market conditions and challenges posed by electronic trading as the specialist firm warned it would post a loss on... Continue Reading
Jul 9
Manufacturing Sector Still Plugging Along
According to the Associated Press, manufacturing businesses grew last month, just not as much as some expected. The nation’s manufacturing sector expanded in June, but at a slower pace than analysts expected. Raw materials prices eased a bit. Is this... Continue Reading
Jul 8
China Buying More Cars Than Ever
Now, I know this is a really complex issue, and I don't have any answers, I'm just musing. According to Dow Jones: China's passenger car sales in June reached 291,792 units, up 36% from 214,258 units in the year-earlier period,... Continue Reading
Jul 7
More Employees, More Money? Deal Me In!
Associated Press Economics writer, Jeannine Aversa details the specifics. Employers boosted payrolls by a tepid 121,000 in June _ an improvement from the previous month but new evidence that companies are reluctant to bulk up their work forces in the... Continue Reading
Jul 6
Follow The Bouncing Economic Indicator
The economic numbers are still looking good...I think. As reported by the AP on MSNBC.com. Orders to U.S. factories for manufactured goods rebounded in May after a big decline the previous month as strengthened demand for petroleum and chemicals offset... Continue Reading
Jul 5
Toys 'R' Us vs. Amazon. And The Winner Is?
If finding toys on the internet is your thing, then this should interest you. Amazon.com Inc. on Wednesday announced the launch of its new toy and baby stores, marking the Internet retailer's return to these markets since its partnership with... Continue Reading
Aging A Growth Industry?
As I continue to age, I realize I hope it is! Here's how the "Baby boom" generation is affecting the economy. Boomers are enriching orthopedic surgeons by replacing their knees and reattaching their rotator cuffs. It's big business for the... Continue Reading
Jul 4
Consumer Debt Squeeze A Sign To Watch?
This can't be good news: Rising interest rates and higher gasoline prices are putting the squeeze on consumers’ budgets, and many are finding it harder to keep up with their bills. Credit counseling agencies say that consumers are coming in... Continue Reading

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