Dollar slides as euro hits record high amid policy stalemate
The dollar fell to a fresh four year low against the euro after a weekend meeting of top finance officials yielded no signal of action to curb the slide. The euro climbed to $1.3105 in Europe and traded near $1.3080 in New York. The dollar weakened to 103.43 yen after earlier slipping to 102.89.
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Eight million keep numbers as mobile porting grows
New York report shows nearly eight million mobile users kept their numbers after switching carriers following a one year old FCC portability rule. About 750,000 more people moved home or office numbers to cell service. The FCC notes actual uptake lagged behind earlier forecasts.
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AK initiates new honor for suppliers
AK Steel Corp. recently honored three of its suppliers. The awards, AK's first, were based on the value of the commodities and services provided. Honorees are Tube City of Glassport Pennsylvania for scrap steel and scrapping services, T.W. Phillips Gas and Oil Co. of Butler Pennsylvania for natural gas, and Universal Industrial Supply of Cincinnati for safety equipment and supplies.
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Barbie makeover signals midlife crisis for iconic doll
Barbie, aged 45, splits with Ken and explores shopping, surfing, and parties in Jamaica while pursuing a White House bid. Mattel revamps Barbie with Paul Frank fashions, a new fragrance, a musical, and a Blaine, aiming to regain youth appeal amid seven-quarter sales declines and Bratz competition.
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Holiday spending up as optimism grows and debt concerns ease
A fifth annual survey by the Consumer Federation of America and the Credit Union National Association finds 17 percent plan higher holiday spending this year, up from 15 percent last year, while 32 percent expect to spend less, down from 34 percent. Reasons include improved finances, more gift recipients, and overall economic optimism.
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