Planned Google stock split risks halting control for Page and Brin
The unorthodox stock split to preserve voting power could cost Google more than 500 million dollars. Page and Brin hold class B shares with ten votes each, while A shares lack voting power. Regulators and analysts note the cash compensation for C stockholders. the firm has about 64 billion dollars in cash but must pay by early July.
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FirstMerit unveils external transfer service
Akron based FirstMerit Corp introduces an external transfer service for consumer and small business customers. Transfers link FirstMerit deposit accounts with up to five external accounts via online and mobile apps on iPhone and Android. Recurring or one time transfers available after setup and confirmation.
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Fixer from C9 and Kelvinator grows with new goal
Lorain Medina and western Cuyahoga County service area for warranty repair by Expert Appliance Solutions or the appliance company. They fix dishwashers refrigerators washers and dryers stoves and microwaves. Gilchrist aims to add one service technician per year. Contact Rob Swindell at 329-7155 or ctnews chroniclet com.
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Alternative credit scoring tied to utility bills data eyed by lenders
Equifax and LexisNexis compile bill payment history to create a new score for credit card issuers. JPMorgan Chase and others did not comment while AmEx and Citigroup declined. The program aims to help millions with no FICO history access credit but may lead to higher rates. People can dispute negative entries. timely payments unlock potential loan avenues.
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McDonald s raises fail to satisfy labor critics
Labor organizers dismissed McDonald s wage hike as a PR stunt while protests aimed at 24 cities highlighted worker concerns. A NYC rally outside Empire State Building drew about 30 participants before police removed demonstrators. McDonald s says company owned stores will offer at least a dollar more than local minimum wage starting July 1 and paid time off, with average pay over 10 per hour by year end.
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McDonald’s USA
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National Employment Law Project
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