Business Stories from June 21, 2011 (Change date)
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Fed acknowledges economy is growing more slowlyJun 21, 2011 11:00 pm - WASHINGTON — The Federal Reserve acknowledged Wednesday that the economy is growing more slowly than it expected. But it said it will complete its $600 billion Treasury ...
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Big recall of gel fuel for firepotsJun 21, 2011 11:00 pm - WASHINGTON — Just over a week after warning about serious burn dangers linked to outdoor ceramic pots known as firepots, the government on Wednesday announced the recall...
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Hot dog maker gets steamed at competitor, sues himJun 21, 2011 11:00 pm - A famous Chicago hot dog maker is steamed at a competitor. Vienna Beef is suing the owner of a rival company called Red Hot Chicago, accusing him of either stealing Vie...
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U.S. to oppose export bans, urge biofuels at G-20Jun 21, 2011 6:00 am - The U.S. will seek a “strong statement” criticizing bans on exports and will defend biofuels while encouraging ethanol from new sources at a G-20 summit of farm minister...
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Stocks rise for fourth straight dayJun 21, 2011 12:00 am - NEW YORK — Stocks rose for a fourth day straight Tuesday on hopes that a vote of confidence in the Greek government will help the country avoid a default. The vote is ex...
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IMF to tap Mexican bank chief?Jun 21, 2011 12:00 am - WASHINGTON — The head of Mexico’s central bank says that if he is selected to become the top official at the International Monetary Fund, he will work to increase repres...
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Florida woos Chicago Mercantile Exchange GroupJun 21, 2011 12:00 am - TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Gov. Rick Scott is trying to lure the Chicago Mercantile Exchange Group to Florida with a promise of lower taxes. Scott on Tuesday released a letter ...
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Home sales fall to 2011 lowJun 21, 2011 12:00 am - WASHINGTON — Fewer people bought previously occupied homes in May, lowering sales to their weakest point of the year. Home sales sank 3.8 percent last month to a seasona...
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