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Matters Financial |
23 February 2004
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Japan's GDP Sets Fastest Pace in 13 Years
It has been so long since Japan lived up to its economic potential that the recent strength of the economy there is difficult to believe. The December quarter was up 1.7% from the previous quarter, and annualized, that works out to around 7%. Japan hasn't seen growth that good since June 1990. Still, it is a frail situation.. Click here to read more.
Hollinger Trial May Alter Corporate Governance Rules
Conrad Lord Black is not quite Rupert Murdoch, but perhaps that is because he started life as a Canadian who became at Brit rather than an Aussie who opted to be a Yank. The mess in which he has helped land his corporation, Hollinger, Inc., may have ramifications in every company in the US instead of just the media where Mr. Murdoch has changed America media. The current trial in Delaware may change the relationship of shareholders and board members. Click here to read more.
RIAA Sued Under RICO
The Recording Industry Association of America has developed a tough-guy image of itself by suing file-shares in an attempt to salvage record sales. Some of the file-sharers, though are fighting back. Michele Scimeca, a woman from New Jersey accused of copyright infringement, is counter-suing charging the RIAA with extortion and violation of the Racketeer Influence and Corrupt Organizations Act. Click here for our view.