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Lower Opel costs to help government aid
GM’ decision to scrap the sale of Opel rests on the calculation that the hole in its European unit’s finances is not as deep as feared. Governments should welcome the lower demands on taxpayers, writes columnist Alexander Smith. Commentary
Web tycoon thrives on portals, pig farms
He may be a billionaire, but soft-spoken William Ding, founder of Chinese online gaming giant NetEase.com, feels as comfortable on the farm with his pigs as he does in the boardroom. Full Article
Luxembourg to boom with onshore move
Luxembourg could draw hedge funds in their droves as European investors retreat from offshore vehicles and seek to rein in liquidity and counterparty risk in the post-Madoff, post-Lehman environment. Full Article
Blackstone posts profit; sees more deals
Blackstone Group posted a quarterly profit, topping expectations and reversing a year-earlier loss, and said it expects to do more deals following an improvement in the lending markets. Full Article
U.S. likely to keep media rules strict
Newspaper publishers and other struggling media companies want the U.S. government to help them survive the toughest times they have ever known, mainly by easing rules on how big they can get. Full Article
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U.S. to be more selective with carmakers
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Automakers can expect the U.S. government to be attentive to its multibillion-dollar stake in their businesses next year and selective in its efforts to reshape the industry. Full Article
Reuters Conferences
| Event | Date | Location |
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| Buyouts Texas 2009 | 15 Oct | Dallas |
| EVCJ Fundraising Forum 2009 | 3 Nov | London |
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