Japan May Allow Tax Breaks on Profits Returned From Abroad to Spur Economy

Japan may introduce legislation that would waive taxes companies pay on profits returned from abroad, in an effort to help the economy emerge from a recession.

Asian Stocks Gain on Speculation Slump in Crude Oil Will Cut Energy Costs

Asian stocks rose, led by electronics companies, on speculation a slump in oil prices below $44 a barrel will reduce companiesa costs and spur consumer spending.

Democrats want a more assertive Obama

Democrats are growing impatient with President-elect Barack Obama's refusal to inject himself in the major economic crises confronting the country.

Deal sees airport work cleared for takeoff

The $16-million Whitehorse airport expansion project is back on track, following a deal between the Yukon government and the Kwanlin Dun First Nation.

Stocks resume slide on jobless worries

A period of relative calm on Wall Street ended Thursday as stocks tumbled in the final hour of trading on growing investor anxiety about the government's November employment report.

Top Story: Democrats: Obama Needs Hands-on Economic Approach

President-elect Barack Obama listens to a reporter's question during a news conference in Chicago, Wednesday, Nov.

Felix surges on $3b takeover talk

Felix Resources rose by the most in almost 20 years after a report that Yanzhou Coal Mining was in talks to acquire the coal producer for more than $3 billion.

Now is the time to review your asset mix

With the recent stock market decline, now would be a great time to review your current asset mix and perhaps rebalance back to your long-term target weights.

Bond: GAO criticizes Main Street Rescue Plan

U.S. Senator Kit Bond today criticized the Administration for their handling of the Main Street Rescue plan following the release of a revealing report.

Nikkei up 0.7 pct as defensives gain, banks weigh

The Nikkei average gained 0.7 percent on Friday, helped by shares of firms reliant on domestic demand, though bank stocks slid on fears about the potential fallout if big U.S. automakers file for bankruptcy.