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Business Intelligence, by Keith Girard

The Internet has become the latest tool for small business fraud. But all the fuss over computer security may be overshadowing the activities of old-fashioned scammers. Their tricks may be as old as the hills, but as P.T. Barnum once said, "There's a sucker born every minute."  ...  Read More

Small Business News

• BoJ, government clash over deflation response
  TOKYO: The Bank of Japan upgraded its economic assessment yesterday, setting itself up for a confrontation with a government pressing for a policy response to deflation and a possible return to recession.
• How to Find Mental Health Care When Money Is Tight
  IMAGINE this situation. You fall into a deep malaise . Friends say you need help, but you don't have insurance , and you worry that extra bills will only add to your malaise.
• From Leader to Laggard in 11 Years
  The American stock market has soared 64 percent since it hit bottom eight months ago.
• Panel Votes to Broaden Oversight of the Fed
  In a display of populist anger toward the Federal Reserve, a House panel voted on Thursday to let Congress carry out sweeping new oversights of the central bank's policy decisions and operations.

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Special Reports

• Welcome to 6 for '06!
  Meet the 6 companies working with AllBusiness.com to turn their business challenges into breakthrough solutions. And use the expert ... Read More »
• SMB State of the Union Special Report
  Small and mid-size businesses (SMBs) are facing the future with tremendous optimism. 75% expect business in the next six months to ... Read More »
• Preparing For Disaster Special Report
  Check out our articles and resources for help on contingency planning and disaster recovery. For many businesses, the aftermaths of ... Read More »