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Despite Economic Crisis, Consumers Value Brands' Commitment to Social Purpose

added: 19-11-2008

New findings from this year's goodpurpose(TM) global study of consumer attitudes reveal that nearly seven in 10 (68%) consumers would remain loyal to a brand during a recession if it supports a good cause, and 71% say that when they think about the economic downturn, they have either given the same or more time and money to good causes.

Americans Savings: Americans Tap Savings to Cope With Economy

added: 18-11-2008

As the economic slide continues into the holiday season, more Americans are making ends meet by turning to one of their last resorts - their savings. A new COUNTRY Financial survey shows people are tapping their savings more now (44 percent) than in July (43 percent), even after slashing their spending.

40% of Immigrants who Settled in the EU27 Were Citizens of EU27 Member States

added: 18-11-2008

In 2006, about three million foreign immigrants settled in a country in the EU27. These immigrants can be divided into two groups based on their citizenship: citizens of EU27 Member states (1.2 million persons) and non-EU27 citizens (1.8 million).

Bankrate Releases 2008 Gift Card Study

added: 18-11-2008

A new study released by Bankrate, Inc. shows that while Americans are expected to cut approximately 25% in money spent on gift cards, certain types of gift cards may see growth. Bankrate surveyed 24 gift card issuers to determine fees that come from major gift card providers as well as where consumers can get the most value for their money.

International Energy Agency Acknowledges "Patently Unsustainable" Trends in Global Energy Supply and Consumption

added: 18-11-2008

National and international energy agencies have long downplayed the statistics and significance of oil depletion. Finally, in Wednesday's World Energy Outlook 2008 report, the Paris-based International Energy Agency conclusively recognized the reality of "Peak Oil" and the magnitude and implications of large annual decline rates on the world's annual oil production.

Japanese Growth to be Negative 0.2% Next Year?

added: 18-11-2008

There was a bit of anti-climax in the news. It had been tipped by quite a few people, except it seems business economists in Tokyo.

Growing Hunger Crisis in the U.S.

added: 18-11-2008

USDA reported that 36.2 million Americans, including 12.4 million children, are food insecure. The Study paints a stark picture of the pervasiveness of hunger in our nation. But Feeding America, the nation's leading hunger-relief organization, warns that the actual number of Americans forced to skip meals and survive without adequate nutrition is even greater today, prompting a national appeal for help in feeding hungry men, women and children.

22.4 Million IPTV Subscribers Expected in Asia-Pac by 2013

added: 18-11-2008

Global IPTV deployments to date would suggest that a half-hearted approach to IPTV services has not been effective. Many service providers feel the urge to launch IPTV services as a defensive strategy to increase their "n-play" offerings with one more service.

Economic Downturn Has Had a Major Negative Impact on Americans' Ability to Pay for Long-Term Care Services

added: 18-11-2008

With significant losses to their savings and investments, and economists warning of a prolonged recession, many Americans are feeling uncertain about their retirement security and their ability to pay for long-term care services.

China's Notebook Computer Market in 2008Q3

added: 18-11-2008

CCID Consulting's data shows that China's sales volume of China's notebook computer market in 2008Q3 reached 218.7 million sets, up 34.5% year-on-year, with a decline in growth rate which could be attributed to the overall economic downturn and the Olympic Games.

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