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Economy & Trade
Quiet Week in the Eurozone Sees Markets Trending Up
March 25, 2012, 3:15 amThe Euro Stoxx equity index had the worst week of 2012 so far, losing 3.18 percent and falling below 2,500 before recovering to close at 2,525 last Friday.
The Marketing Corner: Mobile Access and Movies
March 24, 2012, 3:13 am
As a whole, younger targets can be very elusive to capture.
International Tourist Spending Boosts Economy
March 23, 2012, 8:41 pm
The U.S. Department of Commerce revealed that international tourist visits to America were up, with visitors spending a record $153 billion in 2011.
Business Women Struggling for Recognition in 21st Century
March 21, 2012, 9:11 pm
Women have made great strides in the business world during the last century, however, there is still inequality in the market that stops women from achieving equal parity with men.
Irish Development Body Seeks US Investors for New Irish Theme Park
March 21, 2012, 12:22 pm
Ireland’s Shannon Development has announced plans for a major visitor attraction on a 120 acre site next to the world-famous Bunratty Castle and Folk Park in County Clare in [...]
Quiet Week in the Eurozone Sees Markets Trending Up
March 19, 2012, 12:25 am
Last week was rather quiet for the Eurozone, with the United States making far more headlines. Some light economic data did not disturb the markets on this side of the Atlantic.
Mortgage Rates Rise, But Remain Low
March 15, 2012, 8:44 pm
The average 30-year mortgage rate rose slightly, according to mortgage finance giant Freddie Mac, but remains at historically low levels.
Seafaring Trade Essential in Global Environment
March 14, 2012, 3:01 pm
The maritime industry is without a doubt the major freight transportation vehicle for international trade since time immemorial. It still transports almost 90 percent of all [...]
Stocks Rally on Retail Sales, Bank Tests
March 13, 2012, 11:16 pm
The recent spate of positive economic news has had an effect on consumer spending, as Americans took to the malls and shopping centers in February.
Banks Anxiously Awaiting Stress Test Results
March 12, 2012, 9:20 pm
The Federal Reserve will release results of its latest bank stress test later this week. It is expected that most banks will show healthier balance sheets leading to profit [...]
