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Twas the Night Before Expiration
by: Michael Chupka (With apologies to Clement Clarke Moore)
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With unemployment approaching 7%, people are going to be looking for new ways to enhance their credentials and make themselves more attractive to employers. One of the most popular ways to do this is by going back to school or continuing your education. Employers are always looking for skilled workers who have some [...]

During a recession, the types of companies that usually perform well are grouped in a category called Consumer Staples. These companies make products people will use no matter what the state of the economy, and are usually located in what is known as the Fast Moving Consumer Goods Industry (FMCG). Products included in [...]

In a market where General Motors (GM), Ford (F) and Chrysler collectively known as the Big Three were once part of the booming American auto industry, we could be standing witness to one or more of their final days.
On Thursday, CEO’s from the Big Three requested $34 billion in government loans in an effort to [...]

Bankruptcies, bailouts and bad loans have rocked the financial industry. For investors, this bad news may provide good opportunities to buy low. Let’s take a look at some companies that look to be in the best shape to survive the current crisis and profit once it’s passed.
CITIGROUP INC. (C) A discussion of the current financial [...]