China firm preparing for Apple iPad talks: Lawyer

A Chinese firm involved in a trademark row with Apple over the iPad name is preparing for talks with the US technology giant.

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US payroll tax-cut extension hits new hurdle

Lead U.S. congressional negotiators on Wednesday reached a sweeping tax-cut deal, but Republicans refused to immediately sign off on it.

The Economic Times

Stay away from telecom at current valuations: P Phani Sekhar

I am not too enthusiastic on entering this sector at these valuations.

The Economic Times

Rupee up 32 paise against dollar in early trade

The rupee strengthened by 32 paise to 51.05 per dollar on the Interbank Foreign Exchange market in early trade today, supported by continued foreign fund inflows.

The Economic Times

Elections important for Anil Ambani, Manoj Gaur, Subrata Roy, Kushagra Bajaj

Elections important for Anil Ambani, Manoj Gaur, Subrata Roy, Kushagra BajajPolitical shifts in UP can make or break big biz groups. These industrialists, close to either Mulayam or Mayawati, have much at stake in these polls.

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Analysts expect gold to hit record high in 2012: Survey

Analysts expect gold to hit record high in 2012: SurveyAnalysts expect gold prices to rise for a 12th year in a row and to reach a record high in 2012, but are less optimistic for silver and platinum.

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2012 cheer! Manufacturing activity surges to a 6-month high in December

2012 cheer! Manufacturing activity surges to a 6-month high in DecemberManufacturing in India is expanding, just as factory activity in developed economies across the world is contracting. China data shows the sector likely shrank.

The Economic Times

Investors lose Rs 20 lakh crore in stocks this year

Investors lose Rs 20 lakh crore in stocks this yearIn a departure from big gains in past 2 years, investors saw their wealth eroded as equities tanked because of inflation & uncertain global environment.

The Economic Times

Lessons from E Sreedharan’s life for CEOs, managers & policymakers

Lessons from E Sreedharan’s life for CEOs, managers & policymakersET takes a close look at the career of soon-to-retire Delhi Metro chief and breaks down that fascinating story into learnings for everyone.