American Express Battles Visa and MasterCard Market
American Express expands its edge with rapid card replacements in 24 hours and instant credit checks. The firm touts imaging receipts for every purchase and strong service, though Visa and Mastercard still dominate US card usage with about 90 percent of the market.
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Corporate day care seen as stable investment for future workforce
Hiatt and Seibold argue on site elder and child care centers help retain workers amid rising work force needs. They cite 1995 New England job growth, aging population, and employer liability concerns while urging national standards for care as a public responsibility.
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Inflation jitters loom as investors fret higher rates
Chicago reports show inflation at 8.5 percent for Q1 with March prices up 0.5 percent. Economists debate whether the rise is permanent or driven by seasonal and profit margin factors. Analysts warn of possible Fed tightening while noting limited impact from Japanese fund withdrawals.
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