Behind the Olympic Protests

Andrew Nathan, Columbia University professor and China expert, discusses the outcry over the Olympics in Beijing. He says the Olympics is a great opportunity for activists to speak out against China’s human rights violations. (April 11)

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Behind the Olympic Protests

Andrew Nathan, Columbia University professor and China expert, discusses the outcry over the Olympics in Beijing. He says the Olympics is a great opportunity for activists to speak out against China’s human rights violations. (April 11)

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Credit Woes Hurt GE Results

GE reported an unexpected 5.8% decline in net income on weakness in its sprawling financial-services operations, dealing another blow to global markets concerned about a U.S.-led economic slowdown. (Conference call transcript)

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Shaw Profit Jumps on Tax Gain

Shaw Communications posted a higher quarterly profit, as the Canadian cable and satellite TV provider was boosted by a tax gain and subscriber growth.

Mizuho Again Cuts Profit Outlook

Mizuho Financial slashed its profit forecast for the fiscal year for the third time, saying it now expects losses on U.S. mortgage-related securities to billow more than 40% higher than previously indicated.

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DuPont Lifts Earnings Outlook

DuPont raised its first-quarter and full-year earnings guidance, citing strengths in its agriculture businesses and rapid growth in emerging markets.

Genentech’s Profit Rises 12%

Genentech’s first-quarter profit rose 12%, but sales of its flagship cancer drug Avastin didn’t do as well as some analysts had expected.

Ethan Allen Points to Weak Demand

Ethan Allen issued a downbeat outlook, citing restructuring costs and weak sales of its home furnishings.

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