Topic: Robert H. Smith School of Business
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The economic impact of hurricane Sandy
Gauging hurricane Sandy's ultimate impact on the US economy is far more complex than merely adding up insurance payouts and uninsured losses. Disasters can give the ailing construction sector a boost, and unleash smart reinvestment that improves stricken areas.
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Horizons AT&T and T-Mobile merger in jeopardy as Justice Department takes action
An AT&T and T-Mobile merger would mean 'higher prices' for customers, says the Justice Department, which is suing to block the deal. Is the AT&T and T-Mobile merger now a bust?
08/31/2011 05:06 pm -
Opinion Hyperinflation led to Hitler and Mao. What will China's currency manipulation lead to?
China's currency manipulation aggravates US politicians, but it could also upend its own economic gains. By keeping the yuan artificially low, China increases inflation to dire levels. Instead of whining about the policy, the US must emphasize this dangerous tradeoff to China.
03/01/2011 02:10 pm -
Obama's export goals: Will China trade be a sticking point?
Unless the US-China trade gap is seriously addressed, some economists say, Obama’s goal of 2 million new trade-related jobs will be unattainable.
02/04/2010 06:23 pm -
Congress near a Big Three deal, with strings attached
US automakers are likely to get $15 billion in federal loans, but lawmakers insist on industry restructuring.
12/08/2008 12:00 am -
Congress's financial rescue plan is first step
Democrats will use credit-crisis hearings this month as a springboard for more regulation next year.
10/04/2008 01:00 am
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