Debt Consolidation News Nov 2005
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Pace American and GE Announce Retail Credit Program; New Retail Finance Program Will Benefit Consumers and Dealers
ST. PAUL, Minn.--Oct. 3, 20051, 2005--Pace American, Inc., one of America's leading manufacturers of enclosed cargo trailers, is launching a new consumer financing program backed by GE Consumer Finance's Retail Sales Finance unit. (Tue, 01 Nov 2005 04:16:09 GMT)
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Potential gubernatorial candidate files exploratory committee report By Rob Moritz LITTLE ROCK - Democrat Bill Halter, who has expressed interest in running for governor next year, has raised more than $500,000 for his potential campaign, according to exploratory committee contribution reports filed Monday. (Tue, 01 Nov 2005 08:57:11 GMT)
Apartment Investment and Management Company Announces Third Quarter 2005 Results
SUMMARY FINANCIAL RESULTS: Apartment Investment and Management Company (NYSE: (Tue, 01 Nov 2005 12:00:00 GMT)
E*TRADE FINANCIAL Closes Sale of E*TRADE Consumer Finance Corporation to GE Consumer Finance
E*TRADE FINANCIAL Corporation (NYSE: ET - (Tue, 01 Nov 2005 13:05:00 GMT)
E*TRADE FINANCIAL Closes Sale of E*TRADE Consumer Finance Corporation to GE Consumer Finance
E*TRADE FINANCIAL Corporation today announced it has completed the sale of E*TRADE Consumer Finance Corporati (Tue, 01 Nov 2005 13:13:00 GMT)
Papa John's Reports Third Quarter Earnings
Papa John's International, Inc. : (Tue, 01 Nov 2005 22:03:00 GMT)
Realty industry facing period of consolidation
The past four years are likely to be remembered as a gilded age for anyone in real estate, especially mortgage bankers. But with interest rates rising, the industry is preparing for a slowdown that may prompt some lenders to merge with their competitors. (Wed, 02 Nov 2005 07:12:04 GMT)
Rockwater Reports Third Quarter 2005 Results
Rockwater Capital Corporation today released its unaudited consolidated results for the three-mo (Wed, 02 Nov 2005 12:00:00 GMT)
Rockwater Reports Third Quarter 2005 Results
TORONTO, ONTARIO-- - (Wed, 02 Nov 2005 12:00:13 GMT)
GE Money introduces mortgages in Canada
GE Money Canada, the Canadian consumer-lending unit of General Electric Company , today officially launched it (Wed, 02 Nov 2005 12:03:00 GMT)
Pan American Silver reports record production in third quarter
THIRD QUARTER HIGHLIGHTS (Wed, 02 Nov 2005 13:00:00 GMT)
Arkansas News Bureau
Beebe tells legislators, educators to tone down rhetoric By Aaron Sadler LITTLE ROCK - Trust among school administrators, state officials and Arkansas citizens must be rebuilt before the state's education system can be truly reformed, Attorney General Mike Beebe said Tuesday. (Wed, 02 Nov 2005 13:27:11 GMT)
First Financial Bancorp Reports Third-Quarter Earnings
First Financial Bancorp (Nasdaq: FFBC - (Wed, 02 Nov 2005 14:03:00 GMT)
Paramount Resources Ltd.: Financial and Operating Results for the Third Quarter Ended September 30, 2005
CALGARY, ALBERTA-- - Paramount Resources Ltd. is pleased to announce its financial and operating results for the three (Thu, 03 Nov 2005 01:35:12 GMT)
Shire Pharmaceuticals: Investing in a Promising Future
Shire Pharmaceuticals Group plc announces results for the third quarter to September (Thu, 03 Nov 2005 12:01:00 GMT)
Anthracite Capital Reports GAAP Earnings of $0.28 Per Share and Operating Earnings of $0.27 Per Share for the Third
Anthracite Capital, Inc. today reported diluted net income available to comm (Thu, 03 Nov 2005 13:00:00 GMT)
The DIRECTV Group Announces Third Quarter 2005 Results
The DIRECTV Group, Inc. today reported third quarter net income of $95 million compared with a net loss of $1 (Thu, 03 Nov 2005 13:00:00 GMT)
Western Lakota Doubles Earnings per Share in the First Nine Months of 2005 and Announces $125 Million 2006 Capital
CALGARY, ALBERTA-- - Western Lakota Energy Services Inc. reports record revenue and earnings for the nine months ending (Thu, 03 Nov 2005 13:00:16 GMT)
GrafTech International Reports Third Quarter 2005 Results
Citing lower operating costs from continued productivity and cost reduction initiatives and higher than planned third qu (Thu, 03 Nov 2005 14:15:00 GMT)
Thursday, November 3, 2005
Ever got into an argument with your spouse over who is best suited to run the finances? Have any of your arguments escalated to the point of throwing ATM or Credit Cards at the other spouse in frustration? (Thu, 03 Nov 2005 20:29:56 GMT)
SLM Corporation (NYSE: SLM) Secures Industrial Bank Charter
SLM Corporation , commonly known as Sallie Mae, the nation's leading provider of education funding, to (Thu, 03 Nov 2005 21:02:00 GMT)
Cascades Reports Net Earnings of $3 million
Cascades Inc. reports net earnings of $3 million for the quarter ended (Thu, 03 Nov 2005 22:29:00 GMT)
NMHC Reports First Quarter Fiscal 2006 Results
National Medical Health Card Systems, Inc. , a national independent pharmacy benefit manager , today (Thu, 03 Nov 2005 23:44:00 GMT)
ASIA DEBT:Sky High China Bonds Not Yet Scaring Investors
SHANGHAI (Dow Jones)--China's government bond prices may have soared to sky high levels, pumped up by a mountain of cash in the country's financial system, but investors aren't fleeing the market just yet. (Fri, 04 Nov 2005 02:31:00 GMT)
Have You Put Your Home On The Line?
As a retired couple narrowly avoid losing their home to a greedy mortgage lender, we reveal the dangers of borrowing against your home! (Fri, 04 Nov 2005 12:11:37 GMT)
Signs property bubble has burst
THE property bubble has burst for many high-fliers, as lenders begin to repossess more homes. Arrears are heading towards their highest level in eight years as household debt levels soar. (Fri, 04 Nov 2005 14:08:58 GMT)
£18bn Telefónica loan may turn corporate credit cycle
Debt market specialists gave a cautious welcome this week to Telefónica's £17.7bn bid for O2, the UK mobile phone company. More than any other recent acquisition, it has the potential to mark a turning-point in the credit cycle, in which the corporate sector will releverage. (Fri, 04 Nov 2005 14:15:05 GMT)
International Forecaster: Gold, Silver, Economy + More
An international financial, economic, political and social commentary. (Fri, 04 Nov 2005 17:09:03 GMT)
Don't Borrow Trouble(R) Silicon Valley Campaign Launched to Prevent Predatory Lending Practices
At a press conference here today, a coalition of 10 private and public organizations including the City of San Jose, Freddie Mac , Neighborhood Housing Services Silicon Valley and the California Association of Mortgage Brokers launched a major public education campaign aimed at preventing predatory lending practices in Silicon Valley. (Fri, 04 Nov 2005 18:11:00 GMT)
Local News>New Driver For GraceKennedy's Finance Arm
Joe Taffe has been designated as the next head of the Financial Services Division of Jamaica's leading conglomerate GraceKennedy. Generating over half of the group's profits, this division is actually GraceKennedy's most important division from the standpoint of profitability. (Fri, 04 Nov 2005 21:21:23 GMT)
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Domain name renewal and affordable web hosting packages from Network Solutions (Sun, 06 Nov 2005 06:31:49 GMT)
Breaks on student loans available for the diligent
If you picked up a college degree this spring, chances are the six-month grace period on your student loans is winding down and you need to start repaying. The good news is many lenders offer benefits that discount your interest rate or waive a portion of the principal. (Sun, 06 Nov 2005 13:46:44 GMT)
MONEY & BANKING
New Fed Chairman from February — Daunting task before Bernanke To succeed the US Fed Chairman, Mr Alan Greenspan, is a challenge, especially when the successor is a comparatively unknown, albeit brilliant, economist. (Sun, 06 Nov 2005 18:50:27 GMT)
Sun looks to boost Java-.Net interoperability
November 7, 2005— Sun Microsystems, in a move to improve interoperability between Java and Microsoft's .Net platform, plans to develop and distribute open source versions of several industry-wide Web services specifications. (Mon, 07 Nov 2005 04:36:39 GMT)
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There's a lot you could be doing to cut the cost of your mortgage, even though rates aren't going anywhere. The Reserve Bank's inaction has opened some interesting possibilities. Not only can you cut your costs, you might even finish up with a better mortgage. (Mon, 07 Nov 2005 05:38:01 GMT)
Volatile financial markets could adversely affect EMEs
"Implications of Global Financial Imbalances for Emerging Market Economies", a speech by Dr. Y.V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India at the International Symposium organized by the Banque de France at Paris on Nov. 4, 2005. (Mon, 07 Nov 2005 06:22:36 GMT)
Bankrate Releases Debt Management Guide
Bankrate, Inc. announced today that it has released a new Debt Management Guide. (Mon, 07 Nov 2005 12:30:00 GMT)
Federal aid cut could jack up student borrowing for college
Students might end up borrowing more for college if a proposed $14 billion cut in federal student aid passes this week in the U.S. House of Representatives. (Mon, 07 Nov 2005 14:49:45 GMT)
Congress to debate student aid
The U.S. House of Representatives will consider a bill this week that would include $14.3 billion in cuts to federal student aid programs throughout the nation over the next five years. If passed, the “Raid on Student Aid” -- as many Democrats are referring to it -- provision of the Higher Education Act, which is being reauthorized through the House... (Tue, 08 Nov 2005 07:49:09 GMT)
Saxon Revs Up Sales Effort With Consumer Financing From GE
ST. PAUL, Minn.----Nov. 8, 2005--Saxon Motorcycle Company, a manufacturer of quality custom choppers and pro street motorcycles, has announced a new consumer financing program in cooperation with GE Consumer Finance. (Tue, 08 Nov 2005 11:59:00 GMT)
Premium Standard Farms, Inc. Reports Solid Fiscal Second Quarter, First Half Fiscal 2006 Results
Premium Standard Farms, Inc. , a leading vertically integrated provider of pork products, today announced results for its fiscal year 2006 second quarter ended September 24, 2005. (Tue, 08 Nov 2005 12:00:00 GMT)
Global Signal Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2005 Results
Global Signal Inc. today reported a net loss for the quarter ended September 30, 2005 of $15.4 million, or $0.23 per diluted common share, compared with net income of $5.3 million, or $0.10 per diluted common share for the third quarter of 2004. (Tue, 08 Nov 2005 12:03:00 GMT)
Bulldog Energy Inc. 2005 Third Quarter Report & News Release
CALGARY, ALBERTA-- - Bulldog Energy Inc. (Tue, 08 Nov 2005 13:00:32 GMT)
PRIMEDIA Reports Third Quarter 2005 Results
NEW YORK----Nov. 8, 2005--PRIMEDIA Inc. today reported third quarter 2005 results. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Third Quarter First Nine Months ----------------- Percent ------------------- Percent 2005 2004 Change 2005 2004 Change ------- ------- ------- ------- ------- ------- Segment Revenue, net : Enthusiast Media $177.7 $181.5 -2.1% $513.9 $521.8 (Tue, 08 Nov 2005 13:30:00 GMT)
Federal aid cut could jack up student borrowing for college
Students might end up borrowing more for college if a proposed $14 billion cut in federal student aid passes this week in the U.S. House of Representatives. (Tue, 08 Nov 2005 14:04:35 GMT)
Gulf Builders Called Lax on Storm Standards
Nov. 4--Developers in Gulf Coast communities that were severely damaged by Hurricane Katrina failed to meet standards that could have protected homes from the storm's rage, according to a preliminary report issued by a Colorado State University professor and a team of engineers from around the country. (Tue, 08 Nov 2005 14:48:10 GMT)
Breaks on student loans available for the diligent
If you picked up a college degree this spring, chances are the six-month grace period on your student loans is winding down and you need to start repaying. The good news is many lenders offer benefits that discount your interest rate or waive a portion of the principal. (Tue, 08 Nov 2005 15:34:14 GMT)
Market Views: Have consumers got their mojo back?
News on Wednesday of a bounce in consumer sentiment and recovery in housing finance provided fresh reassurance on the state of the Australian economy. (Wed, 09 Nov 2005 03:31:10 GMT)
Viking Energy Royalty Trust Announces Third Quarter 2005 Results
CALGARY, ALBERTA-- - Viking Energy Royalty Trust - announces its results for the Third Quarter of 2005. (Wed, 09 Nov 2005 11:00:06 GMT)
San Miguel Q3 seen squeezed by higher debt, costs
MANILA, Nov 9 (Reuters) - San Miguel Corp , Southeast Asia's largest food and beverage firm, is expected to report weak quarterly profits on Thursday due to higher raw material costs and debt payments after taking on more loans to fund acquisitions, analysts said. (Wed, 09 Nov 2005 11:02:54 GMT)
Vought Reports Third Quarter 2005 Financial Results
DALLAS----Nov. 9, 2005--Vought Aircraft Industries, Inc. today reported financial results for its third quarter ending Sept. 25, 2005. (Wed, 09 Nov 2005 13:04:00 GMT)
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There's a lot you could be doing to cut the cost of your mortgage, even though rates aren't going anywhere. The Reserve Bank's inaction has opened some interesting possibilities. Not only can you cut your costs, you might even finish up with a better mortgage. (Wed, 09 Nov 2005 13:15:52 GMT)
MRU Holdings, Inc. Partners with Vista Financial, Inc.
MRU Holdings Inc. , a specialty finance company that provides private loans to college students, today announces a three-year strategic partnership with Vista Financial, Inc. to offer a customized private student loan product line to undergraduate and graduate customers. (Wed, 09 Nov 2005 13:30:00 GMT)
MI Developments announces 2005 third quarter results
MI Developments Inc. today announced its results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2005. All figures are in U.S. dollars unless otherwise noted. (Wed, 09 Nov 2005 13:33:00 GMT)
Destiny Resource Services Corp. Announces Q3'05 Results; $0.20 Per Share Dividend Declaration; Appointment of Chief
CALGARY, ALBERTA-- - Destiny Resource Services Corp. announced today: Q3'05 results; the declaration of a dividend of $0.20 per share payable December 15, 2005 to shareholders of record December 5, 2005; and the appointment of Joe Pilieci as Chief Safety Officer. (Wed, 09 Nov 2005 14:14:45 GMT)
Student Groups Issue Letter to the House Opposing Budget Reconciliation, Largest Ever Cuts in Student Loans
Student advocates urged members of Congress to vote 'no' on the House of Representatives' budget reconciliation bill in a letter released today, on the eve of the House's Thursday, November 10th vote. (Wed, 09 Nov 2005 22:06:00 GMT)
San Miguel squeezed by higher debt and costs
MANILA - San Miguel Corp, Southeast Asia's largest food and beverage firm, is expected to report weak quarterly profits later today, due to higher raw material costs and debt payments after taking on more loans to fund acquisitions, analysts said. (Thu, 10 Nov 2005 00:09:31 GMT)
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Free Trade: Forget the Fast Lane
With the Doha Round of global trade talks deadlocked for four years running, perhaps it's time to slow down, simplify, and compromise (Thu, 10 Nov 2005 04:47:18 GMT)
San Miguel 9-mth net profit down 6 pct -analysts
MANILA, Nov 10 (Reuters) - San Miguel Corp. , Southeast Asia's largest food and beverage firm, posted a 6 percent decline in net profit in January-September, according to analysts who attended a company briefing and company sources. (Thu, 10 Nov 2005 08:26:51 GMT)
When Mortgages Turn Mean!
If you can't keep up your mortgage repayments, forget about government help, because it's almost non-existent! We suggest some helpful alternatives for homeowners. (Thu, 10 Nov 2005 11:20:01 GMT)
Is Japan Back?
*** Completely mad views on the financial world...alarming levels of debt... (Thu, 10 Nov 2005 19:24:02 GMT)
San Miguel 9-month profit down 6% at P5.2B
BEVERAGE and food conglomerate San Miguel Corp. recorded a net income of P5.23 billion in the January-September period, down 6.1 percent from P5.57 billion in the same months last year, Inquirer sources said, citing high financing charges on loans used to acquire control of Australian dairy National Foods Ltd. (Thu, 10 Nov 2005 19:42:12 GMT)
Study Gross Advance Forecasts of The UK Secured Lending Market up To 2009
DUBLIN, Ireland----Nov. 11, 2005--Research and Markets has announced the addition of UK Secured Lending 2005 to their offering. (Fri, 11 Nov 2005 09:00:00 GMT)
Associated Materials Incorporated and AMH Holdings, Inc. Report Third Quarter Results
Associated Materials Incorporated today announced third quarter 2005 net sales of $328.2 million, a 4.4% increase over net sales of $314.4 million for the same period in 2004. (Fri, 11 Nov 2005 12:30:00 GMT)
Brascade Announces 2005 Third Quarter Results
TORONTO----Nov. 11, 2005--Brascade Corporation reported net income for the nine months ended September 30, 2005 of $905.7 million, compared to $222.6 million for the same period last year. (Fri, 11 Nov 2005 22:36:00 GMT)
Robin Hoods
Student activists trying to take from banks, give to the needy with the National Tuition Endowment (By Anya Kamenetz) (Sat, 12 Nov 2005 00:04:54 GMT)
Hilbert's next act: Jumping into private equity game
Stephen Hilbert suffered another legal defeat last week. But don't bet the founder and ex-CEO of Conseco Inc. is sitting around feeling sorry for himself. (Sat, 12 Nov 2005 13:28:34 GMT)
For some, home equity is the stuff dreams are made of
Owners cash in to pay off debt, buy cars and even take a shot at making it in Hollywood. (Sun, 13 Nov 2005 08:15:20 GMT)
Online chat offers help for young borrowers
Nov 13, 2005: Increasing tuition costs and limited financial aid resources have resulted in an increased reliance on student loans and other debt to pay for college. (Sun, 13 Nov 2005 12:20:13 GMT)
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The fight between oligarchy and democracy in transitional societies
In this article, economist Lajos Bokros , former director of the World Bank and Hungary's finance minister in 1995-1996, looks at the political and economic context of the evolution of the "transitional societies" of central eastern Europe and evaluates the change of models that resulted in democratisation and the development of the oligarchy. (Mon, 14 Nov 2005 11:49:38 GMT)
Extra Space Storage Inc. Reports Operating Results for the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2005
Extra Space Storage Inc. announced today its operating results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2005. The reported statements for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2005 include the operations and cash flows from the Storage USA properties acquired on July 14, 2005. (Mon, 14 Nov 2005 12:00:00 GMT)
Xerium Technologies Reports Third Quarter 2005 Results
WESTBOROUGH, Mass.----Nov. 14, 2005--Xerium Technologies, Inc. , a leading global manufacturer of clothing and roll covers used primarily in the paper production process, today reported results for the third quarter of 2005 ended September 30, 2005. (Mon, 14 Nov 2005 21:05:00 GMT)
Eveready Announces Third Quarter Financial Results
EDMONTON, ALBERTA-- - Eveready Income Fund (Tue, 15 Nov 2005 00:38:31 GMT)
AROUND THE REGION
INVESTMENTS AIM proposes fund consolidation Houston-based AIM Investments said its board of trustees has approved the combination of six funds, pending shareholder approval. (Tue, 15 Nov 2005 07:03:09 GMT)
The State of Ohio's Designated Nonprofit Student Lending Works Introduces New Loan Programs at OASFAA Conference Dec.
WEST CHESTER, Ohio----Nov. 15, 2005--Student Lending Works will announce the introduction of a No Fee Stafford loan and a PLUS loan at the Winter 2005 Ohio Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators Conference in Columbus, December 7-9. (Tue, 15 Nov 2005 14:00:00 GMT)
Vodafone Announces Results for the Six Months to 30 September 2005
Robust financial performance: (Tue, 15 Nov 2005 16:52:00 GMT)
International Rectifier Reports Fiscal First Quarter Results
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.--Oct. 2, 20057, 2005--International Rectifier Corporation today reported adjusted earnings of $29.4 million (or $0.41 per share) for the September quarter on revenues of $272.6 million. (Tue, 15 Nov 2005 21:21:56 GMT)
La-Z-Boy Reports Second-Quarter Operating Results
La-Z-Boy Incorporated today reported its operating results for the second fiscal quarter ended October 29, 2005. (Tue, 15 Nov 2005 21:23:00 GMT)
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Blue Square - Israel Ltd. Announces Financial Results of the Third Quarter of 2005
Blue Square-Israel Ltd. today announced results for the third quarter and nine month period ended September 30, 2005. (Wed, 16 Nov 2005 07:51:00 GMT)
News from Reuters
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Research In Motion Ltd. , maker of the BlackBerry handheld e-mail device, on Wednesday said it does not endorse or recommend that its shareholders take part in an unsolicited offer for about 0.5 percent of its shares. (Wed, 16 Nov 2005 14:15:34 GMT)
Fitch Affirms Commercial Net Lease Realty
NEW YORK----Nov. 16, 2005--Fitch Ratings affirms the following ratings for Commercial Net Lease Realty, Inc. and Commercial Net Lease Realty, L.P. . Senior unsecured 'BBB-'; Preferred stock 'BB+'. (Wed, 16 Nov 2005 15:00:00 GMT)
Getting Weird With Debt
If you listen to one of 260 radio stations in America, you can enjoy three hours per weekday of "The Dave Ramsey Show." Ramsey discusses finances, which should put him on the radar of many Foolish radio listeners. But he's controversial, too. What's good is that he's against credit card debt. (Wed, 16 Nov 2005 17:48:50 GMT)
Don't Borrow Trouble
There is a group that is trying to change city policies to keep you from getting into debt. It's called Don't Borrow Trouble . Mayor Mark Begich supports it. He spoke to a group of realtors and bankers today on the problems with predatory loans. (Thu, 17 Nov 2005 03:14:09 GMT)
The student-loan rip-off is a test of GOP rhetoric
http://www.JewishWorldReview.com | Special-interest legislation doesn't get much more obnoxious than the bill now making its way though Congress to clamp down on students and former students who want to refinance their loans at lower interest rates. (Thu, 17 Nov 2005 08:30:00 GMT)
With Graduation Behind You, It's Time to Consolidate Federal Student Loans
Last Spring's college graduates can now reflect on their days of lectures, term papers and campus life, but many also are forced to look ahead and face the steep burden of large student loan debts. (Thu, 17 Nov 2005 10:20:00 GMT)
GigaMedia Q3 Net Profit Up 150%: Best-Ever Quarter
GigaMedia Limited announced today third quarter consolidated net income of $1.7 million, or $.034 per share -- a 150 percent increase from the same period of 2004 and the highest quarterly earnings in the Company's history. (Thu, 17 Nov 2005 12:28:00 GMT)
Fresh Brands Reports Third Quarter Operating Results
SHEBOYGAN, Wis.----Nov. 17, 2005--Fresh Brands, Inc. today reported its results of operations for its third quarter ended October 8, 2005. (Thu, 17 Nov 2005 13:00:00 GMT)
Citizens Bank Establishes Business Credit Card Relationship With GE's Corporate Payment Services
Citizens Bank announced today it has begun promoting business credit and charge cards to its business clients. (Thu, 17 Nov 2005 15:34:00 GMT)
Real Estate Dream or Nightmare?
I'll do my dreaming with my eyes wide open, and I'll do my looking back with my eyes closed. Tony Arata American Song Writer Once upon a time not so long ago real estate was a good investment, it was something that would appreciate slowly and it was something that almost everyone who saved had a chance of owning; that is no longer the case. (Thu, 17 Nov 2005 17:14:20 GMT)
Finance, Accounting and Consultancy
Citing United States Supreme Court precedent, a federal appeals court has held that bankruptcy courts may not, as a rule, automatically subordinate stock redemption claims that arise from employee retirement plans. (Thu, 17 Nov 2005 17:29:02 GMT)
Fitch Rates Texas' $60MM GO Water Bonds 'AA+'
NEW YORK----Nov. 17, 2005--Fitch Ratings assigns an 'AA+' rating to Texas' $60 million general obligation water financial assistance refunding bonds, series 2005C , scheduled to sell through negotiation with a syndicate led by First Albany Capital Inc. on or about Dec. 6. (Thu, 17 Nov 2005 19:51:00 GMT)
(AFX UK Focus) 2005-11-18 09:35 GMT: AFX NEWS BRIEFING: Mergers and acquisitions highlights to 09:20 GMT
ZURICH (AFX) - Swiss Re declined to comment on a newswire report earlier today citing traders as saying it is to buy the reeinsurance unit of General Electric Co, Employers Re, in a share-funded deal. (Fri, 18 Nov 2005 10:00:47 GMT)
EU close to opening up armaments market
NOV. 18 11:24 A.M. ET European Union nations are expected to agree next week to open up their 30 billion euro ($35 billion) armaments market to more cross-border competition. (Fri, 18 Nov 2005 17:23:07 GMT)
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Economy & Policy
Finance Minister P Chidambaram today said large public sector banks should look at acquiring smaller banks to kick off consolidation in the industry. “Initiative must be taken by the bigger banks to take over smaller ones. (Fri, 18 Nov 2005 18:36:32 GMT)
Start off consolidation in Banking: FM
Finance Minister P Chidambaram on Friday said large public sector banks should look at acquiring smaller banks to kick off consolidation in the industry. (Fri, 18 Nov 2005 20:40:06 GMT)
Fitch Raises Kerr-McGee's IDR to 'BB-'
CHICAGO----Nov. 18, 2005--Fitch Ratings has revised the rating outlook on the debt of Kerr-McGee Corporation to Positive from Stable and raised the company's issuer default rating to 'BB-' from 'B'. (Fri, 18 Nov 2005 22:06:00 GMT)
MERDI secures BLDC funding
The Montana Economic Revitalization and Development Institute secured $1 million-plus loan from the Butte Local Development Corp. Thursday to consolidate current debt and pay for improvements to the Thornton building in Uptown Butte. (Sat, 19 Nov 2005 09:18:32 GMT)
Why Alliance Bank Must Survive
Consolidation, the world over, especially those that has to do with the restructuring of banks as currently being experienced in Nigeria, is no doubt a very expensive exercise. (Sun, 20 Nov 2005 01:06:15 GMT)
The WSU Signpost - House bill slashes federal financial aid funding
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill Friday that will reduce the money allocated to federal financial aid programs by $14.3 billion — the largest cut in the history of the programs. (Mon, 21 Nov 2005 07:05:08 GMT)
House cuts financial aid
The U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation early Friday morning cutting $14.3 billion in federal student financial aid and $11.4 billion in Medicaid funds. The cuts were part of the “Deficit Reduction Act” -- a Republican budget plan aimed at denting the national debt through a five-year, $50 billion cutback in mandatory spending -- and passed by a narrow 217-215... (Mon, 21 Nov 2005 07:57:13 GMT)
Credit card debt illegal? Don't you believe it!
The new bankruptcy law is sending debt-laden Americans scurrying for miracle cures. Claiming the debt is illegal is not one of them. (Mon, 21 Nov 2005 11:00:00 GMT)
IMPCO Reports 2005 Third Quarter Results
IMPCO Technologies, Inc. today reported results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2005. (Mon, 21 Nov 2005 13:00:00 GMT)
Hustler Turf Equipment Selects GE For New Retail Finance Program
ST. PAUL, Minn.----Nov. 21, 2005--Hustler Turf Equipment, a pioneer in zero turn lawn mowing technology, has selected GE Consumer Finance's Retail Sales Finance unit to provide its new consumer credit program. (Mon, 21 Nov 2005 15:33:00 GMT)
Why Alliance Bank Must Survive
Consolidation, the world over, especially those that has to do with the restructuring of banks as currently being experienced in Nigeria, is no doubt a very expensive exercise. (Mon, 21 Nov 2005 16:07:03 GMT)
Belk, Inc. Announces Agreement to Sell Private Label Credit Card Business to GE Consumer Finance
Belk, Inc. today announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell its private label credit card business to GE Consumer Finance, the consumer lending unit of General Electric Company . (Mon, 21 Nov 2005 21:00:00 GMT)
GE Consumer Finance to Acquire Credit Card Business of Belk, Inc.
STAMFORD, Conn.----Nov. 21, 2005--Furthering its growth strategy, GE Consumer Finance, the consumer lending unit of General Electric Company , today announced that it has entered into an agreement to purchase and manage the private label credit card assets of Belk, Inc., the nation's largest privately owned department store company. (Mon, 21 Nov 2005 21:00:00 GMT)
IMPCO Reports 2005 Third Quarter Results
CERRITOS, Calif., Nov. 21, 2005 -- IMPCO Technologies, Inc. today reported results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2005. (Mon, 21 Nov 2005 22:11:54 GMT)
LSB Industries, Inc. Announces Its Third Quarter Results and Restatement of 2004 Audited Financial Statements and
LSB Industries, Inc. , whose common stock is traded on the American Stock Exchange under the symbol LXU, reported net income of $1.7 million and $5.1 million for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2005, respectively. (Tue, 22 Nov 2005 00:02:00 GMT)
Koor Industries Ltd. Reports Consolidated Results for the Third Quarter and Nine Months of 2005
Koor Industries Ltd. , a leading Israeli investment holding company, reported today its consolidated financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2005. (Tue, 22 Nov 2005 22:31:00 GMT)
Groups Set to Contest Student Loan Cuts
The fight is about to begin as hundreds of education, student and social service organizations plan to battle Congress over proposals that could add up to the largest student loan cuts in history. (Wed, 23 Nov 2005 04:43:08 GMT)
REACTIONS TO FULL IMPLEMENTATION OF EVAT VARY IN THE PHILIPPINES
Utilities Reactions to the full implementation of the expanded value-added tax (EVAT) law varied, depending on the financial conditions of sectors affected. (Wed, 23 Nov 2005 09:56:21 GMT)
Reactions To Full Implementation Of EVAT Vary In The Philippines
Reactions to the full implementation of the expanded value-added tax (EVAT) law varied, depending on the financial conditions of sectors affected. (Wed, 23 Nov 2005 09:56:21 GMT)
(AFX UK Focus) 2005-11-23 09:48 GMT: Radstone confident of strong H2, slips into H1 pretax loss UPDATE
LONDON (AFX) - Radstone Technology PLC said its order book and enquiry levels give it confidence of a strong performance for the remainder of the year as it reported slipping to a pretax loss of 1.5 mln stg in the first half from a 1.13 mln profit a year earlier. (Wed, 23 Nov 2005 10:15:04 GMT)
WAY OUT OF DANGER
The obvious course to get out of fiscal stress is to cut expenditures or raise more revenue or both. (Wed, 23 Nov 2005 22:23:51 GMT)
Java Card goes contactless
November 28, 2005— Sun Microsystems has increased the reach of its Java Card platform—by about 10 centimeters. The company has released its Java Card operating system for contactless smart cards. (Thu, 24 Nov 2005 03:58:56 GMT)
WAY OUT OF DANGER
One adverse consequence of the state’s fiscal stress has been its inability to find resources for meeting the targets of plan outlay. (Thu, 24 Nov 2005 07:20:55 GMT)
GOP student-loan restructuring plan has critics crying foul
The fight is about to begin as hundreds of education, student and social service organizations plan to battle Congress over proposals that could add up to the largest student-loan cuts in history. The House last week narrowly passed a measure to reduce the deficit that included $14.3 billion in student-loan cuts. (Thu, 24 Nov 2005 08:35:35 GMT)
Exeltech announces second quarter results
ExelTech Aerospace Inc. , a leading aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul provider with operations in Montreal and Quebec City, today announced its financial results for the second quarter ended September 30, 2005. (Thu, 24 Nov 2005 11:01:00 GMT)
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NEWS IN BRIEF
The peso rate closed unchanged at P54.30 to the US dollar yesterday at the Philippine Dealing System of the Bankers Association of the Philippines from P54.30 the previous day. The weighted average rate appreciated to P54.239 from P54.338. Total volume amounted to $547 million. (Thu, 24 Nov 2005 16:20:34 GMT)
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Student loan cuts face battle
WASHINGTON -- The fight is about to begin as hundreds of education, student, and social service organizations plan to battle Congress over proposals that could add up to the largest student loan cuts in history. (Fri, 25 Nov 2005 08:27:27 GMT)
ASIA DEBT: Taiwan Bank Latest To Seek Hybrid Capital
SINGAPORE (Dow Jones)--Chinatrust Commercial Bank is poised to issue Taiwan's first hybrid upper Tier 1 bond in a move that pushes the island's banking sector further along the road to capital efficiency. (Fri, 25 Nov 2005 09:37:00 GMT)
Dangers of debt consolidation
Interest rates haven't been this low for decades, tempting some consumers to take on additional debt to ease existing credit woes. The goal is to consolidate various higher-interest balances into one, easier-to-handle and less-costly package. (Fri, 25 Nov 2005 12:27:05 GMT)
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Homeowner Loans from Freedom Finance
- www.freedomfinance.co.uk With a homeowner loan from Freedom Finance you can borrow £5,000 to £100,000 quickly and easily - even if you have credit problems. Apply online today. Sorry, no tenants. (Sat, 26 Nov 2005 06:34:08 GMT)
Behind Sovereign's Growth: CEO Plays Hardball
For 16 years as Sovereign Bancorp's CEO, Jay S. Sidhu has used savvy deal-making and boardroom hardball to transform a troubled Pennsylvania savings and loan into a major regional bank. (Sat, 26 Nov 2005 08:06:56 GMT)
Debt Consolidation Caution Urged
Those with debt problems should look into all available options before committing to debt consolidation, according to The Debt Counsellors. [PRWEB Nov 27, 2005] (Sun, 27 Nov 2005 08:10:19 GMT)
Groups gird to battle Congress' proposed student aid cuts
The fight is about to begin as hundreds of education, student and social service organizations plan to battle Congress over proposals that could add up to the largest student loan cuts in history. The House this month narrowly passed a measure to... (Sun, 27 Nov 2005 11:49:40 GMT)
Debt Consolidation Caution Urged
(PRWEB) November 27, 2005 -- With an ever-growing number of people suffering with debt problems in the UK, many look towards debt consolidation as a way out of trouble, but The Debt Counsellors are urging caution regarding this approach. (Sun, 27 Nov 2005 12:00:00 GMT)
Groups gird to battle Congress' proposed student aid cuts
Washington -- The fight is about to begin as hundreds of education, student and social service organizations plan to battle Congress over proposals that could add up to the largest student loan cuts in history. (Sun, 27 Nov 2005 13:34:17 GMT)
After Bankruptcy Reform, Consumers Are Now Learning How to Discharge Debt
Americans carrying too much credit card debt have had the Bankruptcy option swept away. Many are now turning to a little known alternative; discharge 100% of their debt without bankruptcy, consolidation, or refinancing. [PRWEB Nov 28, 2005] (Mon, 28 Nov 2005 08:16:42 GMT)
Hutchison Telecom Borrows $1.2 Bln; 5th Deal in 2005 (Update5)
Nov. 28 (Bloomberg) -- Hutchison Telecommunications International Ltd., controlled by billionaire Li Ka-shing, borrowed HK$9 billion ($1.2 billion) for three years, tapping bankers for a fifth time in 2005 to pay shorter-term debt. (Mon, 28 Nov 2005 08:22:23 GMT)
After Bankruptcy Reform, Consumers Are Now Learning How to Discharge Debt
Hoschton, GA (PRWEB) November 28, 2005 -- Thanks to the new bankruptcy reform laws, many Americans who are overburdened by their credit card debt will no longer qualify for Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection. However, consumers need to know that an alternative exists for people to walk away from 100% of that debt. (Mon, 28 Nov 2005 12:00:00 GMT)
Indian bonds perk up on surplus cash, softer oil
MUMBAI, Nov 28 (Reuters) - Indian federal bonds rebounded on Monday helped by ample cash surpluses and an easing in international crude oil prices. (Mon, 28 Nov 2005 13:02:25 GMT)
U.S. Home Equity Market to Reach $1 Trillion by Close of 2005
Home equity, the largest segment of the non-mortgage consumer lending space, continues to be a leading loan product for many consumers. (Mon, 28 Nov 2005 14:13:00 GMT)
U.S. Bank to Acquire the Corporate Trust and Institutional Custody Business from Wachovia
MINNEAPOLIS----Nov. 29, 2005--U.S. Bancorp announced today that its lead bank, U.S. Bank, N.A., has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase the corporate trust and institutional custody businesses of Wachovia Corporation . (Tue, 29 Nov 2005 13:48:00 GMT)
Fred Jones relocating to Capital City
JACKSON — Fred Jones Enterprises, an Oklahoma City, Okla.-based distributor of Ford powertrain parts, will relocate and consolidate its New Orleans and Memphis sales and distribution centers to Jackson by the end of the year. (Tue, 29 Nov 2005 13:52:13 GMT)
Clockwork Home Services Chooses GE For New Credit Program
ST. PAUL, Minn.----Nov. 29, 2005--GE's Retail Sales Finance unit, a leader in home improvement financing, has been selected to provide a new consumer credit program for Clockwork Home Services, parent company of Success Group International and provider of home services with more than 180 franchisees across the country. (Tue, 29 Nov 2005 13:57:00 GMT)
House passes budget bill that calls for cuts to student-loan programs
If you’re anything like 45 percent of the UC Davis undergraduate population, then the thousands of dollars in loans that need to be repaid after graduation is a source of dread. (Tue, 29 Nov 2005 21:32:28 GMT)
TDC Accepts Apax-led Group's $12 Billion Takeover Bid (Update4)
Nov. 30 (Bloomberg) -- TDC A/S, Denmark's largest phone company, accepted a 76 billion-krone ($12 billion) offer from a group including Apax Partners Worldwide LLP and Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co., the biggest private-equity takeover in Europe. (Wed, 30 Nov 2005 10:53:12 GMT)
Apax, Blackstone, KKR-Led Group to Buy TDC for $15.3 Billion
Nov. 30 (Bloomberg) -- Private-equity investors including Apax Partners Worldwide LLP, Blackstone Group and Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. agreed to buy TDC A/S for $15.3 billion in the biggest leveraged buyout since RJR Nabisco Inc. (Wed, 30 Nov 2005 11:58:36 GMT)
KKR, Apax-Led Group to Buy TDC for $15.3 Billion (Update1)
Nov. 30 (Bloomberg) -- Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. and a group of takeover firms agreed to buy TDC A/S, Denmark's former phone monopoly, for $15.3 billion in the biggest leveraged buyout since RJR Nabisco Inc. 16 years ago. (Wed, 30 Nov 2005 12:39:31 GMT)
We are Freaking Doomed
-Being in a particularly bad mood, I was hoping that the Federal Reserve had increased Total Fed Credit again this week so that I would have an excuse to go up there and stand on the sidewalk outside their offices and yell "You bastards are killing our money by constantly creating more credit, which becomes more debt!" (Wed, 30 Nov 2005 14:14:20 GMT)
KKR, Apax-Led Group to Buy TDC for $15.3 Billion (Update2)
Nov. 30 (Bloomberg) -- Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. and a group of takeover firms agreed to acquire TDC A/S, Denmark's former phone monopoly, for $15.3 billion in the biggest leveraged buyout since RJR Nabisco Inc. 16 years ago. (Wed, 30 Nov 2005 16:58:36 GMT)
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