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Mobile Banks Face Challenges In Africa Complex transactions and stringent regulations are just two of the problems facing this new sector. Wells Wins Rounds In Fight For Wachovia New York appeals court overturns order extending exclusive period for Citigroup to seal deal with ailing bank. Citigroup Blocks Wells Fargo Bid A court injunction gets in the way of Wells Fargo's plans to acquire Wachovia. Hedge Funds Learn To Say 'We're Sorry' After disastrous quarter, high-flying hedge funds apologize to clients. Citigroup May Have To Walk Away In the battle for Wachovia, the law favors the bigger offer from Wells Fargo.

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Treasury: Increasing auction sizes to meet needs (Reuters) Reuters - The Treasury Department on Monday announced it will increase the size of its debt securities auctions to address increased funding needs posed by the $700 billion financial rescue package signed last week. Governments act to stem crisis, markets shaken (Reuters) Reuters - More European governments followed Germany's lead on Monday offering guarantees to savers in a frantic effort to calm fears among investors over the worst financial crisis in 80 years. EBay to cut 10 percent of jobs (Reuters) Reuters - EBay Inc plans to cut its work force 10 percent and sees third-quarter revenue hitting the low end of its forecast, though profit will exceed expectations, the online auction Web site said on Monday. Credit worry set to sink Wall St. at open (Reuters) Reuters - Stocks headed for a slide at the open on Monday as concerns about the widening fallout from the credit crisis fueled a global equities sell-off and fears about a global recession mounted. Oil falls to 8-month low below $90 a barrel (Reuters) Reuters - Oil fell below $90 a barrel on Monday to its lowest level in eight months, pressured by expectations that the global credit crisis will bring a sharp fall in oil demand. Investors expect volatility as credit woes persist (AP) AP - The world's financial markets face an uncertain and possibly volatile week as investors await details about how the Treasury will implement the government's financial rescue package ? and watch for any further fallout from the credit crisis around the globe. Credit crisis adds to pressures on auto dealers (AP) AP - Hundreds of thousands of new cars and trucks that would have quickly made their way to people's driveways a year ago are now stacking up on dealer lots across the country, with potential buyers worried about whether they'll keep their jobs, be able to pay for gas, or qualify for a car loan. Family Dollar profit tops estimates (Reuters) Reuters - Family Dollar Stores Inc posted a higher-than-expected quarterly profit on Friday, helped by shoppers who spent tax rebate checks at the discount retailer and by closely controlling costs.

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NPR Topics: Business Mon, 06 Oct 2008 09:24:00 -0400

Bank Of American Settles Suit Over Bad MortgagesFacing a lawsuit over deceptive mortgage practices, a Bank of America subsidiary will modify tens of thousands of loans to help keep people in 11 states from losing their homes. Borrowers stuck with Countrywide Financial mortgages that they can't afford could see their interest rates reduced or have the loan principal cut. Bank of America purchased Countrywide in June, at the same time Illinois and California sued Countrywide. Wells Fargo, Citigroup Battle In Court Over WachoviaThe battle for control of Wachovia bank is tilting toward Wells Fargo. A New York state appeals court has blocked a lower court ruling that favored rival bidder Citigroup. Meantime, Wachovia is asking a federal judge to declare invalid part of the Citigroup deal that would have restricted Wachovia from considering competing bids. 'Credit Crunch' Chocolates Debut In BritainIn Britain, there's a new luxury chocolate treat. "Credit Crunch" has been launched to tempt shoppers looking for something to snack on during these time of economic woes. The fancy French chocolates are being sold at Selfridges department store. A 5 ounce bag costs about $7. Judge Blocks Wells Fargo Purchase Of WachoviaA New York judge on Saturday blocked Wells Fargo & Co.'s attempt to purchase Wachovia Corp. The judge scheduled a meeting between representatives from Citigroup and Wachovia for Oct. 10. How To Survive In This EconomyThe middle class is being hit hard by the economic crisis. Families and white-collar professionals are struggling to pay mortgages, buy food and put gas in their cars. Weekend Edition Sunday begins a series of conversations about how people are getting by in this economy. Melissa Parker, a woman from Sacramento, Calif., speaks with host Liane Hansen. The Race For Iraqi OilThe competition for Iraqi oil is gaining momentum. Later this month, Iraq will host more than three dozen major oil companies. All of them hope to bid and win the account for handling Iraq's massive oil reserves. Analyzing China's Exposure To U.S. DebtStephen Green, head of research at Standard Chartered Bank in Shanghai, speaks with host Liane Hansen about how the global financial crisis has hit China. China has close to $1.3 trillion invested in U.S. debt with up to $500 billion in agency securities. Sales Decrease For San Francisco Small BusinessesSmall businesses in a working-class neighborhood of San Francisco are feeling the pinch of the economic slowdown. Sales are down dramatically in many retail stores as consumers hold back on both big and small purchases. States Welcome Financial BailoutPamela Prah, a reporter for Stateline.org, speaks with host Liane Hansen about how the Wall Street meltdown and Congress' bailout plan is affecting the states. Some states are considering slashing their budgets and making other cutbacks. European Nations Contemplate Bailout OptionsEuropean Union heads of government held a summit in Paris to discuss their own plans for how to bail out their threatened banks. Unlike the U.S. plan, they plan to deal with bank failures on a case-by-case basis. Was The Bailout Bill A Good Idea?The bailout package signed into law on Friday was passed amid dire warnings that the U.S. economy was on the verge of collapse. Still, many Americans are asking: Was it necessary? NPR's Adam Davidson tackles the question. McCain, Obama: Two Takes On U.S. Economic WoesOn the campaign trail, presidential candidates John McCain and Barack Obama are both taking some credit for helping to pass the $700 billion financial rescue package. But the two men part company on what else is needed to revive the ailing economy. New Solar Cell Easy As Pizza To MakeThe iJET is a new type of solar cell that's cheap and easy to make, requiring not much more than a pizza oven, some nail polish remover, and a common inkjet printer. Australian scientist Nicole Kuepper describes her invention. In Hard Times, Higher-End Items Get PawnedBusiness is up at the Silver Lining Jewelry and Loan in Portland, Ore. Customers are selling everything from jewelry to television sets. The Oregonian newspaper reports that a woman even pawned her diamond wedding ring to help pay for gas and car parts. Week In Review: Bailout PoliticsScott Simon discusses the week's news with Senior News Analyst Daniel Schorr. Right now, the financial emergency facing the nation is "clearly" the overriding issue in the race for the White House, Schorr says. Also discussed: the VP debate.