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Stocks fall in light trade as Toyota cuts outlook
NEW YORK - Wall Street began a holiday-shortened week with a moderate pullback Monday as investors recoiled at bleak news from Toyota Motor Corp. and drugstore operator Walgreen Co.
Activities:U.S. Markets
2008-12-22
Walgreen 1Q profit falls 10 percent on store costs
NEW YORK - Drugstore operator Walgreen Co. said Monday its profit fell 10 percent in its fiscal first quarter, short of Wall Street expectations, because of costs opening more than 200 new stores.
Nations:U.S. Source:(AP)
2008-12-22
New rule for health providers stirs objections
WASHINGTON - The Bush administration, in its final days, issued a federal rule Thursday reinforcing protections for doctors and other health care workers who refuse to participate in abortions and other procedures because of religious or moral objections.
Activities:Bush Admin. Source:(AP)
2008-12-18
Generics Are Gaining on Name Brands
Whether they sell cookies or cough syrup, makers of generic products are profiting in perilous times. U.S. sales of private-label goods rose 10% in the year ending June 28, according to Nielsen, compared with a meager 4% gain for national brands.
Source:(BusinessWeek)
2008-11-02
Va. pharmacy follows faith, no birth control sales
CHANTILLY, Va. - A new drug store at a Virginia strip mall is putting its faith in an unconventional business plan: No candy. No sodas. And no birth control. Divine Mercy Care Pharmacy is among at least seven pharmacies across the nation that are refusing as a matter of faith to sell contraceptives of any kind, even if a person has a prescription.
Nations:U.S. Source:(AP)
2008-10-22
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