Archive for September, 2010
GM competing with Ford (NYSE: F) for a better connected car
The massive technological increase that has been rising over the recent years has made auto manufacturers take notice and improve on some additions to their new car models. Ford Motor has been integrating the hands free entertainment system into numerous models of their passenger car lines recently. However, most of the other auto manufacturers haven’t [...]
Dell (NASDAQ:DELL) Not Including XP as of Next Month
If you are purchasing a new Dell (NASDAQ:DELL) computer any time soon do not expect it to have Microsoft Windows XP as part of it’s operating system. Although Dell has committed to provide driver support for the XP operating system until the end of 2012, any computers shipped after October 22 2010 will not have [...]
Grab a Free Audiobook with Audible.com’s “Audiblepodcast.com/Rome” Offer.
If you’re interested in getting an audiobook of a title from the New York Times’ best seller list, consider taking advantage of Audible.com’s “Audiblepodcast.com/Rome” offer and get a free audio book of your choice from the world’s largest provider of audio books. Audible is offering a free 14 day trial in which new listeners can [...]
MozyHome Free: Get 2 GB of Free Online Backup with MozyHome
If you’re a home user and want to make sure that your files and documents don’t disappear if your computer falls flat on its face but don’t want to have to pay money to have your files backed up, consider taking advantage of Mozy’s free online backup service which provides 2 GB of free back-up. [...]
GE factory closes leaving two hundred jobless (NYSE: GE)
GE’s last factory in the United States that makes regular or ordinary incandescent light bulbs is closing this month. The two hundred GE employees that were working at the factory will lose their jobs when the plant closes. As quoted in Pittsburgh Live, Toby Savolainen, 49, is just one of the workers there that is [...]
Visa okay with minimum credit card purchase requirements (NYSE: V)
Over the years you have undoubtedly come across hand written signs in stores and restaurants that state a minimum purchase amount is required in order to use a credit card. What many consumers did not know in requiring a minimum purchase, the vendor is likely violating their merchant agreement which prohibits minimum payment restrictions. That [...]
Ferrari Literally Burning up the Roads
Ferrari, owned by Italian car manufacturer, Fiat has had their share of hardships during the past year. It seems that even the well-heeled are not exempt from car manufacturers recalls. The recent world wide recall of over 1000 exclusive Ferrari 458 Italia has their owners up in arms. The humiliating recall was issued after five [...]
Mozy Vs Carbonite: Comparing Two Cloud-Based Back-Up Sevices
If you aren’t already making use of a cloud-based back-up service, you should seriously consider using either Carbonite or Mozy to ensure that your data is protected in the event of a virus, computer hardware failure or a natural disaster. Both services are great and comparing Mozy Vs Carbonite, is essentially comparing apples and apples. [...]
Get a Free Audiobook with Audible.com’s “Audiblepodcast.com/Never” Deal.
If you think that you always have to pay to get access to titles on the New York Times’ best seller list, never say never. Instead, take advantage of Audible.com’s “Audiblepodcast.com/Never” deal and get a free audio book of a best seller from the world’s premier audio book service. Audible is offering a free 30 [...]
HSBC Advance Savings and HSBC Advance Routing Number: About HSBC Advance
If you have an interest in the HSBC Advance Savings account, HSBC is currently offering a 1.10% APY FDIC insured interest rate and providing new customers a free $75.00 Apple gift card when making a qualifying deposit. The account features no monthly fees and no minimum balance requirements. You only need $1.00 to open a [...]
Costco (NASDAQ:COST) Eggs Not What They’re Cracked Up to Be
Holes in the henhouse have sent stomachs churning and left Costco (NASDAQ: COST) egg distributors wondering how the defective eggs got to their distribution site. Costco farm egg inspectors had somehow missed the tell tale sign of a rat and mice infestation which ultimately infected the hens with salmonella and left a reported 1,470 people [...]
Dan Carlin Listeners: Take Advantage of Audible.com’s “Audiblepodcast.com/DanCarlin” Coupon to Get a Free Audio Book
If you’re a fan of Dan Carlin and heard him promoting Audible.com, a service which providers affordable online audio books, you can take advantage of the one-free audio book offer mentioned in the ads by visiting audiblepodcast.com/dancarlin. By taking advantage of the offer, you’ll get one free audio book from the world’s premier provider of [...]
Jury Orders Ford Motor Co (NYSE: F) To Pay $131 Million In Accident Compensation
Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) has been ordered by Mississippi courts in the Jasper County Circuit Court to pay accident compensation totaling $131 million to the family of man who was killed while driving a Ford Explorer. The 2001 accident involved Brian Cole, who had been under consideration by the New York Mets. According to [...]
SEC Settlement Finalizes Bank Of America (NYSE: BAC) Shareholder Fund
A November 12th deadline looms large for the Bank of America (NYSE: BAC) shareholders to file for their part of the reported $150 million settlement involving the Merrill Lynch merger which was secured by the SEC. The final terms of the settlement had been secured by a New York federal judge on Wednesday. The $150 [...]
Ford, (NYSE: F) GM, And Toyota Listed Moderate Gains In Sales In The Chinese Market
All three of the major global car makers, Ford (NYSE: F), GM and Toyota, posted mid-level or modest sales figures for August in China. This comes only a day after a state-funded institution noted that Chinese car-sales growth increase dramatically for that month. It was, in large part, due to government incentives to purchase smaller [...]
Ford (NYSE: F) Trying To Market New Police Explorer To ‘Crown Vic’ Crowd
Ford Motors (NYSE: F) has announced its plans to develop a 2011 Explorer SUV that is geared specifically to handle the work load of police work. The introduction of the new special model was a follow up to the release of a Taurus sedan police car earlier this year. The move is part of the [...]
Take Advantage of Audible.com’s “Audiblepodcast.com/GG” Coupon to Get a Free Audio Book
If you have an interest in online podcasts, radio shows or enjoy reading, you might want to take advantage of Audible.com’s “Audiblepodcast.com/gg” coupon to get a free audio book from the world’s largest audio book service. Audible is offering a free 30 day trial in which new listeners can get one free audio book by [...]
Unsecured and Secured Loans: How They’re Different
Many people that are attempting to manage their financial future effectively will eventually turn to a loan to obtain additional money for their financial needs. A loan can be used for many different things, such as purchasing expensive items, making costly additions or repairs to the home, or buying personal vehicles to transport the person [...]
Citigroup (NYSE: C) Officials Knew About the Subprime Losses Faced in 2007 According to the SEC
A number of Citigroup (NYSE: C) officials were aware of the bank’s rising subprime losses, according to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. When they settled with Citigroup, Inc over charges of misleading their shareholders, both CFO Gary Crittenden and investor relations-head Arthur Tildesley were charged, but other bank executives, according to a brief filed [...]
Troubled Asset Relief Program Funds at Work: 2nd Quarter Lobbying Costs by Citigroup (NYSE: C) Reaches $1.47 Million
According to a disclosure report filed with the House clerk’s office on July 21st, Citigroup Inc (NYSE: C) spent $1.47 million in the second quarter alone, lobbying the federal government regarding the financial regulatory overhaul. Last year for the same quarter, Citigroup spent 12% more, with $1.67 million, dedicated to lobbying the government. Meanwhile, Citigroup [...]
Pfizer (NYSE: PFE) Pulls Out of Agreement with Celldex Therapeutics (NASDAQ: CLDX) for Developing Brain Tumor Vaccine
Global drug developer, Pfizer (NYSE: PFE) returned the rights for developing and selling a cancer vaccine, rindopepimut, to Celldex Therapeutics (NASDAQ: CLDX), effective November 1, 2010. All development rights and commercialization of rindopepimut reverts back to Celldex as of November 1st. This announcement resulted in Celldex stocks dropping 36% to $3.05 on Friday, September 3rd. [...]
Amazon (AMZN:NASDAQ) Offering Deals for Moms
The latest promotion from Amazon (AMZN:NASDAQ), called Amazon Mom, offers users three free months of Amazon Prime (usual cost $79 for 3 months). In addition to the benefits of the Amazon Prime luxuries (2 day turnaround on shipping) there are added features such as discounts on baby products. To keep moms buying they will extend [...]
Mozy Promotional Code: How to Get a Deal on Mozy’s Cloud-Based Backup Service
Mozy has garnered a lot of attention from tech savvy computer users who recognize the importance of back-up. The service is also incredibly affordable and even free in some cases, eliminating the need to make use of a Mozy Promotional Code. You’ll be able to find some promotional codes, but the service is so affordable, [...]
HSBC Advance Online Savings Account Review
If you are in the market for a high interest savings account, HSBC Advance Online Savings Account is currently offering a 1.1% APY FDIC-insured interest rate and providing new customers an $75.00 Apple gift card that make a qualifying deposit. The interest rate is very competitive with other online savings accounts and the gift card [...]
Use Audible.com’s “Audiblepodcast.com/Imprint” Deal to Get a Free Audio Book
If you travel a lot, have a long drive to work or have a general interest in reading or radio, consider grabbing yourself a free high-quality audio book from the world’s largest audio book service, Audible.com by taking advantage of the “Audiblepodcast.com/Imprint” coupon. Audible.com is offering a free 30 day trial in which new listeners [...]
Citigroup (NYSE: C) Still Involved In Restructuring Of U.S. Retail Sector
According to a recent announcement, Citigroup (NYSE: C) has begun streamlining its U.S. retail checking account services. This means a wider selection of options for consumers, but also the possibility of higher fees while the bank struggles to strengthen profit margins in its retail business following the financial reform. The company has stated that it [...]
Citigroup (NYSE: C) Plans To Lower Fees On U.S. Banking Accounts
As part of a campaign to encourage customers to use the bank for their primary accounts, Citigroup Inc. (NYSE: C) has chosen to lower the minimum required balances on those checking accounts with the highest level of service. According to an e-mailed statement from the bank, starting on November 1, holders of Citigold accounts can [...]
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