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Deals of the Hour / September 30, 2010, 9:43 pm

Mexico federation rejects demands from players who threaten to boycott future matches

MEXICO CITY - A dispute between top players and the Mexico Football Federation has escalated, with the governing body saying it will not bow to demands by 13 players who are threatening to boycott upcoming games. Led by New York Red Bulls defender Rafael ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-09-30T00:04:06Z)

Magic to offer Dwight Howard extension next year

The Orlando Magic will offer center Dwight Howard a contract extension in the summer of 2011, well before Howard can become a free agent. Magic general manager Otis Smith told the Orlando Sentinel during Monday's team media day that he will approach Howard ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-09-27T23:45:00Z)

Dollar Thrifty shareholders reject Hertz deal, means Avis offer still a possibility

CHICAGO (AP) — Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group shareholders have rejected a buyout offer from Hertz, giving an opening for rival bidder Avis Budget Group's offer for the car rental company. Hertz Global Holdings Inc. shares fell $1.12, or 9.7 percent, to ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-09-30T19:38:04Z)

Dollar Thrifty shareholders reject Hertz deal; Avis offer could still be in play

THE VOTE: Dollar Thrifty shareholders rejected a buyout offer from Hertz, with 11.8 million votes for the deal and 13.8 million against. THE OFFERS: Hertz was offering $43.60 in cash and 0.6366 shares of common stock of Hertz, for each share of Dollar ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-09-30T20:42:29Z)

Asian Shares Up; Bargain Hunting Aids Tokyo; China PMI Rises

SINGAPORE (Dow Jones)--Asian stock markets were up Friday, as beaten down stocks in Tokyo and Australia attracted buyers. Japan's Nikkei Stock Average was up 0.4%, Australia's S&P/ASX 200 was up 0.5%, South Korea's Kospi Composite was 0.2% higher and New ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-10-01T01:14:30Z)

Magic to offer Dwight Howard extension

Howard has two seasons remaining (including 2010-11) before he can explore free agency. But the Magic don't want to wait that long, and Magic general manager Otis Smith said "of course" the team will offer Howard a new deal, according to the Sentinel. "We ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-09-28T17:10:07Z)

Dollar Thrifty shareholders reject Hertz deal

Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Inc. shareholders rejected a buyout offer from Hertz on Thursday against the recommendation of the company's board. The rejection likely takes Hertz out of the bidding for the car-rental chain and offers an opening for rival ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-09-30T22:01:14Z)

Furcal calls it ugly year'; Dodgers beat Rockies

DENVER -- The smile disappeared from the face of Rafael Furcal, who repeatedly shook his head when asked about his season. "Bad year," he said. "Ugly year." Even after the Dodgers beat the Colorado Rockies, 9-7, on Tuesday at Coors Field, they remained ... (Source: Sacramento Bee 2010-09-29T08:04:54Z)

VeriFone Bids to Buyout Hypercom

Electronic payments processing company, VeriFone Systems, Inc. ( PAY - Analyst Report ) recently launched a bid to acquire all of the outstanding shares of rival Hypercom Corporation ( HYC - Snapshot Report ) for $5.25 per share in cash. Headquartered in ... (Source: Zacks.com 2010-09-30T21:46:55Z)

RPT-UPDATE 1-US mortgage rates at record lows-Freddie Mac

NEW YORK, Sept 30 (Reuters) - U.S. 30-year and 15-year mortgage rates either tied or reached record lows in the latest week, according to a survey released on Thursday by Freddie Mac, the second-largest U.S. mortgage finance company. While rock-bottom ... (Source: Reuters 2010-09-30T14:58:54Z)

York Water Co. reaches settlement on rates

Pending a judge's approval, York water rates will only slightly increase. York Water Co.'s president and CEO Jeffrey Hines announced Wednesday that he has filed a settlement of its pending rate case with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission. For the ... (Source: York Dispatch Online 2010-09-30T02:20:07Z)

30-year mortgage rates back at record low

(Reuters) - U.S. 30-year and 15-year mortgage rates tied or reached record lows in the latest week, according to a survey released Thursday by Freddie Mac, the second-largest U.S. mortgage finance company. While rock-bottom rates offer a glimmer of hope ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-09-30T14:15:57Z)

Mortgage rates at record lows: Freddie Mac

NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. 30-year and 15-year mortgage rates either tied or reached record lows in the latest week, according to a survey released on Thursday by Freddie Mac, the second-largest U.S. mortgage finance company. While rock-bottom rates offer a ... (Source: Reuters 2010-09-30T14:51:44Z)

UPDATE: Asian Shares Mostly Up; Bargain Hunting Aids Tokyo

SINGAPORE (Dow Jones)--Asian stock markets were mostly higher Friday, with some beaten down stocks in Tokyo attracting buyers amid hopes the Bank of Japan will announce additional monetary easing measures to support the economy at its policy meet next week ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-10-01T04:06:18Z)

UPDATE 3-ABB units plead guilty over bribes to win deals

WASHINGTON, Sept 29 (Reuters) - Two units of Swiss engineering company ABB Ltd ( ABBN.VX ) pleaded guilty to paying bribes to win multimillion dollar contracts in Iraq and Mexico and agreed to pay more than $58 million in fines, the U.S. Justice Department ... (Source: Reuters 2010-09-29T23:56:57Z)

York Water to offer $15M in bonds to pay short-term debt

The York Water Co. plans to offer about $15 million in bonds in the coming days to help pay off short-term debt, said President and CEO Jeffrey R. Hines. Proceeds from selling the bonds will go toward paying off lines of credit the York-based water utility ... (Source: Central Penn Business Journal 2010-09-30T13:54:28Z)

Swiss company ABB's US unit charged with conspiracy to violate anti-bribery law in Mexico

WASHINGTON - The Justice Department has charged two subsidiaries of Swiss company ABB Ltd. with conspiracy to violate an anti-bribery law in deals with the Iraqi government under former dictator Saddam Hussein and with a state-owned utility in Mexico. ABB ... (Source: Macleans 2010-09-29T23:21:09Z)

Tyco Electronics Earnings Conference Call (Q4 2010)

Tyco Electronics Ltd. provides engineered electronic components, network solutions, specialty products, and undersea telecommunication systems. Its Electronic Components segment supplies passive electronic components, which include connectors and ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-09-30T11:52:47Z)

Dodgers eliminate Rockies from playoff race

DENVER - Troy Tulowitzki slammed his helmet in disgust and impaled the handle of his broken bat into the ground behind home plate. The bat stayed in the ground as he walked off the field after striking out to end the game, knowing his Colorado Rockies are ... (Source: Long Beach Press-Telegram 2010-09-29T05:56:03Z)

DOJ charges 2 subsidiaries of Swiss company in deals with oil-for-food program, Mexico utility

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department has charged two subsidiaries of Swiss company ABB Ltd. with conspiracy to violate an anti-bribery law in deals with the Iraqi government under Saddam Hussein and with a state-owned utility in Mexico. ABB Ltd ... (Source: FOX6Now.com Milwaukee 2010-09-29T21:55:16Z)

Asian stocks rise as China manufacturing jumps

Asian stock markets rose Friday as stronger growth in China's manufacturing suggested the world's No. 2 economy isn't slowing as sharply as feared. Wall Street, meanwhile, chalked up its best September in 71 years even after key indexes ended the month on ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-10-01T03:30:31Z)

Orlando Magic and NBA News: Thursday, Sept. 30

When Stan Van Gundy visited Dwight Howard in Atlanta this summer, he flew up from Orlando then took the metro train to his lunch spot with Howard. How many other NBA coaches would ride the MARTA? "None," Howard said. That's the type of dedication Van ... (Source: ProBasketballNews.com 2010-09-30T14:30:16Z)

UPDATE 9-Ecuador's Correa attacked, says opponents plot coup

QUITO, Sept 30 (Reuters) - Renegade police attacked Ecuadorean President Rafael Correa in anti-austerity protests on Thursday and surrounded the hospital where he was treated as he accused his opponents of trying to topple him in a coup. "I'll leave here ... (Source: Reuters 2010-10-01T00:02:55Z)

Dodgers Eliminate Rockies From Playoffs

DENVER (AP) - Casey Blake homered twice, Rafael Furcal had two triples and the Los Angeles Dodgers put the Colorado Rockies on the brink of playoff elimination with a 9-7 win Tuesday night. DENVER (AP) - Casey Blake homered twice, Rafael Furcal had two ... (Source: KOLO TV Reno 2010-09-29T05:41:44Z)

Factbox: Ecuador and its President Rafael Correa

QUITO (Reuters) - Unrest erupted in Ecuador on Thursday with soldiers taking the main airport and police protesting in the streets while President Rafael Correa considered whether to dissolve a deadlocked Congress. Here are some facts about Correa and ... (Source: Reuters 2010-10-01T01:57:27Z)

Correa Freed by Troops in Battle With Protesting Ecuador Police

Sept. 30 (Bloomberg) -- Ecuadorean President Rafael Correa was freed by security forces amid gunfire after protesters and police massed around a hospital building in a bid to keep him inside, state television reported. At least one person died in clashes ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-10-01T03:37:40Z)

Marquez allegedly leading Mexico player rebellion

MEXICO CITY (AP) -- Mexico World Cup captain Rafael Marquez has been named as the leader of 13 players who have reportedly asked not to be selected for the national side until there is a change in attitude at the Mexican Football Federation. Mexican ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-09-28T20:44:52Z)

New Report: Medical Equipment Monthly Deals Analysis: M&A and Investments Trends ...

PRLog (Press Release) – Sep 30, 2010 – GlobalData's "Medical Equipment Monthly Deals Analysis: M&A and Investments Trends - September 2010" report is an essential source of data and trend analysis on the mergers and acquisitions (M&As) and financings ... (Source: PRLog (free press release) 2010-09-30T21:54:04Z)

York Water Co. rate increase cut in half by settlement

Pending a judge's approval, York water rates will only slightly increase. York Water Co. president and CEO Jeffrey Hines announced Wednesday that he has filed a settlement of the company's pending rate case with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission ... (Source: York Dispatch Online 2010-09-30T10:48:21Z)

Soccer-Mexico players threaten boycott after party punishments

Mexico players led by World Cup captain Rafael Marquez have threatened to boycott the national team after being punished for holding an unauthorised party. In a letter to Mexican Football Federation (FMF) senior officials, the players said they objected to ... (Source: Yahoo! Eurosport 2010-09-28T20:30:33Z)

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