US Retail Group To Obama, Congress: Can We Get Back To Work Now?
The National Retail Federation says the nation's largest employment sector needs Congress to act on a myriad issues.
Black Friday: Walmart Debuts 2012 Shopping Deals Earlier On Thanksgiving Day
Retail giant Walmart is kicking off 2012 Black Friday deals earlier this year, on Thanksgiving, as more stores are in a rush to throw open their holiday deals much-ahead of Black Friday.
Apple Stock [AAPL] Shares Sink 20% From September High, Price Hits Five-Month Low
Apple (Nasdaq: AAPL) stock has fallen 20 percent since its record high in September as the company struggled to meet demand for the iPhone 5 and lost part of its dominance in the smartphone and tablet market alike.
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Gulf Oil Acquires Houghton International For $1 Billion
Hinduja group company Gulf Oil Corporation (GFCL) has acquired US-based Houghton International for $1.045 billion through a UK-based subsidiary, leading business publication, Business Line has reported.
Hurricane Sandy’s Impact On Corporate America: A Sector-By-Sector Analysis
A survey of the winners and losers from Hurricane Sandy.
In India, A Showdown Between Steelmakers And States
Tata Steel's billion-dollar state fine is just the latest face-off between mining concerns and key ore-rich states.
Suzuki To Pull Out Of US Car Market Due To Strong Yen
Strong Japanese yen claims another domestic export-oriented business: Suzuki Motor Corp.
World Trade Center Construction Resumes, Memorial Reopens
The World Trade Center was relighted on Nov. 1, and construction resumed on Nov. 5.
Activision Blizzard Q3 2012 Earnings Preview: Strong IPs Boosts Profits, Growth Exceeds Expectations
Activision Blizzard Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) is expected to post strong profit in the third quarter thanks to a resurgence in the "World of Warcraft" user base and strong expectations for its "Skylanders" and "Call of Duty" franchises.
NYC Subways, Restoration Continues On G and L lines, A and C Lines Fully Functional
Efforts continue to get the G and L lines running again.
Suzuki Puts Brakes On US Car Sales; Distributor Plans To File For Bankruptcy
Japanese automaker Suzuki announced Tuesday that it is halting the sale of cars in the U.S. and plans to exit the market as the company's U.S. arm American Suzuki Motor Corp plans to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in California.
Superstorm Aftermath: Gas By Monday? (Perhaps Next Monday)
Northeastern gas shortage will likely last through the week due to the many factors affecting the supply chain.
Earnings Preview: Macy's Expected To Post Lower Profit
Macy's is expected to see revenue up but profit down. Could it beat forecasts?
US Retailers Expect Biggest Holiday Sales Gain Since 2007 As New Tablets Flood The Market
Retailers forecast higher holiday sales as a flurry of new touch-screen toys were released just in time to stuff those Christmas stockings.
News Corp. Earnings Preview: Higher Profits And No Separation Anxiety
Political ad spending plus red-hot Fox ratings are expected to boost the fiscal first-quarter earnings of News Corp. (Nasdaq:NWSA).
Man With Bionic Leg Climbs To Top Of Chicago Skyscraper
Zac Vawter broke a record by climbing 103 floors using a mind-controlled prosthetic limb.
Where To Find Gas In New York And New Jersey In Hurricane Sandy's Aftermath
As New York and New Jersey recover from Superstorm Sandy, government officials are adopting emergency measures to deal with fuel-supply disruptions.
Looters Victimizing Queens, Brooklyn, New Jersey In The Wake Of Hurricane Sandy
The devastation caused by Hurricane Sandy has led to gangs of looters taking advantage of areas without power.
Pentagon To Help Fuel Delivery In Sandy-Affected Areas; Fuel From Heating Oil Reserves Released
Federal authorities Friday sought the help of the military to deliver 24 million gallons of fuel to restore gas supply in the areas affected by Superstorm Sandy. There is a severe shortage of fuel as almost 50 percent of the gas stations in Sandy affected areas are inoperable due to power outage.
As Console Market Drops, Game Developers Seek Second Life On Android
As the current generation of video game consoles winds to an end, industry veterans are using mobile technology to carve out a larger space for themselves..
Rhode Island Suing Curt Schilling's 38 Studios Over $75M Loan
Rhode Island has filed a complaint against company executives and government officials involved in the state's high-profile $75 million loan guarantee for Curt Schilling’s video-game developer 38 Studios.
Plan Approved To Secure Dangling Crane Caused By Hurricane Sandy
The city approved the plan to secure the precarious crane hanging over Midtown Manhattan
$23 Million Lottery Winner Forgot About Ticket, Left Winning Ticket In Her Car
The winner of a $23 million lottery ticket forgot she had won the ticket and left it in her car, the California lottery said Friday.
Fuel-Starved Residents of Northeast Overrun Gas Stations After Hurricane Sandy
“It’s like the early 70s out there,” said David Brauner, a 52-year-old Queens resident, referring to the gas shortage caused by the 1973-74 oil embargo.
China Unveils New Fighter Jet, J-31
China unveiled a new fighter jet, its second in the past few years. Experts still say the country has a long way to go in improving its air force.
Comcast Reportedly Wanted Cable Box Returned From New Jersey Home Destroyed By Hurricane Sandy
Comcast is being criticized for demanding a New Jersey family that had their home destroyed in Hurricane Sandy return their cable box.
Black Friday 2012 Ads Come Out Early: Amazon Pre-Sales Start Deals And Discounts Early, Walmart Follows Suit
Amazon released its ads with deals and discounts for its Black Friday 2012 pre-sales and Walmart followed suit.
Walt Disney, Qualcomm, News Corp, Groupon: Earnings Reports To Watch, Nov 5-9
As always, here's your handy clip-and-save earnings-report calendar for the coming week.
US October 2012 Same-Store Sales Roundup: Retailers To Feel Impact Of Sandy
Retailers are looking ahead to the effects that Superstorm Sandy may have on consumers in the coming months.
US Car Sales Post Strong Gains In October, Despite Sandy
Despite Hurricane Sandy cutting October car sales, the industry posted a big improvement in October over last year's results.
Ford Disappoints In Its October Sales; Up Only 0.4 Percent
Detroit automaker saw minor increase in sales last month. The news comes only two days after the company issued good 3Q earnings.
Chrysler Reports Best October Sales Since 2007
The Detroit automaker reported a 10 percent gain in October, the best month since before the last recession.
LIPA Power Outages Could Last A Week, ConEd Begins Lower Manhattan Power Restoration Until Saturday After Hurricane Sandy
The Long Island Power Authority said power outages can last more than a week on Long Island, while ConEd said it has restored some power in Lower Manhattan after Hurricane Sandy.
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