Apr 26, 2010

Marketplace for Monday, April 26, 2010

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Should current derivatives face reform?

by John Dimsdale

Apr 26, 2010

As the search for a bipartisan agreement on overhauling the financial system continues, a divisive new issue has emerged: Should existing contracts for derivatives be subject to the new rules? John Dimsdale reports.

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Hertz deal furthers rental consolidation

by Bob Moon

Apr 26, 2010

Rental car company Hertz is aiming to grab a bigger share of the vacation rental market with the purchase of the Dollar-Thrifty Automotive Group. Bob Moon reports.

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Is Wall Street different after Lehman?

by Jeremy Hobson

Apr 26, 2010

The Dow is within striking distance of the level it last hit before Lehman Brothers collapsed. What's changed on Wall Street since then? Jeremy Hobson reports.

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Publisher misses out on e-book rights

by Jeff Tyler

Apr 26, 2010

The works of late author William Styron are about to be published in digital form. But the author's long-time publisher won't collect the profits. Jeff Tyler explains.

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Coldwell extends homebuying tax credit

by Marketplace Staff

Apr 26, 2010

Coldwell Banker says it will make the government's first-time homebuyer credit an option for sellers participating in its "Buyer Bonus Sales Event." Professor Leonard Zumpano talks with Tess Vigeland about whether the credit made people buy homes, and whether Coldwell's move will help.

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Bill puts CEOs on camera in political ads

by Nancy Marshall-Genzer

Apr 26, 2010

Congress is introducing legislation that would require CEOs to make cameo appearances at the end of political ads they've funded. Nancy Marshall Genzer reports.

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A Muslim-focused entrepreneur summit

by Mitchell Hartman

Apr 26, 2010

President Obama is hosting an "Entrepreneurship Summit" of delegates from Muslim nations. Reporter Mitchell Hartman talks with Tess Vigeland about what ideas are forming out of the grassroots affair, and the challenges Muslim entrepreneurs face.

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Who's rolling with the pot truck?

by Rico Gagliano

Apr 26, 2010

Two members of a medical marijuana collective were cited for selling put out of a motorhome. The couple says they'll fight the citation. The Marketplace Players know a few people who hope they win.