Loonie pushing parity, but a double-double’s still cheaper in U.S.

The Canadian dollar pushed higher Wednesday, trading briefly over 99 cents after the U.S. Federal Reserve reiterated Tuesday its intention to keep its benchmark lending rate at record lows for an extended period. The loonie might be pushing parity with the U.S. dollar, but if you’re looking for the cheapest double-double, you’re still better off [...]

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Posted March 30, 2010 by ][-NooM-][ under Benchmark Lending, More Financial

Romania Lowers Benchmark Interest Rate to Record Low

Romania’s central bank cut its benchmark interest rate by half a percentage point to the lowest level on record to boost the economy, which is showing “signs of recovery in some sectors.” The Banca Nationala a Romaniei cut its monetary policy rate For the third time this year to 6.5 percent from 7 percent today, [...]

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China says stock futures trading to begin April 16

China will launch trading of stock futures on April 16, regulators said Friday, in a move that could help boost stock prices and increase the role of China’s securities markets in financing economic development. The beginning of trading has long been anticipated by stock traders eager for new investment options. The notice posted Friday on [...]

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Posted March 30, 2010 by ][-NooM-][ under Trading

Romania cuts Benchmark interest rate to 6.5 pct

Romania’s central bank cut its benchmark interest rate to a record low of 6.5 percent Monday, the third time it has cut rates this year, in an attempt to revive the country’s ailing economy. The National Bank of Romania cut its main interest rate from 7 percent after slashing it from 7.5 percent in February [...]

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Geithner says Commercial Real Estate Loans will continue to be problem but can be managed

Mounting losses from commercial real estate loans will continue to be a problem for the U.S. and especially smaller banks, but it can be managed, Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner said Monday. “Commercial real estate’s still going to be a problem for the country,” Geithner said in an interview with CNBC. “But we can manage through [...]

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Posted March 30, 2010 by ][-NooM-][ under More Financial, More Loans, More Real Estate

Popular Activities in Carmel, California

If you want to select the perfect place to call home in California, Carmel is an excellent destination. Hiking the California coast, visiting wineries, sailing, and golfing are just some of the many activities you can enjoy in Carmel. Carmel boasts miles of beautiful coastline where you can enjoy leisurely strolls and admire the gorgeous [...]

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Posted March 30, 2010 by ][-NooM-][ under More Real Estate

Vital Things You Should Learn About Debt Consolidation

Today, more than ever before, people have accumulated more and more debt by taking out numerous loans. Suddenly, they find themselves in a place where their monthly pay check just doesn’t pay all of their bills. What can they do? Where can they turn? Debt consolidation could have the answer you’re looking for. A consolidation [...]

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