2008

The Chinese Metals Industry – a Roundup of 2008 and the Outlook for 2009

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The Chinese metals industry – a roundup of 2008 and the outlook for 2009  The  year  has  been  a rollercoaster  ride  for  most  industrial  metals, culminating in sharp price drops  as  the global financial crisis gripped major economies. As the world’s  largest consumer and producer of metals, China’s demand was the main  factor  behind  skyrocketing  … Read more

The Top Ten Changes to Tax Law 2008

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Top Ten 2008 Income Tax Law Changes   By David Roberts     Every year for whatever reason whether it be political or an exchange of favors for lobbyists, our Congress adds additional changes to our already complicated tax law. Sometimes these changes are beneficial, sometimes they are not, but this article will briefly examine … Read more