Archive for October 2012
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Economists predict Fed’s quantitative easing to last through next year
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke’s promise to help the economy until the job market recovers could force him to keep buying bonds until the final months of his term, according to a Bloomberg survey.
In a poll …
Read MoreSmall business owners wary of economy
A national survey of small to medium-sized business owners by Principal Financial Group Inc. found that although they are optimistic about the health of their businesses, they lack confidence in the economy.
Almost half said …
Read MoreWater rates to rise in rural areas and towns
Des Moines Water Works will increase its water rates to some Polk and Warren county users by 5 percent next year, it said in a news release.
The rate increase is based on infrastructure improvements …
Read MoreDice net income up 18 percent
Dice Holdings Inc. reported net income of $11 million for the third quarter, an 18 percent increase from the third quarter of 2011, the company announced Wednesday.
Earnings per share were 17 cents, a 31 …
Read MoreTechnology Association announces Women of Innovation finalists
The Technology Association of Iowa has announced the finalists for the fifth annual DuPont Pioneer Women of Innovation Awards.
A total of 59 finalists were selected in 10 categories. Winners will be announced during an …
Read MoreDes Moines Social Club gets another $150,000
The Fred and Charlotte Hubbell Foundation donated $150,000 to the Des Moines Social Club’s capital campaign to renovate the downtown firehouse.
The nonprofit arts organization is raising funds to renovate and move into Fire Station …
Read MoreWebinar speaker to give tips on ROI
Richard Crespin, executive director of the Corporate Responsibility Officers Association, will speak about identifying the management practices that deliver the greatest return on investment (ROI) and sustainability outcomes on Oct. 25.
The free webinar will …
Read MorePrincipal gives $3,000 to Civic Music
Principal Financial Group Inc. donated $3,000 to Civic Music Association, the arts nonprofit organization said. The grant will be used to support its 2012-2013 concert season and Partners in Music Education programs.
Enriching the community …
Read MoreDuPont to cut 2 percent of work force as profit slips
E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Co. slashed its annual forecast, reported a lower-than-expected third-quarter profit and announced 1,500 job cuts on Tuesday, bleak signs that demand for the chemical company’s lucrative paint and solar …
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