GM bondholders reject 10 percent stake offer in bankruptcy plan
GM bondholders rejected the proposed 10 percent equity swap, saying they deserved about 58 percent of the company in exchange for their $27 billion debt. The rejection sets up a high likelihood of Chapter 11 filing before the government deadline and would mark the largest industrial bankruptcy in U.S. history.
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Chrysler seeks Fiat merger in bankruptcy court showdown
In New York, Chrysler LLC defends selling most assets to Fiat to avoid liquidation. The deal aims to create a leaner firm able to build fuel efficient cars, with a June 15 deadline risking Fiat backing out. Court packed with officials, dealers, retirees, and pension funds pressing objections as Tom Lasorda testifies.
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Bargain buyers lift housing market amid foreclosures surge
The National Association of Realtors reports a 2.9 percent rise in April home sales to 4.68 million annual rate, driven by bargain-priced foreclosures. High end markets stagnate as mortgage access remains tight and overall unsold inventory grows near 4 million with 10 months of supply.
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Saudis oppose OPEC cut as prices rise to six month highs
Saudi Arabia signaled no production reduction ahead of the OPEC meeting. Oil held near $63 a barrel with July delivery at $62.84 in Europe amid expectations demand from Asia and a recovering U S economy could push prices higher. Jose Maria Botelho de Vasconcelos said briefs consultations were likely.
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