Daily News For April 23, 2010

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Today's Daily News

New Orders for Most Durable Goods Rise
Volatile transportation sector pulled down otherwise robust gains. Click to continue

Earth Day 2010: 40 Years and Going Strong
On the 40th anniversary of Earth Day on April 22, organizations and communities across the nation came together to celebrate, honor and protect the earth while promoting sustainability and environmental awareness. Click to continue

Eastman Chemical Mulls Sale of PET Business
Company also reviewing other 'strategic options.' Click to continue

Toyota's Debt Rating Lowered
Moody's said quality problems could hurt long term profits. Click to continue

FM Files Suit Against iGPS
Factory Mutual Insurance Co. and its subsidiary FM Approvals have filed civil action against iGPS in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida, Orlando Division, accusing the plastic pallet supplier of trademark infringement, false advertising and fraud, among other counts. Click to continue

Spyker Producing 1,000 Saabs Per Week
Company grows to 3,745 employees, up from fewer than 50 before Saab acquisition. Click to continue

Shorter-haul Intermodal Declines in Importance
Domestic intermodal equipment moving less than 1,000 miles accounted for 42% of total North American domestic equipment revenue moves, down 1% from the same period in 2009. Click to continue

Nucor Reports Jump in Q1 Earnings
Revenue surged nearly 40% to $3.65 billion. Click to continue

STMicroelectronics Posts Q1 Profit
Demand for products grew across the board. Click to continue

Kia Motors Says Q1 Profit Quadruples
Global sales volume soars 69%. Click to continue

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Start Planning for Risks as Economy Sputters
"Not all analysts are convinced that the economy has turned a corner..." Click to continue

3D TV -- Technical Marvel, Forecasting Puzzle
"there are several issues that could impact the adoption of 3D..." Click to continue

Top Ten Signs Your S&OP Process is in Trouble -- a Little Supply Chain Humor
"1. Your CEO pronounces it Sales and Oooops!..." Click to continue

Re: Harley Profits Drop 71%
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