Banks profits meet expectations as Wells Fargo and U S Bancorp beat estimates
Wells Fargo and U S Bancorp posted solid fourth quarter results meeting Thomson First Call estimates. Wells Fargo earned 1.5 billion dollars or 86 cents a share, with revenue of 6.49 billion, while U S Bancorp reported 849.8 million dollars or 44 cents a share on a total 2002.
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Wells Fargo
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Pork label leaves Canadian hogs status in limbo at Iowa meeting
Iowa Pork Producers Association delegates debated whether Canadian born Iowa raised hogs should qualify for the U S country of origin label. They urged state and federal action to require 40 percent of daily hog purchases by large packers from cash markets. Some opponents warned of lost free market effects and challenged potential legislation.
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Iowa Pork Producers Association Annual Meeting
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Iowa
Gary Ledger
Washington County
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Ledger
John Hagerla
National Pork Board
Phoenix
Los Angeles
Houston
Hagerla
IBP Inc
Smithfield Foods
Tama County
Wal-Mart
John Kurslund
Humboldt County
Energizer to buy Schick Wilkinson Sword from Pfizer for 930 million
Energizer Holdings will acquire Schick Wilkinson Sword from Pfizer for 930 million, placing Energizer and Gillette in direct competition in razors and other shaving products. Pfizer had sought a buyer after acquiring Warner-Lambert. Pfizer stock rose while Energizer and Gillette shares fell.
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Gillette Co
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Warner-Lambert
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Unclear Plans and Hidden Charges Frustrate Consumers
A survey highlights plans that are hard to understand, bills with hidden charges, and customer service departments that confuse and delay customers, leaving many frustrated and seeking clarity.
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