Banks face rising bad loans as credit fears grow
Banks nationwide see worsening loan performance as economic growth slows and charge-offs rise. Analysts warn a potential credit crunch could curb lending, while regulators urge restrained tightening. Bank of America and other giants face downgrades amid sprawling syndicated loans and troubled borrowers, with Greenspan urging caution.
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Providence Educational Seminars launches LLC and seminars
Providence Educational Seminars forms Educational Seminars LLC led by H Russell Thompson CLU ChFC with Thompson Insurance Agency background in Frederick for 29 years. C Merediethe Adams Jr CLU fopssiee Ynmee bose te pee financial meat seminars for corporations churches and civic groups. Adams notes focus on guiding asset growth from 401k to education while offering expert connections. For more information call 301-631-0185. Nationwide Services line listed as 201-662-0240.
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Genes and complexity rival plants in gene count debate
A Hudson era science note surveys estimates for human and plant gene counts. Humans may have 77 462 to 153 478 genes versus 35 500 in Arabidopsis thaliana. The piece notes complexity arises from regulation and cellular context, not merely gene number. It also mentions HUD grant totals of 134 600 to 1 000 000 000 dollars and specific awards to Heartly House and Advocates for Home Less Families.
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Ground broken for TNT warehouse at Stanford Industrial Park
Rapport Companies broke ground at Stanford Industrial Park near Mountville Road for a 33,000 square foot TNT Services Group warehouse and office center. NE Coe G, a five year old building services firm, serves Maryland Virginia and DC. Owners James and Don Tarleton cite easy highway access as key. Completion expected in June. Ruppert Properties plans mid size build to suit and storage lots on a 70 acre site with 18 lots.
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Fitzgerald & Matan Real Estate
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Instant messaging battle mirrors VHS Betamax clash
Washington AP reports a fight among instant messaging services, likened to VHS versus Betamax. AOL faces scrutiny to open interoperability while rivals urge cross service compatibility as messaging expands to mobile and personal devices.
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Tokyo market higher on Monday
Tokyo markets closed higher on Monday with gains led by top exporters as trading activity improved. Investors chased several promotions and fresh earnings outlooks while the dollar steadied against major peers in early Asia trading.
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