Finance News
Unlock the world of finance with information about the accounting, banking and financial services, insurance and investment industries. Catch up on the latest innovations in retail and commercial banks, personal finance management and the major players on the venture capital stage.
What About Main Street? Personal Budgeting for Main Street America
Massachusetts Author and Graphic Designer Jason Bazinet reacts to today’s struggling economy by publishing, “Keep My Budget,” a 2009 personal budget planner. Just when America needs it the most, Mr. Bazinet is providing people with a way to manage their spending one day at a time. - February 13, 2009 - Jason Bazinet
Selection Begins for Knox Lawrence International's 2nd Annual Africa Business Plan Competition
Business plans from teams at the Nation’s top tier University MBA programs have been submitted for consideration in Knox Lawrence International’s (“KLI”) 2nd Annual Africa Business Plan competition. The competition committee is currently in the process of selecting business... - February 12, 2009 - Knox Lawrence International
Los Angeles Foreclosures Down 49 Percent from December 2008; Miami Foreclosures Increase by 58 Percent and New York City by 64 Percent Says Propertyshark.com Report
In the January 2009 Foreclosure Report by PropertyShark.com, Los Angeles foreclosures were down 49% from December 2008, Miami foreclosures increased by 58%, New York City by 64%, and new scheduled foreclosures in Seattle spiked 300%. - February 11, 2009 - PropertyShark.com
Bridgette Elliott Announces the Release of the Alpha Omega Bankruptcy Ebook
Readers gain knowledge on the beginning and ending of the bankruptcy process in this ebook. - February 11, 2009 - Bridgette Elliott
Go2Group Introduces New Version of Its Popular JaM Plugin, Providing Tighter Integration Between Atlassian JIRA and HP Quality Center
Go2Group today introduced a new version of its popular JaM Plugin, designed to help testers and developers collaborate more quickly and efficiently. The JaM Plugin is available for $1,995 per license, and includes 12 months of support and maintenance. - February 11, 2009 - Go2Group
First Investors - Spirit of Valentines Day
In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, First Investors is reaching out to those without life insurance and those whose current coverage is insufficient. In communities nationwide, First Investors representatives are sitting down with clients and helping them insure their love through life insurance. - February 11, 2009 - First Investors Media
Buyers of Market Research Expect to Spend Nearly 10% Less in 2009
A 20 year trend of positive growth for the market research industry is likely coming to an end. - February 10, 2009 - MarketResearchCareers
All My Sons Moving and Storage Sets Up Procedures to Improve Customer Satisfaction for All My Sons Moving Customers
All My Sons Moving and Storage announced today their relationship with We Care Claims, a new claims management and claims resolution service designed to help improve all customer satisfaction. - February 10, 2009 - All My Sons
Should Companies Cancel Incentive Travel During a Recession? Executive Oasis International Provides Strategies for Rewarding Top Performers Even During Tough Times
Whenever there is an economic downturn, many companies cut incentive travel and other non-cash incentives. This is short sighted. When times are tough, it’s much more difficult for sales professionals to “make their numbers”. It’s more important than ever to have strong incentives to motivate teams and reward top performers. Even 6 and 7 star resorts in Dubai are now offering specials. There is no better time to schedule an incentive trip. - February 10, 2009 - Executive Oasis International
Retirees Catch a Break from Congress
Dale Merritt, wealth strategist for Banyan Rock & Talent believes that retirees have caught a break with the government’s suspension of the required minimum distribution for 2009. - February 10, 2009 - Banyan Rock & Talent
theProfessionalSpeculator.com Announces the Release of a Trading Program That Will Allow Speculators to Trade Like Professionals and Rebound for 2009
This program was created for traders who are looking rebuild their portfolios given the volatile markets of 2008. theProfessionalSpeculator.com was created by Jose Rubio by using his 20 years of experience in the Financial Services industry. Rubio is teaching other traders to think, plan and trade like a professional speculator. - February 09, 2009 - rubio wealth management
Financial Health Expert Says Pass Your Own Stimulus Package
Financial health expert Simone Craig says, "Pass your own stimulus package in your home." Assess your personal financial situation during this time of international financial crisis, work with your family and creditors to set realistic financial goals and make a plan to improve it. Face the emotional aspect of financial crisis. - February 08, 2009 - Financial Health Solutions
Fee Free Mortgage Advice from First Mortgage
Fee free mortgage advice has become even more important in the current economic conditions. First Mortgage is committed to offering fee free advice. - February 08, 2009 - First Mortgage Direct Ltd
Strong Foundation Saving Indian Banks from Fallout
Close monitoring and proactive approach will allow the Indian banking industry to sail through tough financial times without bearing any major impact. - February 07, 2009 - RNCOS
Aim Software and Sfb services4banks Join Up to Provide a Reference Data Service for Ambit Apsys Clients
AIM Software AG, a global provider of reference data management solutions to the financial industry, and SFB services4banks AG, a Swiss-based Application Service Provider (ASP) and Busi-ness Service Provider (BSP) to banks, today announced that they have entered into a strategic partnership to... - February 06, 2009 - AIM Software
WorldSharp 1042-S Tax Form Preparation System for 2008 Now Shipping
WorldSharp Technologies, Inc. announced the 2008 Version of WorldSharp 1042-S Preparation System with Electronic Reporting is shipping. 1042-S is the Tax Form is filed for a Foreign Person’s U.S. Source Income Subject to Withholding. - February 05, 2009 - WorldSharp Technologies, Inc.
Chicagoland Sunbelt Announces Partnership to Help Individuals Finance Business Purchases
Sunbelt Business Brokers has partnered with Pendarvis Capital Group to help its customers obtain business financing. - February 05, 2009 - Chicagoland Sunbelt
Presensoft Launches First Real-Time Compliance for IntercontinentalExchange ICE & YellowJacket Chat
Industry IM Security and Compliance Specialist Extends Messaging Compliance to Industry Leading Energy Trading Platform. - February 04, 2009 - Presensoft Inc.
The Transition Companies Moves Corporate Headquarters
The Transitions Companies announces its move to a larger headquarters facility and offices needed to accommodate the company’s growing and expanding business base. - February 04, 2009 - The Transition Companies
CLLA Leads the Way on Federal Bankruptcy Legislation
Continuing its role as a leader in shaping commercial law and bankruptcy policy in the U.S., the Commercial Law League of America’s Bankruptcy Section has been actively engaged in efforts to modify mortgages rules aimed at helping debtors facing foreclosure. The CLLA is largely... - February 04, 2009 - Commercial Law League of America
Presensoft Inc. Named Finalist in 2009 SC Awards Program
Presensoft IM Policy Manager was named in the Best Instant Messaging Security Solution category of the Reader Trust Award competition, which honors best-in-class security products and services. - February 03, 2009 - Presensoft Inc.
Lack of Knowledge Retention: The Hidden Cost of Corporate Downsizing
Study: Despite Correlation with Positive Market Performance, Most Companies Fail to Retain Knowledge When Workers Leave. - February 02, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
RNCOS Releases a New Report - Booming Ukraine Banking Sector
RNCOS has recently added a new Market Research Report titled, "Booming Ukraine Banking Sector" to its report gallery. The report evaluates the products and services provided by the Ukraine banking industry. - February 01, 2009 - RNCOS
Experienced Entrepreneurial Lawyers Form Innovative Multi-State Law Firm
Beth A. Di Santo, Esq., Julia Cheng, Esq., Stewart G. Einwohner, Esq. and Amy K. Maliza, Esq. are pleased to announce the formation of a new law firm, Di Santo LLP, which commenced operations in January 2009 in New York, Florida and Italy (Affiliate Office). Di Santo LLP is uniquely positioned to offer the experience and sophistication of large firms in a small firm atmosphere. - January 31, 2009 - Di Santo LLP
OSIX Media Announces Daily World Market Updates at 9:20AM and 6PM US ET at www.osixmedia.com
OSIX Media delivers world market data, news and executive interviews to sophisticated retail investors over the internet. - January 31, 2009 - O SIX Media | World Business Broadcast
New Portfolio Suggestion Module from Macroaxis
Macroaxis announces Portfolio Suggester, a new portfolio optimization module that utilizes Macroaxis existing mean-variance optimization framework to present optimal portfolios in real time for several different rebalancing scenarios. - January 31, 2009 - Macroaxis Corporation
Calgary Mortgage Information Site Launched
Calgary residents now have another real estate resource and financial tool to use when looking for a home mortgage in Calgary with the launch of HomeMortgagesCalgary.ca. - January 31, 2009 - First Foundation Residential Mortgages
Zoo Entertainment, Inc. Announces Ticker Symbol Change
In connection with its previously disclosed name change from Driftwood Ventures, Inc. (OTCBB:DFTW.OB) to Zoo Entertainment, Inc., effective immediately, Zoo Entertainment’s common stock will be quoted on the OTC Bulletin Board under the new trading symbol (OTCBB: ZOOE.OB). This follows the... - January 30, 2009 - Zoo Games, Inc.
Dahabshiil Receives Djibouti Central Bank License to Offer Banking Services
Dahabshiil is pleased to announce that it has received the authorization of the Central Bank of Djibouti to conduct banking services, which will enable it to take deposits, and offer loans and advances to individuals, businesses and corporate clients. The bank will offer a wide range of financial... - January 30, 2009 - Dahabshiil
RNCOS Releases a New Report - Turkey Banking Sector Forecast to 2012
RNCOS has recently added a new Market Research Report titled, “Turkey Banking Sector Forecast to 2012” to its report gallery. The report provides extensive research and rational analysis on the Turkish banking industry. - January 30, 2009 - RNCOS
Start-Up Media Company Itechpoint, Inc. Launched AmericanPortal.com
After significant success with GetBestCoupons.com, start-up media company Itechpoint, Inc. has launched AmericanPortal.com. - January 29, 2009 - Americanportal.com
MB Trading Launches MBT University
MB Trading (“MBT”), a technology-driven, low-cost brokerage specializing in order routing in securities, futures, foreign exchange instruments, bonds, and options through various global exchanges, announced today that it has launched its new website with a new on-line training facility... - January 29, 2009 - MB Trading
Tracesmart Joins the British Bankers' Association
Asset reunification specialist now associate member of the BBA. - January 29, 2009 - Tracesmart Ltd
Park Avenue Group Announces Launch of News and Networking Site for Financial Services Professionals
http://www.financial4cast.com is a new internet site designed as a One Stop Shop for anyone with interest in the Financial Services Industry. This interactive website will allow millions of users to access the most current headlines, news worthy events, expert advice as well as career and... - January 29, 2009 - Park Avenue Group
FISC’s Loan Servicing Department Experiences Stunning Growth
FISC Solutions announces that their Loan Servicing Department has almost doubled loan volumes from the 2007-2008 to the 2008-2009 school year – from 487,912 in new loan disbursements to 948,366. Over the past year the student loan industry faced many challenges due to changes in regulations... - January 29, 2009 - FISC Solutions
FAS 157 and FAS 161 Webinar for Treasury Professionals Sponsored by FXpress Corporation
FAS 157/161 Complimentary Webinar for CTP/CCM Credits from FXpress Corporation: Join their panel of experts from Fxpress, Royal Bank of Scotland, Chicago Bridge & Iron Company in a candid discussion of FAS 157 and 161 February 19, 2009 @2PMET. - January 29, 2009 - FXpress Corporation
Crescent State Bank Sponsors Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Conference
Michael G. Carlton, president of Crescent State Bank (www.crescentstatebank.com), a wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation (NASDAQ Global Market SM), has announced that the bank will sponsor the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce’s Chamber Executive Women’s Luncheon... - January 29, 2009 - Crescent State Bank
Focus Management Group Appoints Gouskos to Lead Its Banking and Financial Institution Practice
In an announcement made today by J. Tim Pruban, President of Focus Management Group, Christopher A. Gouskos has joined as Managing Director to lead the business restructuring firm’s Banking and Financial Services Restructuring practice. Gouskos will be responsible for growing the firm’s... - January 29, 2009 - Focus Management Group
Career Direction Works - 100% Objective & 90% Accuracy
An innovative, web-based, career-identification tool compares your assessment results to the most successful performers in over 1200 careers. - January 28, 2009 - CareerDirection.com
Gloomy Pulp Markets Results in Falling Wood Fiber Prices in the US, Reports WRI
The fourth quarter was a gloomy quarter for the forest industry in North America. Every price indicator pointed downward, including prices of pulp, lumber, wood chip, pulpwood and biomass, as reported in the latest issue of the North American Wood Fiber Review. - January 28, 2009 - Wood Resources International LLC
Coface North America Names ARFactor, LLC to Represent Its Trade Receivable Financing Business Line for the Mid-Atlantic Region
Coface Credit Management North America, Inc. has named ARFactor, LLC as its sales agency for trade receivables financing in its Mid-Atlantic region. Michael LaRocco, Principal of ARFactor, LLC will be responsible for the development of Coface’s trade receivable financing services for small to... - January 28, 2009 - Coface North America, Inc.
Custom Direct Presents Its Team Excellence Award to the QA Work Standardization Team
As part of its journey to becoming a World Class Organization, Custom Direct started the Team Excellence Award Program. This year, the prestigious award was given to the QA Work Standardization Team for its outstanding performance in upholding the missions of Custom Direct. - January 28, 2009 - Custom Direct, LLC.
RJT Compuquest Joins the Business Objects Solution Provider Partner Program
RJT Compuquest, a leading provider of managed business solutions and system integration services, announced today it has joined the Business Objects Solution Provider Partner Program for software and service providers, a robust partner program that is committed to building and nurturing win-win... - January 27, 2009 - RJT Compuquest, Inc.
New Jersey Foreclosures Up Only .95% Over Q4 2007, and Down 34% from Q3 2008; Essex, Bergen, Union and Monmouth Counties Had the Most New Foreclosures in Q4 2008
PropertyShark.com released its quarterly report covering first-time residential foreclosures in New Jersey for Q4 2008. New Jersey Foreclosures were up only .95% over Q4 2007, and were down 34% from Q3 2008; Essex, Bergen, Union and Monmouth counties had the most new foreclosures in Q4 2008. Sussex, Union, and Passaic counties had the highest rate of foreclosures per household in Q4 2008. - January 27, 2009 - PropertyShark.com
Lombard Global, Inc. and Immobilier Himalaya Real Estate Corporation of Quebec, Canada Announce Strategic Partnership
Lombard Global www.lombardglobal.com, a growing International Business Consultancy today announced a strategic partnership with Immobilier Himalaya Real Estate Corporation of Quebec, Canada. Although the global market for commercial investment sales is down significantly overall, the middle market is faring much better. “We see this as a great opportunity to begin growing our formal international network of firms and properties for the underserved middle market (up to $50 million).” - January 26, 2009 - Lombard Global
Career Transition Network Launches Holistic Transition Services to Support Those Losing Their Jobs
Career Transition Network, LLC (CTN) launches holistic transition services to support those losing their jobs. CTN's comprehensive services model brings together a team of Certified Leadership Coaches, Registered Wellness Providers and Financial Consultants to provide personal transition services... - January 26, 2009 - Career Transition Network LLC
Despite Recession, Air Taxi ImagineAir Reports Record Growth
ImagineAir reports an increase in reservations and sales for 2008. - January 25, 2009 - ImagineAir
New Foundation Tackles Financial Literacy Issues
The Community Financial Education Foundation (CFEF) announced today that it will begin offering services and programs designed to assist consumers with financial education development. CFEF was created specifically to address the growing need for financial literacy programs within the broad spectrum of consumers desiring help in understanding and managing their finances. - January 25, 2009 - Community Financial Education Foundation
Community Financial Education Foundation Hires Executive Director
The Community Financial Education Foundation, a organization dedicated to increasing financial literacy across the country, announced today the hiring of an Executive Director. Miranda Harwell was selected after an extensive search process. Miranda joins the foundation from Talk PR, Inc., a... - January 25, 2009 - Community Financial Education Foundation
National Foundation Launched to Help Americans
To help turn more consumers into responsible borrowers, policymakers and professionals in the online lending industry are supporting this independent, non-profit organization to deliver educational resources to the industry and consumers directly. “There is a vacuum of financial education... - January 25, 2009 - Community Financial Education Foundation