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Lay-Off Index Drops

Washington, DC, August 1, 2006--Major U.S. employers announced the fewest number of job cuts in six years during July, according to a monthly tally compiled by outplacement firm Challenger Gray & Christmas.

Sears Canada Posts Higher 2Q Earnings

Toronto, Ontario, July 27, 2006--Sears Canada in the middle of a battle between its U.S. parent Sears Holdings and minority shareholders over its buyout, posted a higher second-quarter profit on Wednesday.

Pulte Homes 2Q Earnings Off

Bloomfield Hills, MI, July 27, 2006--Pulte Homes Inc., after the closing bell Wednesday, said its earnings in the second quarter slipped 20% from the year-ago period as the company navigates a decelerating U.S. housing market.

Chicago Fed Index Up in June

Chicago, IL, July 26, 2006--The Chicago Fed National Activity Index was +0.34 in June, up from –0.14 in May. Three of the four broad categories of indicators made positive contributions to the index.

Your Favorite Color Changes

Las Vegas, NV, July 26, 2006--When it comes to answering the question, “What is your favorite color?” Americans may shift from past preferences, according to Christine Chow, Director of Membership for the New York-based Color Association of the United Sta