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No Slowing of Mobile Messaging Services Growth in Tough Economic Times

added: 15-11-2008

With the global economy showing more and more signs of slowing down, mobile messaging growth will continue. In a recent report from ABI Research, mobile messaging services revenues will grow from $151 billion in 2008 to greater than $212 billion globally by 2013. Supply side drivers will be of primary importance for maintaining this level of growth.

Americans Fear the Economy Will Spur More Crime

added: 15-11-2008

More than four in 10 Americans are worried that the current economic environment can expose their families to crime, according to a nationwide survey of 1,000 people sponsored by the Chubb Group of Insurance Companies. Many survey respondents also indicated that economic conditions are causing them to reduce their spending on security systems and devices.

Americans Still Planning 2009 Overseas Trip Despite Economic Concerns

added: 15-11-2008

Although the recent setbacks in the world economy has impacted the travel industry, some reports show that Americans are still planning international travel. However, in this new economy controlling costs is a key trend for most travelers.

How Much Will Online Travel Slow?

added: 15-11-2008

Online travel bookings will total $98.2 billion in 2008, up just 9% over 2007, according to PhoCusWright. The company said that some online travel providers would fare better than others, with rail sales growing by 28%, while hotel bookings would rise only 8%.

Euro Area Annual Inflation Down to 3.2% in October 2008

added: 14-11-2008

Euro area annual inflation was 3.2% in October 2008, down from 3.6% in September. A year earlier the rate was 2.6%. Monthly inflation was 0.0% in October 2008.

EC Presents Energy Security, Solidarity and Efficiency Proposals

added: 14-11-2008

The European Commission has proposed a wide-ranging energy package which gives a new boost to energy security in Europe, supporting the 20-20-20 climate change proposals which should be agreed by December.

Euro Area and EU27 GDP Down by 0.2%: Third Quarter of 2008

added: 14-11-2008

GDP declined by 0.2% in both the euro area (EA15) and the EU27 during the third quarter of 2008, compared with the previous quarter, according to flash estimates published by Eurostat, the Statistical Office of the European Communities. In the second quarter of 2008, growth rates were -0.2% in the euro area and 0.0% in the EU27.

EU: Safeguarding Security of Natural Gas Supply

added: 14-11-2008

Natural gas is currently the second most important fuel in the EU's energy mix, representing roughly a quarter of EU gross inland consumption. Possible gas supply crises could have very high economic and social impacts. Therefore the EU needs to be prepared to tackle security of supply in an effective way.

Trade Unions Must be Part of any Solution to Global Financial Crisis

added: 14-11-2008

Working people, who will bear the brunt of the global financial crisis, must have a seat at the table and a voice in the discussions about causes, consequences and possible strategies to confront the current crisis. This is the main message to the G20 from leaders of the international trade union movement, representing more than 168 million workers around the world.

Executives Pursue Global Relocation During Uncertain Economic Conditions

added: 14-11-2008

The majority of executives around the world indicated that they are willing to relocate internationally for job opportunities in today's tumultuous economy, according to Korn/Ferry's latest Executive Quiz.

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