Debt Consolidation News Jul 2008
Debt Consolidation Mistakes
These are debt consolidation mistakes to avoid You're up to your eyeballs in debt, like Stanley Johnson from Lending Tree, and your attempts to negotiate with your creditors has failed. (Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:05:22 GMT)
New changes will do you good if you have student loans
A raft of changes that will take effect Tuesday that will make student loans less onerous for many borrowers. (Tue, 01 Jul 2008 05:39:41 GMT)
UApply Announces More Free Online Services on How to Become Debt Free & Raise Credit Score
UApply explains to clients who have no credit history, that it can be difficult to get a loan or credit card; but not impossible. UApply explains how to get a quick increase to clients credit score. Particularly important for score driven processes such as mortgage and auto loan applications. [PR.com - July 01, 2008] (Tue, 01 Jul 2008 07:04:13 GMT)
As Economy Struggles, Debt Consolidation Helps Thousands
(ARA) - Everywhere you look you see news about the "credit crunch" and the mortgage foreclosure crisis and, if you're like most Americans, you're feeling the pinch too. (Tue, 01 Jul 2008 14:04:26 GMT)
As Economy Struggles, Debt Consolidation Helps Thousands
(ARA) - Everywhere you look you see news about the "credit crunch" and the mortgage foreclosure crisis and, if you're like most Americans, you're feeling the pinch too. (Wed, 02 Jul 2008 10:28:06 GMT)
Free Times - Ohio's Premier News, Arts, & Entertainment Weekly
Editor's Note: A former account executive for the nearly bankrupt Novastar Financial Inc. and a former mortgage broker at the now-defunct Equity Consultants, an independent mortgage brokerage firm once in Richfield, spoke to the Free Times on the condition of anonymity. (Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:37:58 GMT)
EnerCom, Inc. Announces Presenting Companies for The Oil & Gas Conference(R) August 10-14, 2008
EnerCom, Inc., announced today the lineup and schedule for The Oil & Gas Conference®, http://www.theoilandgasconference.com. (Wed, 02 Jul 2008 16:00:00 GMT)
As Economy Struggles, Debt Consolidation Helps Thousands
(ARA) - Everywhere you look you see news about the "credit crunch" and the mortgage foreclosure crisis and, if you're like most Americans, you're feeling the pinch too. (Thu, 03 Jul 2008 05:37:17 GMT)
Save By Consolidating Student Loans
If you're a recent college graduate, repaying your variable-rate student loans is about to become less expensive. The same is true for parents who borrowed to pay college bills. (Thu, 03 Jul 2008 21:21:43 GMT)
Save By Consolidating Student Loans
If you're a recent college graduate, repaying your variable-rate student loans is about to become less expensive. The same is true for parents who... (Thu, 03 Jul 2008 21:21:43 GMT)
The new mining boom
2007 was another record year for transactions in the mining and metals sector according to a recent report by Ernst & Young (E&Y), and the appetite for sector consolidation shows no sign of abating. (Fri, 04 Jul 2008 09:51:10 GMT)
US investor pulls out of Bradford & Bingley rescue
Bradford & Bingley's shares fell 18% yesterday after a US investor abandoned a scheme to rebuild the capital cushion of the UK's largest buy-to-let lender and its existing shareholders stepped in to foot the bill. (Fri, 04 Jul 2008 21:32:29 GMT)
: Kurdistan issues in press interviews: Kurdistan Region PM Nechirvan Barzani :
London (KurdishMedia.com) 05 July 2008: In his press conference after his return from Baghdad head of Kurdistan Region Government (KRG) talked about important issues. (Fri, 04 Jul 2008 22:32:05 GMT)
Bitter lessons learned from refinancing
(Sat, 05 Jul 2008 05:11:25 GMT)
Subprime crisis is hard to pin on greedy buyers
WASHINGTON — Vicki Miller bought her childhood home in Altoona, Pa., from her mother's estate for $32,000, using a nice, traditional mortgage from the local savings and loan. (Sat, 05 Jul 2008 08:22:07 GMT)
As Economy Struggles, Debt Consolidation Helps Thousands
(ARA) - Everywhere you look you see news about the "credit crunch" and the mortgage foreclosure crisis and, if you're like most Americans, you're feeling the pinch too. (Sat, 05 Jul 2008 12:20:49 GMT)
New law gives big student loan break to public service workers
If you're facing years of student loan payments but aren't making much money working in public service, the federal government has some good news. A law that took effect Tuesday could allow you to have some of your college debt forgiven. (Sat, 05 Jul 2008 23:39:53 GMT)
Loan trade-off: Private gain for years of public service
College grads can see their college debt forgiven as a public-service worker. (Sun, 06 Jul 2008 05:12:30 GMT)
Debacle's true face: Refinancers
Most borrowers having trouble making payments were snared by aggressive ads promising them cash. (Sun, 06 Jul 2008 07:06:47 GMT)
New program erases student loan debt
If you're facing years of student loan payments but aren't making much money because you're working in public service, the federal government has some good news for you. (Sun, 06 Jul 2008 08:57:20 GMT)
How you can erase student loan debt
If you're facing years of student loan payments but aren't making much money because you're working in public service, the federal government has some good news for you. A law that took effect July 1 could allow you to have some of your college debt forgiven. (Sun, 06 Jul 2008 10:37:21 GMT)
How To Handle a Cash Crunch
(ARA) - In the world of living paycheck to paycheck, unforeseen expenses create a very stressful situation. Whether the car breaks down, the water heater blows a leak or your dog needs emergency surgery from eating the hallway rug, finding a way to get out of the red gets harder every day. (Sun, 06 Jul 2008 14:00:29 GMT)
As Economy Struggles, Debt Consolidation Helps Thousands
(ARA) - Everywhere you look you see news about the "credit crunch" and the mortgage foreclosure crisis and, if you're like most Americans, you're feeling the pinch too. (Mon, 07 Jul 2008 09:33:18 GMT)
The dangers of debt consolidation
Are you tempted to take out one big loan to pay off all those other nagging debts? Before you bundle your bills, check out the pros and cons of these consolidation options. (Mon, 07 Jul 2008 10:00:00 GMT)
How To Handle a Cash Crunch
(ARA) - In the world of living paycheck to paycheck, unforeseen expenses create a very stressful situation. Whether the car breaks down, the water heater blows a leak or your dog needs emergency surgery from eating the hallway rug, finding a way to get out of the red gets harder every day. (Mon, 07 Jul 2008 13:47:51 GMT)
THE NATIONAL CREDIT ACT: A YEAR ON . . .
A lending hand? The number of indebted consumers has sky-rocketed in the past year. The volume of motor vehicles, homes, furniture and semidurable goods sold on credit has plummeted. (Tue, 08 Jul 2008 09:42:29 GMT)
How To Handle a Cash Crunch
(ARA) - In the world of living paycheck to paycheck, unforeseen expenses create a very stressful situation. Whether the car breaks down, the water heater blows a leak or your dog needs emergency surgery from eating the hallway rug, finding a way to get out of the red gets harder every day. (Tue, 08 Jul 2008 11:30:29 GMT)
RP banks remain weak despite increased lending activities
MANILA, Philippines - Despite Philippine banks’ increased lending activities, these remain unsustainable as lenders remain generally weak, international ratings agency Fitch Ratings said. (Tue, 08 Jul 2008 11:37:07 GMT)
New law gives big student loan break to public service workers
If you're facing years of student loan payments but aren't making much money working in public service, the federal government has some good news. A law that took effect Tuesday could allow you to have some of your college debt forgiven. (Tue, 08 Jul 2008 12:10:33 GMT)
Banking & Finance: RP banks weak due to unstable income source, says Fitch
PHILIPPINE BANKS may have improved their operating fundamentals over the past four or five years, yet they still remain weak due to an unsustainable source of income, global debt watcher Fitch Ratings said. (Tue, 08 Jul 2008 15:49:05 GMT)
09-07-2008: Bumpy ride ahead in second half
Expect a slightly bumpy ride in the 2H2008 The economy will be adjusting to the recent larger-than-expected fuel hike and the macro backdrop hinges largely on the speed and magnitude of this adjustment. (Wed, 09 Jul 2008 08:58:02 GMT)
Creditnet.com Unveils Its New Face
Creditnet, a pioneer in the online credit card marketplace, today announced the launch of a completely new version of its popular site, which provides consumers with a free network of people and resources essential to building, maintaining, and repairing credit. (Wed, 09 Jul 2008 13:05:00 GMT)
Grandich Letter Special Alert: Shock, denial, frustration, anger??
What you are about to read is the single most important commentary I’ve written since I first began publishing The Grandich Letter in 1984. Every American should read it, and those who do will likely wish they hadn’t. What I’m about to speak of is the hardest thing I ever had to do in my life. (Wed, 09 Jul 2008 14:59:59 GMT)
Five Risky Ways To Pay Off Debt Faster
We've helped you with all the standard debt solutions, now read about your other options! (Wed, 09 Jul 2008 15:42:25 GMT)
EnerCom, Inc. Announces Presenting Companies for The Oil & Gas Conference(R) August 10-14, 2008
EnerCom, Inc., announced today the lineup and schedule for The Oil & Gas Conference®, http://www.theoilandgasconference.com. (Wed, 09 Jul 2008 16:00:00 GMT)
Public Service Work Can Earn Forgiveness On Student Loans
If you're facing years of student loan payments, but aren't making much money because you're working in public service, the federal government has some good news for you. A new law could allow you to have some of your college debt forgiven. (Fri, 11 Jul 2008 02:06:49 GMT)
Is the newspaper obligated to protect consumers?
Late one recent Friday afternoon, alert reader John Bogutzki called to chat about an advertisement for financial services he saw in the main section of the June 27 edition of The Times. (Fri, 11 Jul 2008 07:04:58 GMT)
GE Money Agrees to Sell Its Consumer Finance Business in Japan to Shinsei Bank
TOKYO----GE Money, the consumer financial services unit of the General Electric Company , announced today it has signed an agreement to sell its Japanese consumer finance business, which includes the Lake personal loan business, wholly owned credit cards and mortgages under GE Consumer Finance Co Ltd and its subsidiaries, to Shinsei Bank, a leading diversified Japanese bank. (Fri, 11 Jul 2008 08:21:00 GMT)
GE Reports Second Quarter 2008 EPS of $.54; Revenues of $46.9 billion, up 11%; Global Revenues of $25 billion, up 24%; ...
FAIRFIELD, Conn.----GE announced today second quarter 2008 earnings from continuing operations of $5.4 billion with $.54 per share, which was flat year-over-year from second quarter 2007. (Fri, 11 Jul 2008 10:30:00 GMT)
GE to sell Japan lender to Shinsei for $5.4 bln
(Recasts with confirmation, Shinsei comment) (Fri, 11 Jul 2008 11:12:09 GMT)
Pharmacy Chain 36.6's IFRS net loss for 2007 at $99.4 mln (Part 2)
MOSCOW. July 11. (Interfax) - OJSC Pharmacy Chain 36.6's IFRS net profit for 2007 came to $99.4 million against net profit of $34.5 million in 2006, the company said in a statement. An earlier Interfax consensus forecast put the company's net loss at $60 million. (Fri, 11 Jul 2008 13:49:50 GMT)
Banking industry is in distress
The slumping housing market, the subsequent credit crunch and repeated write-downs of underperforming assets have battered the share prices of publicly traded banks over the past year. (Fri, 11 Jul 2008 14:07:55 GMT)
Business Glance
Mergers Kentucky company to buy chemical maker Hercules Ashland Inc. announced Friday it will acquire Wilmington, Del. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 06:20:49 GMT)
Repeated defaulters can land in trouble
You should check with all three banks for top-ups on your existing loans. This way you can ensure that the EMI outflow does increase and you still generate some liquidity. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 21:50:36 GMT)
Paying for college doesn’t have to be a burden
Paying for college is a brow-furrowing challenge. But it’s particularly confusing this year. From interest rate resets to loan providers exiting the market, there’s so much going on that you could spend your summer sifting through the news. Here’s the highlights: Colleges going direct: Despite all the news about turmoil in the student loan markets, Joe and Jane College should be able to find ... (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 04:11:04 GMT)
From interest rates to loan providers, college-bound have plenty to learn
Paying for college is a brow-furrowing challenge. But it’s particularly confusing this year. From interest rate resets to loan providers exiting the market, there’s so much going on that you could spend your summer sifting through the news. Here’s a primer. (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 06:11:17 GMT)
Piggy banks squealing
Until recently, big financial institutions and investment banks shed the most blood in the credit crisis, thanks to risky bets on subprime mortgages and other debt instruments. But over the past three quarters, smaller community banks have begun to be squeezed by the stumbling housing market – not because of investments in exotic, mortgage-backed securities, but rather from old-fashioned ... (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 10:15:11 GMT)
No home equity crisis here
Credit crisis? What crisis? Major lenders nationwide are drastically scaling back home equity lending, as falling home prices and rising mortgage losses spooked the industry. (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 11:08:36 GMT)
Easy Way to Get A Secured Loan with Ukloansonly.co.uk's new Website
With so many lending options now available on the market finding the best secured loan has become a somewhat more complicated affair. It is good to know however that one company, UK Loans Only, (www.ukloansonly.co.uk), has made the process a whole lot easier for borrowers with their newly re-vamped and very user friendly website being launched this week. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 07:01:00 GMT)
Anheuser-Busch Agrees to Be Sold to InBev
The $52 billion sale would create the world?s largest brewer, uniting American and Belgian beer giants. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 07:58:24 GMT)
Anheuser-Busch Agrees to Be Sold to InBev
Anheuser-Busch agreed on Sunday night to sell itself to the Belgian brewer InBev for about $52 billion, putting control of the nation’s largest beer maker and a fixture of American culture into a European rival’s hands. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:26:47 GMT)
Anheuser-Busch Agrees to Be Sold for $52 Billion
The sale to the Belgian brewer InBev puts control of the largest U.S. beer maker into a European rival?s hands. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:28:24 GMT)
American icon sold
Anheuser-Busch agreed on Sunday night to sell itself to the Belgian brewer InBev for about $52 billion, people briefed on the matter said, putting control of the nation's largest beer maker and a fixture of American culture into a European rival's hands. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:35:54 GMT)
Anheuser-Busch Agrees to Be Sold to InBev
The $52 billion sale would create the world’s largest brewer, uniting American and Belgian beer giants. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 15:55:50 GMT)
Stanley Furniture Announces Second Quarter 2008 Operating Results
Stanley Furniture Company, Inc. (14064;Nasdaq-NGS:STLY) today reported sales and earnings for the second (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 20:29:31 GMT)
Palm Harbor Homes, Inc. Reports First Quarter Fiscal 2009 Profit
DALLAS----Palm Harbor Homes, Inc. today reported financial results for the first quarter ended June 27, 2008. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 21:00:00 GMT)
Palm Harbor Homes, Inc. Reports First Quarter Fiscal 2009 Profit
Palm Harbor Homes, Inc. (12347;NASDAQ:PHHM) today reported financial results for the first quarter ended (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 21:14:24 GMT)
Fannie, Freddie breakup, consolidation floated
The troubles at Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac could herald major changes for the two giant mortgage finance companies, and for the entire U.S. mortgage funding system. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 21:55:14 GMT)
IMF Executive Board Concludes 2008 Article IV Consultation with Mauritius
On July 2, 2008 the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation with Mauritius. 1 Economic growth is responding to structural reform efforts. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 22:08:48 GMT)
Wells Fargo Earns $1.8 Billion on Record Revenue; Increases Dividend 10%
SAN FRANCISCO----Wells Fargo & Company : -- Net income of $1.8 billion compared with $2.3 billion a year ago -- Diluted earnings per share of $0.53 compared with $0.67 a year ago -- Record revenue of $11.5 billion, up 16 percent from prior year and 34 percent from prior quarter -- Record cross-sell for both retail and commercial customers -- Provision for credit losses of $3.0 billion -- ... (Wed, 16 Jul 2008 12:00:00 GMT)
EnerCom, Inc. Announces Presenting Companies for The Oil & Gas Conference(R) August 10-14, 2008
EnerCom, Inc., announced today the lineup and schedule for The Oil & Gas Conference®, http://www.theoilandgasconference.com. (Wed, 16 Jul 2008 16:00:00 GMT)
OECD suggests spending ceilings for Turkey
ANKARA, July 17 (Reuters) - The OECD suggested on Thursday Turkey enforce multi-yearly spending ceilings combined with a primary budget surplus target, aimed at reducing public debt following the end of a three-year loan deal with the IMF. (Thu, 17 Jul 2008 09:00:08 GMT)
OECD suggests spending ceilings for Turkey
ANKARA, July 17 (Reuters) - The OECD suggested on Thursday Turkey enforce multi-yearly spending ceilings combined with a primary budget surplus target, aimed at reducing public debt following the end of a three-year loan deal with the IMF. (Thu, 17 Jul 2008 09:00:08 GMT)
Economy's making it hard on budding Millennials
The Millennials, also referred to as Generation Y, is the generation to follow Generation X. If you're born between 1980 and 2000, then you are a Millennial. (Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:45:28 GMT)
MGIC Investment Corporation Reports Second Quarter Results
MGIC Investment Corporation today reported a net loss for the quarter ended June 30, 2008 of $97.9 million, compared with net income of $76.7 million for the same quarter a year ago. (Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:56:00 GMT)
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Hon’ble Speaker, 1. I deem it a privilege to present the budget for the year 2008-09. I am indebted to the people of Karnataka who have given me an opportunity to present the third consecutive budget of the State. (Thu, 17 Jul 2008 12:07:22 GMT)
How to Decide If Consolidating Loans Is Best
Here's a guide to help you determine what's best to deal with the amount of money you owe. (Thu, 17 Jul 2008 14:37:09 GMT)
Zions Bancorporation Reports Earnings of $0.65 Per Diluted Common Share for Second Quarter 2008
Zions Bancorporation today reported second quarter net earnings applicable to common shareholders of $69.7 million, or $0.65 per diluted common share, compared to $155.6 million or $1.43 per diluted common share for the second quarter of 2007. (Thu, 17 Jul 2008 20:10:00 GMT)
Merrill Lynch Reports Second Quarter 2008 Net Loss from Continuing Operations of $4.6 Billion
NEW YORK----Merrill Lynch today reported a net loss from continuing operations for the second quarter of 2008 of $4.6 billion, or $4.95 per diluted share, compared to net earnings from continuing operations of $2.0 billion, or $2.10 per diluted share, for the second quarter of 2007. (Thu, 17 Jul 2008 20:10:00 GMT)
Merrill Lynch Reports Second Quarter 2008 Net Loss from Continuing Operations of $4.6 Billion
Merrill Lynch (NYSE: MER) today reported a net loss from continuing operations for the second quarter (Thu, 17 Jul 2008 20:33:26 GMT)
Regulators probe St. Louis Wachovia Securities office
Securities regulators from Missouri and other states descended Thursday on the downtown St. Louis headquarters of Wachovia Securities after receiving complaints from investors over frozen auction-rate securities. (Fri, 18 Jul 2008 03:37:24 GMT)
Clinics seek a remedy
The proposed consolidation of financially troubled Sequoia Community Health Centers in Fresno with Bakersfield-based Clinica Sierra Vista may be fast-tracked and could be completed in a few months if a proposal is approved in bankruptcy court. (Fri, 18 Jul 2008 05:33:05 GMT)
The Student Loan Corporation Announces Second Quarter Earnings
STAMFORD, Conn.----The Student Loan Corporation today reported net income of $42 million, or $2.10 per share, for the quarter ended June 30, 2008, a decrease of $29 million compared to net income of $71 million, or $3.53 per share, reported in same quarter of 2007. (Fri, 18 Jul 2008 12:00:00 GMT)
Credit Solutions Eliminates More Than $600 Million in Consumer Debt
Debt management market leader, Credit Solutions, recently broke an industry record by settling $33 million in debt in June. This achievement contributes to the company's total debt retirement of more than $600 million. (Fri, 18 Jul 2008 16:26:00 GMT)
Satyajit Das: Bank earnings - The `V`, `U` or `L` Recovery
The global banking crisis will play out a lot longer since banks need $300-500 bn to recapitalise but no longer have the revenue streams to justify anyone investing such sums in them. (Fri, 18 Jul 2008 18:46:27 GMT)
The Student Loan Corporation Announces Second Quarter Earnings
The Student Loan Corporation (NYSE:STU) today reported net income of $42 million, or $2.10 per share, for the quarter ended June 30, 2008, a decrease of $29 million (40%) compared to net income of $71 million, or $3.53 per share, reported in same quarter of 2007. This decrease was primarily driven by a $26 million (after-tax) increase in the Company's provision for loan losses, largely ... (Fri, 18 Jul 2008 19:53:11 GMT)
Starbucks in Geneseo, Greece to Close
Coffee nerds in Greece and Geneseo are bummin' that their favorite Starbucks outlets will not make the cut of the java giant's national consolidation. (Fri, 18 Jul 2008 21:07:48 GMT)
Satyajit Das: Bank earnings - The `V`, `U` or `L` Recovery
The global banking crisis will play out a lot longer since banks need $300-500 bn to recapitalise but no longer have the revenue streams to justify anyone investing such sums in them. (Sat, 19 Jul 2008 14:40:16 GMT)
Cutting the budget excess
Right now, our federal government is in debt over $9 trillion dollars. This means that every man, woman, and child in the U.S. owes the federal government $30,903.41 for expenses the government paid using borrowed dollars, and that number continues to rise. (Sun, 20 Jul 2008 08:35:18 GMT)
Marac Finance bond issue reaps $100m
In difficult times Christchurch's Marac Finance has broken through the $100 million mark for its secured bond offer although it will fall short of the hoped for $125m. (Sun, 20 Jul 2008 17:09:23 GMT)
Cutting the budget excess
Right now, our federal government is in debt over $9 trillion dollars. This means that every man, woman, and child in the U.S. owes the federal government $30,903.41 for expenses the government paid using borrowed dollars, and that number continues to rise. (Mon, 21 Jul 2008 08:20:44 GMT)
Nigeria: Private Wealth Management - a Nation in Search of Wealth Managers
As Nigerian banks struggle to meet global best practices in consumer banking and the national economy suffers capital flight in billions of dollars, a novel development is in the offing that could arrest capital flight in Nigeria and that is private wealth management. (Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:27:57 GMT)
New Government Program Pays Off Student Loans for Borrowers Who Enter Public Service
Student loan borrowers who commit to a decade of public service may see the remaining balance on their federal student loans forgiven under the government's new public-service loan forgiveness program. (Mon, 21 Jul 2008 15:47:00 GMT)
StanCorp Financial Group, Inc. Reports Second Quarter 2008 Earnings
StanCorp Financial Group, Inc. today reported net income for the second quarter of 2008 of $0.98 per diluted share, compared to $0.97 per diluted share for the second quarter of 2007. (Mon, 21 Jul 2008 20:05:00 GMT)
American Express Reports Second Quarter Earnings
American Express Company (NYSE: AXP) today reported second-quarter income from continuing operations of $655 million, down 37 percent from $1.0 billion a year ago. Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations were $0.56, down 35 percent from $0.86 a year ago. (Mon, 21 Jul 2008 20:44:04 GMT)
SunTrust Reports Second Quarter Earnings of $1.53 Per Share
SunTrust Banks, Inc. today reported net income available to common shareholders of $535.3 million for the second quarter of 2008, or $1.53 per average common diluted share, compared to $673.9 million, or $1.89 per average common diluted share, in the second quarter of 2007. (Tue, 22 Jul 2008 10:00:00 GMT)
PRESS RELEASE:Fitch Sees Number Of Europe CLO Executives Declining
Fitch Ratings-London-22 July 2008: Fitch Ratings says in a special report that challenging conditions in the European leveraged loan market are likely to lead to consolidation in the fragmented collateralised loan obligation (CLO) asset management industry. (Tue, 22 Jul 2008 10:36:42 GMT)
Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc. Reports Second-Quarter and Six-Month 2008 Results
PHOENIX----Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc. : HIGHLIGHTS (Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:00:00 GMT)
Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc. Reports Second-Quarter and Six-Month 2008 Results
Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc. (NYSE: FCX): (Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:44:57 GMT)
European CLO Managers Seen Consolidating - Fitch
LONDON -(Dow Jones)- The demise of a number of smaller collateralized loan obligation managers is unlikely to pose a significant threat to leveraged loan refinancings as the larger CLO managers could support the refinancing in 2010 and onward, said Pablo Mazzini, a Fitch senior director of European leveraged finance Tuesday. (Tue, 22 Jul 2008 18:05:27 GMT)
Methanex Announces Second Quarter Results-Methanol Prices Remain Strong Into the Third Quarter
Methanex Corporation(NASDAQ: MEOH)(SANTIAGO: Methanex) - (Wed, 23 Jul 2008 01:13:00 GMT)
For many, real life begins with big debts
Andrew Buskirk is a typical 20-something. (Wed, 23 Jul 2008 10:34:50 GMT)
Mercantile Bancorp Announces Second Quarter 2008 Results
Mercantile Bancorp, Inc. today reported unaudited net income of $1.3 million or $0.15 per share for the quarter ended June 30, 2008 compared with net income of $2.4 million or $0.27 per share in second quarter 2007. (Wed, 23 Jul 2008 11:00:00 GMT)
Find relief from credit card debt now
Reduce or eliminate your credit card debt without costly loans or bankruptcy. (Wed, 23 Jul 2008 17:16:33 GMT)
Digging Out of Debt Without Going Bankrupt
Right now in Arkansas people are filing for more bankruptcies than they did in 2007. In fact bankruptcies increased 23 percent from May of 2007 to May of 2008. And credit counseling agencies say they can't believe people aren't taking advantage of another option that can actually protect their credit and even make it better. (Thu, 24 Jul 2008 02:59:53 GMT)
Digging Out of Debt Without Going Bankrupt
In Arkansas people are filing for more bankruptcies than they did in 2007. And credit counseling agencies say they can't believe people aren't taking advantage of another option that can... (Thu, 24 Jul 2008 03:07:44 GMT)
Chapter 11 doesn't discourage Creditron
Creditron Financial Corp., a 23-year-old Erie company with more than 400 employees, is reorganizing its finances under Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. (Thu, 24 Jul 2008 07:03:29 GMT)
AmericanWest Bancorporation Announces 2008 Second Quarter Financial Results and Plans to Improve Capital Levels
SPOKANE, Wash.----AmericanWest Bancorporation today announced its second quarter 2008 financial results, which included the following: Net interest margin of 4.19%. Provision for loan losses of $16.4 million, or 3.68% of average loans . (Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:15:00 GMT)
AmericanWest Bancorporation Announces 2008 Second Quarter Financial Results and Plans to Improve Capital Levels
AmericanWest Bancorporation (NASDAQ:AWBC)("Company") today announced its second quarter 2008 financial results, which included the following: (Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:46:58 GMT)
Reuters Business Summary
Ford posts $8.7-billion loss on truck slump DETROIT - Ford Motor Co posted a $8.7 billion quarterly loss on Thursday as it wrote down the value of truck and SUV operations and cautioned that it did not expect to see a U.S. economic turnaround until 2010. The loss was deeper than analysts had forecast and sent Ford shares down by 7 percent in premarket trading. ... (Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:56:56 GMT)
Columbia Banking System Announces Second Quarter 2008 Earnings; Maintains $0.17 Cash Dividend
Columbia Banking System, Inc. today announced earnings for the second quarter 2008 of $1.9 million, compared with $8.5 million for the second quarter of 2007. (Thu, 24 Jul 2008 13:15:00 GMT)
Financial Aid Glossary
Federal scholarships of up to $1,300 for very needy first- and second-year college students who have taken tough courses while in high school or achieved a B grade-point average (3.0) during the first year of college. (Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:16:35 GMT)
The 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 Jul 2008 06:20:14 GMT)
Czechs' interest in consumer loans grows in H1
Prague, July 24 (CTK) - Czech banks recorded a growth in interest in consumer loans in H1 this year, while the sale of mortgage loans declined in Jan-June, data from banks have shown. (Fri, 25 Jul 2008 06:29:31 GMT)
Icade : Crescita del RNAV di Icade e risultati buoni nel primo semestre 2008
(Fri, 25 Jul 2008 09:40:18 GMT)
Insatiable Government
In the minutes of the Chicago City Council, May 12th last, is the perfect example of how commonly we regard public credit. (Fri, 25 Jul 2008 13:41:21 GMT)
NT investigation: Worrying now for the future
Last in a two-part series: Educating young students is difficult and expensive. Untimely state aid payments, failed referendums for additional tax revenue and concern about future economic hardships are just three of many fiscal concerns shared by area school leaders. (Fri, 25 Jul 2008 14:04:35 GMT)
Warnings you need to protect your finances
There are two consumer alerts you need to know about today, first, online banking. While your bank may tell you it’s safe, a new University of Michigan study says otherwise. The study looked at 214 online banking sites and found 75% had at least one flaw that could leave you vulnerable to hackers. (Sat, 26 Jul 2008 01:12:17 GMT)
We're living beyond our means
As the economy boomed and the good times rolled, spending money was easy and credit was there for the taking. But financial advisers are dismayed at the number of New Zealanders who have been living beyond their means, forgetting the basics of money management and now paying the price. (Sat, 26 Jul 2008 01:14:01 GMT)
Ad for loans called upfront-fee scam
The Ohio Department of Commerce is warning consumers to be on guard against advertisements that promote the availability of loans but fail to name the company and its location. (Sat, 26 Jul 2008 09:26:27 GMT)
NT investigation: Worrying now for the future
Last in a two-part series: Educating young students is difficult and expensive. Untimely state aid payments, failed referendums for additional tax revenue and concern about future economic hardships are just three of many fiscal concerns shared by area school leaders. (Sat, 26 Jul 2008 13:52:47 GMT)
NT investigation: Worrying now for the future
Last in a two-part series: Educating young students is difficult and expensive. Untimely state aid payments, failed referendums for additional tax revenue and concern about future economic hardships are just three of many fiscal concerns shared by area school leaders. (Sun, 27 Jul 2008 05:20:39 GMT)
Kathy Kristof: Going into public service could win student-loan forgiveness
If you're facing years of student-loan payments but aren't making much money because you're working in public service, the federal government has some good news for you: A law that took effect July 1 could allow you to have some of your college debt forgiven. (Sun, 27 Jul 2008 07:17:58 GMT)
Ceplene® Receives Positive European Opinion For Approval From CHMP - Acute Myeloid Leukemia
EpiCept Corporation (Nasdaq and OMX Nordic Exchange: EPCT) announced today that the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) of the European Medicines Agency (EMEA) has issued a positive opinion regarding the marketing authorization for Ceplene® (histamine dihydrochloride), for the r (Sun, 27 Jul 2008 08:09:47 GMT)
ILOG Announces 2008 Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year End Results
ILOG® today announced the results of its fiscal fourth quarter with revenues of $46.1 million, net income of $0.1 million and fully diluted U.S. GAAP earnings per share of $0.00. (Mon, 28 Jul 2008 06:15:00 GMT)
ILOG Announces 2008 Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year End Results
ILOG® today announced the results of its fiscal fourth quarter with revenues of US$46.1 million, net income of US$0.1 million and fully diluted U.S. GAAP earnings per share of US$0.00. (Mon, 28 Jul 2008 06:15:00 GMT)
GE Money and Power Equipment Direct Partner on Outdoor Power Equipment Financing Program
GE Money and Power Equipment Direct, a leading online outdoor power equipment (OPE) retailer, specializing in generators, pressure washers and air compressors, today announced a multi-year agreement on a credit program that provides flexible financing options for purchases of Power Equipment Direct products. (Mon, 28 Jul 2008 07:01:00 GMT)
New job please, Carol?
A look at the career of Carol Vorderman as she steps down from Countdown after 26 years. (Mon, 28 Jul 2008 12:26:57 GMT)
DOCDATA N.V.: Realisation of Strategy 'Vision 2010: Gear to Growth' Full on Course
Results and Financial position half-year 2008 (Tue, 29 Jul 2008 05:30:00 GMT)
Batavia Air founder may sell family-owned business if buyer is right, MD says
This article is provided to FT.com readers by mergermarket —a news service focused on providing actionable, origination intelligence to M&A professionals. (Tue, 29 Jul 2008 07:50:46 GMT)
CTC Media Reports Second Quarter 2008 Financial Results
MOSCOW, July 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- CTC Media, Inc. (Nasdaq: CTCM), a leading television broadcaster in Russia, today reported financial results for the three- and six-month periods ended June 30, 2008. (Tue, 29 Jul 2008 09:31:53 GMT)
Gold Holds Tight as Stocks Fall, Euro Stalls; US & UK Governments Scramble to Revive Confidence in Mortgage Markets
THE SPOT PRICE OF GOLD continued to hold in their tightest range for three months early Tuesday, slipping 1.1% in thin trade from an overnight high of $933 per ounce. (Tue, 29 Jul 2008 13:23:27 GMT)
GE Money and Brooks Brothers Extend Successful, Long-Term Credit Card Program Partnership
STAMFORD, Conn.----GE Money, the consumer lending unit of General Electric Company , today announced a multi-year renewal of the Brooks Brothers private label card and Dual Card credit programs for the company’s 209 stores located throughout the United States and on its web site. (Tue, 29 Jul 2008 14:00:00 GMT)
GE Money and Brooks Brothers Extend Successful, Long-Term Credit Card Program Partnership
GE Money, the consumer lending unit of General Electric Company (NYSE:GE), today announced a multi-year renewal of the Brooks Brothers private label card and Dual Card credit programs for the company's 209 stores located throughout the United States and on its web site. (Tue, 29 Jul 2008 14:16:28 GMT)
BP p.l.c. Group Results Second Quarter and Half Year 2008(a)
Second (Tue, 29 Jul 2008 19:44:00 GMT)
Oncolytics Biotech Inc. Announces 2008 Second Quarter Results
Oncolytics Biotech Inc. today announced its financial results and highlights for the three and six month periods ended June 30, 2008. (Wed, 30 Jul 2008 00:14:00 GMT)
Monaco Coach Corporation Reports Second Quarter Results
Monaco Coach Corporation, one of the nation's leading manufacturers of recreational vehicles, today reported results for the second quarter ended June 28, 2008. (Wed, 30 Jul 2008 10:00:00 GMT)
Lazard Ltd Reports First-Half and Second-Quarter 2008 Results
NEW YORK----Lazard Ltd today announced financial results for the first half and quarter ended June 30, 2008. Net income on a fully exchanged basis was $80.5 million, or $0.71 per share , for the first half of 2008, compared to $116.5 million, or $1.00 per share , for the first half of 2007. (Wed, 30 Jul 2008 11:00:00 GMT)
Temecula Valley Bancorp Announces Second Quarter 2008 Results
TEMECULA, Calif.----Temecula Valley Bancorp Inc. today announced a net loss of $2.0 million, or $0.20 per diluted share, for the second quarter ending June 30, 2008 compared with net income of $5.3 million, or $0.47 per diluted share, reported for the second quarter of 2007. (Wed, 30 Jul 2008 12:00:00 GMT)
Eurobank EFG Ergasias: First Half 2008 Financial Results
Group Net Profit Rises by 7% to EUR436m (Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:13:00 GMT)
Asyst Reports Results for First Quarter of Fiscal 2009
Asyst Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq:ASYT), the leader in Agile Automation(TM), today reported financial results for its fiscal first quarter ended June 30, 2008. (Wed, 30 Jul 2008 20:18:09 GMT)
O-I Reports Record Earnings in the Second Quarter 2008
Owens-Illinois, Inc. today reported financial results for the second quarter ending June 30, 2008. (Wed, 30 Jul 2008 22:15:00 GMT)
Trican- 2008 Second Quarter Results
CALGARY, ALBERTA-- - Trican Well Service Ltd. : (Wed, 30 Jul 2008 23:20:43 GMT)
Belron to cut 165 local jobs
KINGSTON – Approximately 165 jobs at the former Diamond Glass corporate headquarters will be eliminated or transferred to Ohio by the end of the year, according to a spokeswoman for parent company Belron US. (Thu, 31 Jul 2008 06:01:39 GMT)
NESTE OIL'S INTERIM REPORT FOR JANUARY-JUNE 2008
- Comparable operating profit of EUR 181 million in the second quarter (Thu, 31 Jul 2008 06:27:00 GMT)
Freedom Bank Signs Definitive Agreement With Community Bank Investors of America, LP, Raising $5 Million in Capital
Dr. Howard Seider, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Freedom Bank announced today the signing of a definitive agreement for the purchase of five million shares of Freedom Bank common stock with Community Bank Investors of America, LP of Richmond, VA, a private equity fund specializing in community bank investments. (Thu, 31 Jul 2008 10:12:00 GMT)
FPL Group Delivers Strong Second-Quarter Performance
JUNO BEACH, Fla.----FPL Group, Inc. today reported 2008 second quarter net income on a GAAP basis of $209 million, or $0.52 per share, compared with $405 million, or $1.01 per share, in the second quarter of 2007. (Thu, 31 Jul 2008 11:30:00 GMT)
The First American Corporation Reports Preliminary Financial Results for the Second Quarter of 2008
The First American Corporation , America's largest provider of business information, today announced preliminary financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2008. (Thu, 31 Jul 2008 12:32:00 GMT)
EnerCom, Inc. Announces Presenting Companies for The Oil & Gas Conference(R) August 10-14, 2008
EnerCom, Inc., announced today the lineup and schedule for The Oil & Gas Conference®, http://www.theoilandgasconference.com. (Thu, 31 Jul 2008 16:00:00 GMT)
IMF Executive Board Concludes 2008 Article IV Consultation with Tonga
On July 2, 2008, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation with Tonga. 1 Tonga's economy has shown resilience in the aftermath of the November 2006 riots and is now on a path to recovery. (Thu, 31 Jul 2008 17:39:00 GMT)
Service Bancorp, Inc. Reports Results for the Quarter and Year Ended June 30, 2008
Service Bancorp, Inc. , the bank holding company for Strata Bank, announced a net loss for the quarter ended June 30, 2008 of $2.5 million, or $1.52 per diluted share, compared with net income of $260,000, or $0.16 per diluted share, for the same quarter a year ago. (Thu, 31 Jul 2008 20:28:00 GMT)
