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Pimco, one of the largest bond companies in the world hasn't been redeeming its preferred auction rate security holders. It's still working through the mechanism of how to get the money back....
While 75% of auction rate security holders have been able to get out of their investments (often at a loss) a significant percent are still stuck.
The auction rate mess is winding down but inquiries are moving forward. Today, Wachovia became the latest bank to be investigated over its auction rate securities practices.
Citigroup has agreed to a settlement with the NY Attorny General's office that will see it buying back about $7.5 billion in securities from individual customers, charities and small businesses....
Great videos, transcripts, interviews, timelines and more from Wharton professors that analyze and explain the subprime crisis and its impact on the economy.
The collapse of Sowood Capital is a good example of the perils of leverage.
Banks seem more competitive than ever to give away free gifts, cash, or other rewards to bring in new online customers. I think these deals might get even better if interest rates get lower and it...
One thing I didn't know is that its founders sold Starbucks in 1987 to build Peet's Coffee & Tea. Now Starbucks' market share is 70x that of Peet's. Another little known fact: Starbucks doesn't...
Humorous lesson on risky and high-flying investments.
With all this volatility,I have been trying to learn something about gold investments -- from folks other than those selling the stuff. I found this wikipedia entry helpful.
This is a really interesting article that I used as a source for my own college article. It's worth the read, especially if your going or sending someone to college soon.
Some try to make private equity out to be the noble knight, who frees the damsel from distress and ensures a bright future. I think it's more like the hormone raging gigolo who is looking to love...
article on investing in bank stocks
Here's an alternate way to invest your money. Couldn't resist posting this one.
FB 2.0 Trade - Emini SP500 This Blog is a real-time record of the daily trade events of the FB 2.0 Trade. Timely posts will show the buy and sell levels as they are established; they will remain...
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Type
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Interest Rate
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Institution
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4.76%
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EverBank
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2.53%
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Fidelity
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3.56%
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Corus Bank
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4.05%
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Corus Bank
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4.50%
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Washington Mutual
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4.45%
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Geauga Bank
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4.81%
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Discover Bank
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4.84%
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US Treasury
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3.50%
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Federal Home Loan Bank (state and local tax exempt)
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3.28%
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Northrop Grumman FCU
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4.06%
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Melrose CU
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4.22%
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Melrose CU
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4.32%
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Melrose CU
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1.83%
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Various brokerages
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2.01%
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Various brokerages
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2.38%
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Various brokerages
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3.10%
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Various brokerages
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3.84%
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Various brokerages
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