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Obama Calls for Stimulus Package
In his first news conference as president-elect, Barack Obama gave crisp answers to questions and said an economic recovery would not be quick or easy.
Bank duo oppose Lloyds-HBOS deal
The ex-chiefs of Bank of Scotland and Royal Bank of Scotland write to HBOS saying it should remain independent.
Ex-Scottish bank chiefs seek to block HBOS deal
Reuters - The former heads of Royal Bank of Scotland and Bank of Scotland have written to Britain's biggest home lender HBOS in an effort to block its government-brokered takeover by Lloyds TSB , the BBC reported on Saturday.
Obama, in His New Role as President-Elect, Calls for Stimulus Package
In his first news conference as president-elect, Barack Obama said an economic recovery would not be easy.
HBOS rejects Scottish ex-bank chiefs bid to block deal
Reuters - Britain's biggest home lender HBOS rejected on Saturday a proposal from the former heads of Royal Bank of Scotland and Bank of Scotland to block its government-brokered takeover by Lloyds TSB .
Democratic Leaders Seek Aid for Automakers
Democratic leaders in Congress have asked the Bush administration to provide more aid to the struggling auto industry.
The Reckoning: How the Thundering Herd Faltered and Fell
Merrill Lynch couldn?t escape the housing crash as record waves of homeowners defaulted on their mortgages.
It?s a Time to Listen, and to Obey the Laws of Arithmetic
As the president-elect gets ready for new responsibilities, four ways to become a reliable steward of the economy.
Put Away the Wish List, and Help Households Bounce Back
The new administration must help households first if we are to have any hope of reversing the devastating course of a recession.
The Mood Always Matters, So Restore Confidence First
President-elect Barack Obama faces the very important task of restoring confidence in our nation?s economy.
The Real Mandate Is to Bridge the Wealth Gap
The president-elect needs to do something really effective to prevent inequality from getting much worse.
Remember That Capitalism Is More Than a Spectator Sport
The most basic task is to restore a sense of fairness to and faith in our economic system ? much as Franklin D. Roosevelt did in the 1930s.
Sure, It All Sounds Grand, but Don?t Forget the Gravitas
A few suggestions for the new leader of the United States, regarding some of the pitfalls ahead in handling economic policy.
Just What This Downturn Demands: A Consumption Tax
With the country sliding into a protracted economic downturn, it is imperative to increase spending over the short run, regardless of how we pay for it.
Stunned Icelanders Struggle After Economy?s Fall
The loss in Iceland after its economic collapse goes beyond the personal, shattering a proud country?s sense of itself.
Working Poor and the Young Are Hit Hard in Downturn
Labor experts say the hardships of the gathering recession will hurt the working poor and younger job seekers most of all.
The Nation: Seeking a Poet for the Great Mess of ?08
The year 1929 is defined by a single event. One of its chief chroniclers put human foolishness on notice.
Consumed: Social Currency
Prepaid cards that cash in on the status of plastic.
Winter in the Sun | Practical Traveler: This Season, Procrastination May Pay Off
Hotels and resorts are rolling back cancellation penalties, slashing booking deposits and promoting money-back guarantees to encourage hesitant clients.
Pelosi and Reid Urge White House to Aid Automakers
Democratic Congressional leaders suggested using the $700 billion bailout for the financial system to help distressed automakers.
After Push for Obama, Unions Seek New Rules
Labor unions, delighted to have a friend in the White House, plan to push for legislation that would make it easier for workers to unionize.
Spotlight: A Luxury Development Thrives in Denver
The Landmark?s developer has managed to navigate the hurdles that have sidetracked many of his colleagues during the credit crisis.
Shifting Careers: Need to Take a Breather? Have a Game Plan
A sabbatical or leave of absence from a job can make good sense, even in dismal economic times like these.
Preoccupations: Up the Ladder? How Dated, How Linear
The face of the corporate work force has been transformed, partly by the presence of more women and aging baby boomers.
Fresh Starts: Required: Empathy and Kleenex
Loan workout specialists not only must understand how loans are structured, they are also part detective, part diplomat and, often, part therapist.
The Boss: Warming to a Life on Ice
Gary B. Bettman is the commissioner of the National Hockey League.
John Daly, 71, Producer of ?Platoon?, Dies
A British-born producer, Mr. Daly?s credits include ?Platoon,? ?The Last Emperor? and other Oscar-winning movies.
Letters: Going Against the Grain
Going Against the Grain.
Fair Game: Open the Door and Turn on the Lights
A strong first step would be to ensure that finance officials in charge of taxpayer-financed bailouts operate them with more transparency.
Pelosi and Reid Urge Aid for U.S. Automakers
Democratic Congressional leaders suggested using the financial system?s bailout to help distressed automakers.
Leading economic powers agree on need to boost growth
Reuters - The world's leading economies, including emerging powers like China, agreed on Saturday on the need to take measures to stimulate growth and fight off the threat of a global recession.
Brazil's Lula calls for shake-up of global finance
Reuters - Brazil's president called on Saturday for an overhaul of the global finance system that 'collapsed like a house of cards' in the credit crisis and said emerging powers must have more say in key decisions.
Rio Tinto eyes joint ventures with China: report
Reuters - Global miner Rio Tinto is looking to establish joint ventures with companies backed by the Chinese government, such as Chinalco, its chief executive was quoted as saying in Britain's Observer newspaper on Sunday.
Retailer Li & Fung to layoff staff, cut costs
Reuters - Hong Kong-based consumer goods exporter Li & Fung Ltd (0494.HK) has imposed a hiring freeze, will lay off some employees and reduce travel and other expenditure due to the global financial crisis.
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