http://www.startupbizhub.com StartupBizHub.com is a site for all novice entrepreneurs that can ask their questions and get answers about all kinds of businesses. en-us Copyright 2009 StartupBizHub.com. All Rights Reserved. 6/9/2026 2:19:22 AM 20 http://www.startupbizhub.com/ten-states-staring-at-looming-budget-crisis.htm At least ten major states in the US are now staring at a looming budget crisis as the country continues to feel the effect of the recession. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/three-million-acres-can-be-farmed-once-again.htm More than three million acres of bare lands in the United States were lifted from the farming ban of the US government, making it usable once again for farming. However, the economic and environmental repercussions of the program expiration may be more devastating to the region rather than its profitability. Wed, 4 Nov 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/north-houston-bank-shuts-down.htm The financial crisis hit and a Houston-based bank failed. It was shut down on Friday by the government as part of the nine banks closed by bank regulators. Shutting down North Houston Bank means that the recession is still covering the economy. Mon, 2 Nov 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/metro-job-market-falls-in-some-223-areas.htm A new study showed that metro job market fell in some 223 metro areas in the US as Americans who were discouraged by the recent massive job cuts being implemented by companies have stopped looking for another job. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/verizon-post-30-percent-drop-in-profit-due-to-reconstruction-costs.htm Telecoms giant Verizon, the second largest phone company in the US, posted on Monday some 30 percent drop in its third quarter profit or down $1.18 billion. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/walmart-eyes-positive-gains-after-cuts-slower-growth-rate.htm Wal-Mart is now eyeing further cost cutting in order for them to sell cheaper products to their customers around the world. Sat, 24 Oct 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/competition-among-restaurant-chains-tightens-sales-continue-to-fall-down.htm The competition among restaurant chains in the US even tightens as people holdback from spending too much on anything outside the comfort of their own homes. Thu, 22 Oct 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/windows-7-adoption-in-business-may-be-slowed-down-by-bad-economy.htm The set launch of the new Microsoft Windows 7 Operating System faces uncertain future as corporate clients has tightened grip on IT funding. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/wal-mart-to-open-online-store-for-health-and-beauty-products.htm In a bid to provide better shopping experience to its loyal customers, Wal-Mart, the largest retail store chain in the US, has launched a long line of discounted health and beauty care products in its online store. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/top-apparel-firm-af-files-lawsuit-against-beyonce-over-perfume-copyright.htm Abercrombie and Fitch sued singer/actress Beyonce Knowles over perfume label, saying that they have the trademark over the “Fierce” perfume line since 2003. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/volkswagen-eyes-two-more-brands-following-porsche-acquisition.htm German automaker Volkswagen said that it wants to add two more brands in the company making it a dozen marques under its belt. Tue, 15 Sep 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/retailers-focuses-on-consumer-needs-rather-than-wants.htm The US recession continues to burden retailers as more and more stores are being forced to go “small” as consumers piled up on their thrift habit, a new study showed on Monday. Mon, 14 Sep 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/slump-sales-forces-porsche-to-cut-workers-hours.htm Porsche, the popular sports car maker from Germany, said that they are now eyeing an 18-day shorter working hours for all its employees following disappointing sales in key sports car markets all over the world. Fri, 4 Sep 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/hyundai-ford-post-sharp-increase-as-us-auto-sales-boom.htm US auto sales in August boomed with Korean auto maker Hyundai and American automotive giant Ford Motor Co posting a sharp increase in profits. Wed, 2 Sep 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/wal-mart-sees-partnership-with-other-online-vendors.htm The Largest retail store in the US said on Tuesday that it is eyeing business partnership with other online store to give boost to its own online store called Walmart.com. Tue, 1 Sep 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/mobile-banking-will-soon-be-available-in-nokia-phones.htm Mobile giant Nokia Corp. on Wednesday bared plans to include mobile banking services features in its mobile phones that will allow consumers to send money, pay the bills, and even buy items with just one device. Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/toyota-to-cut-global-production-by-10-percent-or-1-million-cars.htm Toyota, the biggest Japanese automaker, announced on Tuesday that it will cut production capacity of its plants worldwide to raise utilization of idle production lines. Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/germany-pushes-for-1m-electric-vehicles-by-2020.htm The German government on Thursday officially announced its “national electro-mobility plan” which aimed to put some one million electric vehicles on its streets and highways. Thu, 20 Aug 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/three-charged-with-largest-identity-theft-in-the-us.htm US authorities on Tuesday said that more than $130 million were stolen by three individuals after conducting the “largest hacking and identity theft” case ever prosecuted in the country. Tue, 18 Aug 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/worldwide-mobile-phone-sales-drop-six-percent.htm The second quarter of 2009 proved to be disappointing to mobile phone makers as a new study showed that its sales dropped by 6.1 percent in the second quarter of this year compared to the same time last year. Thu, 13 Aug 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/recession-to-end-in-third-quarter.htm The current economic crisis hounding the US was said to hit bottom during the end of the third quarter this year. But economist remained pessimistic on the speed of the recovery said that it will be at a sluggish pace. Tue, 11 Aug 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/no-house-list-of-too-big-to-fail-institutions.htm On Monday, a key lawmaker, Barney Frank, said that legislators will not write legislation to create a specific list number of institutions that are “too-big-to-fail.” This decision was made even if the White House proposed the creation of such a list. Tue, 28 Jul 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/wto-says-trade-contraction-hits-bottom.htm WTO said that the Asian market is now making its presence felt in the economic arena as the worldwide recession began to hit bottom, experts from the WTO said. Sat, 25 Jul 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/worlds-largest-bookseller-launches-largest-ebookstore.htm Bookworms everywhere can now buy their books through Barnes and Noble, Inc's eBookstore. Thu, 23 Jul 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/survey-shows-recession-slowing-down-but-not-over-yet.htm The impact of the recession in the US appears to be easing but the National Association for Business Economics said that it is likely not over yet. Mon, 20 Jul 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/wal-mart-plans-to-put-green-rating-to-all-products.htm In an effort to pave way for the "green revolution", US retail giant Wal-Mart has announced its ambitious plan to provide a "sustainable index" to all its products that will reveal information such as what materials were used in the product, the amount of resources needed to make this, and its impact to the environment. Fri, 17 Jul 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/research-shows-netbook-shipment-to-double-this-year.htm As sales of mainstream laptops flattened worldwide, netbooks are making the most of it by shipping more than 32 million units before the end of the year. Tue, 14 Jul 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/unemployment-rate-indicates-weak-economy.htm Despite claims that the number of people who filed for unemployment benefits has dropped significantly last week, the large number of jobless, reaching to 7 million, still signify that the economy is still in its weak point and showing that it will continue to do so until late 2010. Sat, 11 Jul 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/oil-price-falls-amid-stronger-dollar.htm Around 49 percent of analysts said that prices of oil-based products will go on a downturn decline though 10th of July as the value of the US dollar increased. Mon, 6 Jul 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/massive-losses-prompt-bt-to-take-drastic-measures-offers-staffs-a-year-off.htm Some 15, 000 employees of Britain’s BT Group PLC, the largest telecoms company in the country, will be out off job in 2010. Sun, 5 Jul 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/volkswagen-bares-plans-to-build-first-electric-car-by-2013.htm Volkswagen sees future production of all-electric vehicles by 2013 as plans to make the new small family vehicle units was bared last Friday by company executive. Sun, 5 Jul 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/pc-makers-ignore-web-filter-cries-ship-computers-with-software-into-china.htm Despite decisions by China to postpone its Green Dam program and avoid possible trade war with other major economic players, some personal computer manufacturers did the unthinkable by shipping in PCs that has capability to filter web contents of the users. Sat, 4 Jul 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/investors-demand-answers-on-steve-jobs-health.htm Like any other normal company, investors of Apple ask to be given a clear picture and full update on the health and future role of Mr. Steve Jobs. However, these investors thought that they'll be treated again as dupes, given Apple's past omissions and deceptions on this matter. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/samsung-wins-infringement-case-sharp-tv-and-monitors-banned-in-us.htm Two electronic giants were battling over sales in the US, as both filed infringement cases against each other and both were found guilty of violating the Law. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/markets-cool-reaction-to-bank-bailout-repayment.htm Market reacted coolly to news that the nation's largest banks have the capacity to repay their bailout money. In fact, some experts say that this can be an indication of industry stability. On the other hand, traders think that this incident may widen the split between healthy and troubled banks. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/wal-mart-to-hire-22000-workers.htm Retail store giant Wal-Mart Inc announced it will hire more than 22,000 workers in the country before the year ends in an effort to boost its profit amid weak economy that is hurting most retail businesses in the US. Fri, 5 Jun 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/survey-says-oil-price-to-continue-rising.htm Research market firm Lundberg Survey, which conducted a nationwide survey that included 5,000 gasoline stations, said that unleaded gasoline price rose by 19.29 cents or $2.49 per gallon in mid-May, or an increase of 54 cents in the past 10 weeks. Mon, 1 Jun 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/survey-says-honda-beats-toyota-in-auto-parts-supply.htm According to a study conducted by the research firm Planning Perspectives Inc, Honda Motor Co has toppled Toyota Motor Corp as the biggest supplier of auto parts. Tue, 26 May 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/milan-seized-funds-of-four-big-banks.htm The city of Milan will sue JPMorgan Chase & Co., Deutsche Bank AG, UBS AG, and Depfa Bank Plc with allegations on fraud linked to derivatives’ sale. Accordingly, their assets were seized and their stakes worth $620 million (476 million Euros) were frozen. Aside from Italy, the U.S. government is also investigating similar suspicious deals. Sun, 3 May 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/global-trade-will-survive-recession-despite-protectionism.htm A former US trade official said that global trade will survive despite the existence of protectionism or the practice of restraining trades between countries and implementation of rules to discourage imports. Fri, 24 Apr 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/toyota-to-slash-price-of-e-car.htm With the growing popularity of electric-car, Japanese carmaker Toyota Motor Corp. recently announced it will cut the price of its popular electric-car Prius to $21,000 in an effort to compete with Honda Motor Co. Tue, 21 Apr 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/steelmakers-cut-output.htm After experiencing low demand for the past six months, steelmakers worldwide have decided to cut its production by more than half. Mon, 13 Apr 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/international-cooperation-to-end-recession-obama.htm President Barack Obama over the weekend called on world leaders to stand united in resolving the toughest global challenges, saying that mankind must remain vigilant in the face of various threats. Meanwhile, the US President has been discussing with European leaders to find a common ground to stop recession. Sat, 11 Apr 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/g20-urges-imf-to-inject-more-money-to-poor-countries.htm As poor countries are the ones mostly affected by the global economic slowdown, Group 20 which represents rich and developing nations around the world has urged the International Monetary Fund to lend more money to underdeveloped countries. Mon, 6 Apr 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/planes-pile-up-as-less-people-travel.htm Planes continue to pile up inside the airlines’ storehouse as more travelers postpone their business and vacation flights and prefer to stay home to avoid spending money as incomes become more dispensable nowadays due to recession. Sun, 5 Apr 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/50-million-blackberry-sold-amid-recession.htm Research In Motion Limited (RIM) which manufactures Blackberry smartphones posted $3.46 billion in revenues in fourth-quarter of 2008 as sales of its Internet-enabled handsets increased despite financial recession which hit the global economy. Fri, 3 Apr 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/world-economy-hit-bottom-bounces-back.htm Research said the global economy will not get any worst as the world has already lost trillion in trading stocks and millions are being displaced. With this, experts believe that people should now expect the economy to bounce back and experiencing slow growth after deep and prolonged recession. Mon, 30 Mar 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/no-spending-pledges-to-take-place---uk.htm The United States and Britain said it will not ask other G20 leaders to announce their spending pledges and public spending stimulus plans. Next week, G20 Summit, an economic conference which will be attended by rich countries from Europe, will meet in London to discuss global effort to address the looming financial crisis. Sun, 29 Mar 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/eu-president-criticizes-us-stimulus-plan.htm European Union (EU) President Mirek Topolanek criticized the US economic plans which include massive stimulus package, adding that excessive government spending may even worsen the situation. Earlier, President Barack Obama urged EU leaders to inject money to its economy to boost production and stop economic recession from getting worse. Thu, 26 Mar 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/world-leaders-prepare-for-economic-conference.htm With the looming global financial crisis, economic leaders from more than 60 countries will meet on April 2 in London to discuss solutions to various economic problems including high unemployment rate, slow market growth, lowering living standards, and credit crunch. Mon, 23 Mar 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/eu-leaders-say-no-more-stimulus-spending.htm Following the appeal of President Barack Obama to spend more stimulus money, European leaders said their government cannot afford more bailouts adding that there are other ways to address the looming global financial problem. Sat, 21 Mar 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/sony-to-trim-workers-bonuses.htm With the slumping sales and weak market, electronic giant Sony announced it will trim its workers' pay and bonuses starting on April 1. According to the company, this cost-cutting measure will be implemented for one year to cushion the impact of its massive losses for the past couple of months. Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/opec-plans-another-oil-cut-production.htm Because of the lowering consumer demand for crude oil due to economic recession, the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) is planning to cut its oil production from the succeeding months to prevent prices from plummeting. Sun, 15 Mar 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/toyota-plans-to-introduce-low-cost-hybrid-cars.htm In an attempt to compete with Honda’s cheap eco-friendly autos, carmaker giant Toyota said it will focus on creating low-cost hybrid models that will come at a starting price of $20,500, allowing more consumers to buy its products. Sat, 14 Mar 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/obama-urges-world-leaders-to-boost-international-demands.htm Even before the G20 Summit next month, President Barack Obama has urged leaders from developed countries to boost international demands in order to save the global economy from recession, adding that governments should inject more money to the economy so it will result to more production and higher growth rate. Mon, 9 Mar 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/more-job-losses-in-february.htm Because of the deepening recession, more companies continue to shed workforce which left thousands of Americans jobless. According to a recent study by the Labor Department, more than 651,000 jobs were shed in February, further pushing the unemployment to 8.1 percent which is the highest trend for many decades. Sat, 7 Mar 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/poor-countries-need-extra-financing---imf.htm With the ongoing financial crisis, at least $25 billion will be needed by developing and poor countries to prevent economic meltdown, according to International Monetary Fund (IMF). According to economists and analysts, the financial aid can help vulnerable nations from succumbing to deeper recession that is costlier to resolve. Thu, 5 Mar 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/eu-finance-ministers-discuss-global-crisis.htm Finance ministers from European countries convened on Sunday to discuss the issue of protectionism and other major concerns regarding the looming global economic crisis that hit most industrialized countries. Meanwhile, the finance leaders will meet again in April to discuss economic measures which can help the ailing global economy. Mon, 23 Feb 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/citigroup-inc-to-use-365-billion-to-boost-lending.htm US financial institution Citigroup said it will use $36.5 billion worth of bailout package to boost money lending, with huge portion of this fund going to home loans supported by government-backed mortgage lenders Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae. Wed, 4 Feb 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/slumping-sales-continue-to-hunt-car-industry.htm With the ongoing recession, automakers are facing grim future as sales are continuously plummeting despite implementing marketing strategies such as low price and incentives. Meanwhile, if this trend continues, many car factories will be shut down which can result to massive layoff, further aggravating the rising unemployment rate worldwide. Sun, 1 Feb 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/eu-warns-recession-worse-than-expected.htm The European Union (EU) warned countries to prepare from the long and deep economic recession that will spread in the whole region. Meanwhile, to cushion the impact of this looming problem, EU said that governments should adopt fiscal policy which can be overall beneficial for the economy. Tue, 20 Jan 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/consumers-spend-less-on-last-holiday-season.htm The year-end holiday shopping season proved to be a dismal period for US retailers who experienced slumping sales, prompting them to cut the prices of products in an attempt to persuade people to buy. But despite big discounts, consumers remained wary to spend money on doing their holiday shopping. Sun, 11 Jan 2009 12:00:00 CST http://www.startupbizhub.com/british-pm-rebuffs-new-bailout-proposal.htm During an interview, British Prime Minister Gordon Brown has expressed his plan not to allow another bailout for the banking sector, adding that there are other ways in which the government can help this struggling industry. Mon, 5 Jan 2009 12:00:00 CST