Oct 18, 2011

Marketplace Morning Report for Tuesday, October 18, 2011

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Mid-day Extra: Saying "adios" to a Mexican food great

by Marketplace Staff

Oct 18, 2011

The parent company of El Torito and Chevys Fresh Mex declared bankruptcy earlier this month. But it left a legacy of bringing a regional cuisine to the rest of the country.

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Juli Niemann: What slowing growth in China means for us

by Juli Niemann

Oct 18, 2011

Juli Niemann, analyst with Smith, Moore, and Company, explains why even at over 9 percent growth, China -- and thus the rest of the world -- could be in trouble.

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Music sales still strong for holiday albums

by Adriene Hill

Oct 18, 2011

The one bright spot for the music industry continues to be the holiday album, which make for good tangible gifts and boost visibility for artists.

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The costs of tearing down abandoned homes

by Jeff Tyler

Oct 18, 2011

Banks are looking into taking foreclosed and abandoned houses off of their balance sheets by demolishing them. What are the costs involved?

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Research in Motion tries to go after developers

by Steve Henn

Oct 18, 2011

In order to keep up with Apple and the iPhone, RIM and Blackberry will need to get developers on board.

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NBA players and owners to meet again

by Sally Herships

Oct 18, 2011

If the latest effort to reach a revenue-sharing agreement fails, NBA games could be canceled through the end of the year.

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Moody's warns France with possible debt downgrade

by Marketplace Staff

Oct 18, 2011

France's coveted AAA rating could be in danger if it makes the wrong decision in dealings with Greece and other troubled European nations.

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Commercial real estate recovery trails job market

by Marketplace Staff

Oct 18, 2011

One commercial real estate expert explains that while the worst may be over, it could take two years for empty office and business spaces to be filled.