Alisa Roth

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Mar 17, 2011
Japan’s automakers struggle to restart
Toyota extended its Japanese plant closures. Even as others resume production, the fallout spreads globally to factory floors and bottom lines.
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Mar 16, 2011
U.S. auto plants affected by Japan quake
In the U.S., Subaru and Toyota cancel overtime shifts amid uncertainty about their suppliers in Japan.
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Mar 15, 2011
Higher gas prices create political pressure
Senate Democrats fearing blame for rising gas prices could waver on support for Obama proposals on environment.
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Mar 11, 2011
Carmakers invest in efficient gas-sipping cars
Chevy's new Cruze Eco model is slated to get 42 miles per gallon. Is new technology for traditional gas engines the future of fuel efficiency?
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Mar 8, 2011
Oil price keeps setting post-recession highs
The cost of oil keeps rising, but it's the gas price at the pump that consumers should be worried about, and might snuff out the economic recovery.
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Mar 5, 2011
Obama urged to open U.S. oil reserve
With oil prices at just about $103 a barrel, some members of Congress are asking President Obama to open the nation's strategic oil reserve in an effort to bring down the cost of gasoline.
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Mar 3, 2011
Libya sanctions highlight sovereign wealth funds
Among the assets frozen by the U.S. are holdings of Libya's sovereign wealth fund. Such petrodollar funds have gained prominence in recent years.
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Feb 25, 2011
Middle Eastern brain drain hits home
Skilled professionals from poor Middle Eastern countries find the future is brighter abroad. But this brain drain is hurting poor countries like Jordan.
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Feb 23, 2011
Oil price increase will be felt quickly
Some countries will feel higher oil prices more than others.
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Feb 19, 2011
High food prices cause concern in Middle East
Rising food costs hurt poor and middle class people in the Middle East. Prices have fueled protests everywhere from Jordan to Yemen and Egypt.
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