| Syed Abbas from Toronto, Canada writes:
However, the cost of the loan has become secondary to the monthly payments for most people. That 'payday loan' stores operate is proof that the cost is of little consideration to many people. Banks have a responsibility to ensure a return to their shareholders. For them to broaden their product range, especially when those products are likely to provide a higher return than traditional products, is understandable. The only way to control high-cost loans, whether that cost is in the form of interest or other charges, is by legislation. Posted 29/01/08 at 11:43 AM EST | Alert an Editor | Link to Comment .
Washington Mutual's 4th-quarter loss worse than feared: $1.87 billion
Beleaguered investors in Washington Mutual Inc., having witnessed a sharp deterioration of the housing market and credit quality, slumping earnings and a 72 percent tumble of the stock price, have been left wondering if things can get any worse. .
Could Bush Chips Be Profitably Used For Electricity Generation In ...
Namibia suffers from the overgrowth of bush, which is disruptive to cattle raising, the country's primary source of livelihood. VTT also developed the production technology for bush chips. According to the study, the production of chips for power plants is technically possible. .
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