September 2008

Today's round-up looks at the auto industry, financial services, politics, and the economy.North American sales were absolutely horrible for the Big Three automakers despite the fall in gas prices. Even Toyota saw a slump. But, the Big…

This comes from Larry Wright of the Detroit News via the Moderate Voice

Obama mentor Joe Lieberman is going all out for Obama's opponent in order to defeat Obama. Why, you ask, when he made quotes like this one in 2006 (via Political Wire):"The gifts that God has given to Barack Obama are as enormous as his…

A few weeks ago, I said I thought the volatility in commodity and currency markets smelled like panic. I found it very hard to believe that we could have such violent moves without a significant shakeout in the hedge fund world. We are…

Independents like myself who support Barack Obama and Democrats are busy trying to tear down John McCain's surprise pick for Vice President. They say she is less qualified than many other potential candidates that McCain could have…

Today, we have some interesting posts on personal finance, politics and technology. As well, I add in the usual line-up on the economy, housing, and the finance sector. Definitely read the articles on dream houses. Very nice places.Dream…

In the US, the Republican National Convention has begun and as we prepare to watch the presumptive Republican nominee for President, it bears noting a little background into his character and past.One reputable source of background material…

Today's news round-up will focus on articles in three subject areas: housing, the economy, and currencies. Enjoy!Top StoryHSBC says super-rich clients moving into cash - Reuters (do they know something we should know?)Global housingThe…

From the Guardian:

In Germany, there are two major concerns at the momentThe biggest banking merger in Germany's history involving their #2 and #3 banks and Germany's largest company AllianzThe slowdown in the economyCommerz-DresdnerFirst is the…