Bank Foreclosure Listings Put in Spotlight by Court Ruling
A state judge in Florida has ruled against U.S. Bank N.A. which filed a lawsuit against Ernest Harpster when the homeowner defaulted on a loan that he supposedly received in January 2007.
More firms anticipate payrolls growth
More U.S. companies plan to increase their work force over the next six months, a survey showed on Monday, which could lead to a stronger recovery.
Caterpillar beats forecasts and raises outlook
Caterpillar Inc reported a stronger-than-expected quarterly profit on Monday and raised its full-year sales forecast above Wall Street estimates, citing an improving global economy, especially in Asia and Latin America.
Stock futures point to higher open on Caterpillar, M&A
U.S. stock index futures pointed to a higher open on Monday on a flurry of merger-and-acquisition activity and after Caterpillar reported stronger-than-expected quarterly profit.
Banks face pressure to get dull
If the U.S. Congress approves financial regulation reform -- and that looks likely to happen soon -- banking stands to become a duller business.
Germany, markets increase pressure on Greece
Uncertainty over an aid package for Greece pushed up its borrowing costs to a 12-year high on Monday, with demands from Germany for further austerity measures before aid is granted heightening the tension.
Stock futures higher on Caterpillar, M&A flurry
U.S. stock index futures rose on Monday after a new flurry of merger-and-acquisition activity and Caterpillar reported stronger-than-expected quarterly profit.
Stock futures up on Greece optimism, ahead of Caterpillar
U.S. stock index futures were modestly higher on Monday, the first session after hitting a 19-month high, as investors awaited key earnings reports and a Greek official said an aid package would help avert a sovereign debt default.
Vodafone to sell Google phone in UK from April 30
Vodafone will be Europe's first carrier to sell Google's Nexus One phone, starting in Britain on April 30, in a boost for the operator beaten to Apple's iPhone by O2.
Whirlpool trumps estimates; raises FY outlook
Whirlpool Corp's quarterly profit blew past estimates on strong sales in North America, Brazil and Asia, prompting the world's largest appliance maker to raise its full-year outlook.
Mothers and babies at risk due to hospital renovations
Renovations at East Fremantle Hospital made babies and mother's health at risk.
Best Buy vows UK success; Carphone ups profit view
Best Buy , the world's No.1 electricals retailer, will do whatever it takes to succeed in the UK, joint venture partner Carphone Warehouse said as it raised profit forecasts for the third time in six months.
Canon raises 2010 outlook on digicams, printers
Japan's Canon Inc raised its annual outlook closer to market expectations on Monday after robust demand for digital cameras and printers powered up its quarterly profit by more than fourfold.
New surgical technique for bowel cancer patients
New surgical technique for bowel cancer patients involves less pain and reduces time spent in hospitals.
Stock futures signal gains; Caterpillar eyed
Stock index futures pointed to a higher open on Wall Street on Monday, with futures for the S&P 500 up 0.16 percent, Dow Jones futures up 0.16 percent and Nasdaq 100 futures up 0.1 percent at 5:06 a.m. ET.
Reason behind smoking dependence may be found on your genetic make-up
Scientists recently found out in their genetic studies that smoking and nicotine addiction may be found in ones genetic make-up.
Missing man at Gold Coast still not found
After a missing man died at Nambour hospital, police are now searching for another missing man at Gold Coast.
Best Buy sees UK success; Carphone ups profit view
Best Buy , the world's No.1 electricals retailer, will do whatever it takes to succeed in the UK, joint venture partner Carphone Warehouse said as it raised profit expectations for the third time in six months.
U.S. data drives up global stocks, Greece eyed
World stocks bounced sharply higher on Monday as a raft of U.S. data showed economic recovery was gathering strength, but investors remained wary over Greece's debt bailout plans.
Canon raises 2010 outlook, Q1 profit up fourfold
Japan's Canon Inc raised its annual outlook closer to market expectations on Monday after posting a more than fourfold jump in quarterly profit on brisk demand for digital cameras and printers.
Greece aid hope helps euro, U.S. data buoys global stocks
The euro stabilized on Monday and Asian share markets rose after Greece requested emergency aid and as a raft of U.S. data showed its economic recovery was gathering strength.
Germany's CDU keeps pressure on Greece over aid
German Chancellor Angela Merkel's ruling coalition will back Greek aid because the euro's future is at stake, but Greece must first prove it is tackling its budget deficit, a senior official in her party said.
CFTC gets political lift for energy position limit plan
Some of the biggest players in U.S. energy markets have told the Commodity Futures Trading Commission that its proposal to curb speculation is misguided and will drive investors to overseas and unregulated markets.
America's Got Talent pacts with YouTube
LOS ANGELES - NBC and the producers of America's Got Talent are partnering with YouTube to put the show's audition process online.
Obama fulfills Cairo pledge with entrepreneur summit
President Barack Obama launches a new effort on Monday to build business and social ties to the Muslim world, but analysts say the need for progress on big issues like Middle East peace will overshadow the initiative.
Oil groups turn focus back to traditional fields
The six-meter high red, blue and gold ball recently painted on the side of the Alwyn alpha rig is the largest Total logo in the world -- a sign of Big Oil's growing focus on its heartlands.
Chavez says Venezuela GDP may shrink again in 2010
Venezuela's economy could shrink for the second consecutive year in 2010, President Hugo Chavez said on Sunday, reversing an earlier forecast of growth in a sign the OPEC nation is struggling to recover from recession.
Nielsen to begin hiring bankers for IPO: report
Nielsen, the world's largest TV and consumer measurement company, plans to begin hiring bankers for its initial public offering, the Financial Times reported on Sunday.
PBOC can't hit both inflation and yuan goals: adviser
The People's Bank of China must choose between preserving domestic price stability and defending the yuan's fixed exchange rate as it is not possible to hit both targets at once, an adviser to the central bank said on Sunday.
Study: Ipods can damage your hearing
Researchers warned that by listening to your iPods and MP3 players at high volume for several hours a day may risk yourself of deafness in your later years.