| U.S. financial reform moves step closer A U.S. bill to increase regulation of Wall Street took another step towards passage as a second Republican senator said he would support the legislation after all. cbc.ca |
Dollar shows its robust side at noon THE dollar was higher at noon after dipping slightly on soft retail and building approvals data late this morning. news.com.au |
Ford Fiesta earns top safety pick award The 2011 Ford Fiesta has been chosen as the top safety pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. cbc.ca |
Airline industry rebounding: IATA Global airlines have rebounded faster than expected from the recession after losing nearly $26 billion US over 2008 and 2009, the industry association says. cbc.ca |
Consumer sentiment rises on rate pause CONSUMER confidence rose in October after the Reserve Bank's surprise decision not to lift its benchmark interest rate. news.com.au |