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Netflix's new problem
Netflix
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In addition to its quarterly report, Netflix said it expected to lose money during the next few quarters as it expands to Ireland and the U.K. CEO Reed Hastings said the investments would pay for themselves in the long run as the two regions improve their broadband capabilities. But analysts believe Netflix could be in a tight spot as competitors like Amazon.com
Ford going strong
After signing the latest labor contract, which will raise labor costs by less than 1%, Ford
But the company has a positive outlook. Since the crisis in 2008, Ford has been able to stay afloat without sacrificing itself to bankruptcy like its partners General Motors
Deutsche Bank hangs in there
Deutsche Bank
Around the world, bank profits have been plummeting as consumers demand less uncertainty and risk and the fear a second financial crisis brews. Deutsche Bank, which reported a loss of $257 million on Greek bonds, is among the financial institutions that will have to raise more capital to offset losses. Read more at The New York Times.
Apple's new venture
Insiders say that after releasing its iPhone4S less than a month ago, Apple's
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