Portage salesman tops U.S. car sales with 411 in 2000
Mark Michalek of Don Allen Chevrolet in Pittsburgh sold 411 vehicles in 2000, tying for first nationwide. His record rising since 1990 includes 345 in 1997, 376 in 1998, 397 in 1999. He emphasizes people skills and long-term client relationships over tricks. He aims for 455 this year and recently agreed to teach a two day sales seminar in Hawaii.
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FERC imposes West coast electricity price caps nationwide
Federal regulators vote 5-0 to extend California style price ceilings to 10 Western states including Washington and Arizona. The move aims to curb price gouging during emergencies while preserving market incentives for power production. Critics warn caps may provoke market manipulation or fail to refund past overcharges.
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Asian banks target Cupertino’s Asian community for growth
Asian Americans in Cupertino and Silicon Valley attract major firms. Charles Schwab Merrill Lynch and TD Waterhouse opened Asia focused offices with bilingual staff and language specific sites. Visual touches, feng shui decor, and culturally aware services aim to build trust and retain high income clients.
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Wall Street hits seventh straight tech selloff
New York stocks fell as technology shares led a broad market retreat with the Nasdaq closing at 1,988.64, its lowest finish since April. Oracle beat estimates but mood stayed cautious amid persistent earnings warnings and weak orders.
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