German economic outlook brighter for 3rd month post-shutdown
FRANKFURT, Germany — An important indicator of the German business outlook rose in July for the third month in a row as economic activity continues…
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Biz Buzz: Eatery undergoes renovation; Boscobel business changes hands; resort unveils new amenities
Biz Buzz shares business tidbits from around the tri-state area. This week, we highlight developments in Dyersville, Iowa, Boscobel, Wis. and Galena, Ill. A lengthy…
Cuba City native enjoys ‘personal connection’ as local funeral home owner
CUBA CITY, Wis. — A familiar face has taken the reins at a Cuba City funeral home. Kevin and Diane Casey retired from Casey Funeral…
Your money: Car loan borrowers face challenges getting economic relief
Up to $600 extra per week in unemployment benefits during the COVID-19 economic meltdown plugged a lot of holes in everyday budgets. Yet as the…
US new home sales jump 13.8% in June
WASHINGTON — Sales of new homes rose a sharp 13.8% in June, the second straight increase after two months when sales plunged as the country…
Goldman Sachs $3.9 billion settlement with Malaysia over 1MDB
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — Goldman Sachs has reached a $3.9 billion settlement with Malaysia over the 1MDB sovereign wealth fund that was used to launder…
Garmin fitness tracking service goes down, frustrating users
LONDON — GPS device-maker Garmin’s online fitness tracking service has gone down, leaving runners and cyclists struggling to upload data from their latest workouts. Garmin…
American Express: 2nd quarter earnings snapshot
NEW YORK — American Express Co. today reported second-quarter profit of $257 million. The company said it had net income of 29 cents per share….
Verizon: 2nd quarter earnings snapshot
NEW YORK — Verizon Communications today reported second-quarter net income of $4.7 billion. On a per-share basis, the company said it had profit of $1.13….
US long-term mortgage rates rise; 30-year at 3.01%
WASHINGTON — Average rates on long-term mortgages rose this week for the first time since June 25, after weeks of marking new record lows. Mortgage…