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Corporate Bankruptcy: Contrasting Canadian and American Approaches

In both Canada and the U.S., a debtor can commence full proceedings for restructuring, obtain a stay of proceedings by creditors and file a plan of arrangement, but there are many differences, too. Learn about the similarities and distinctions between these bordering countries.

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CNC Equipment: Lifeblood of Manufacturing Operations Still Declining

Used equipment values are depressed in response to metalworking facility closures, advancements in technology and a push for increased productivity and functionality. Learn more about the outlook for this vital asset.

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As global economy recovers, demand for oil will grow.

Changing corn and gas prices in 2009 were traumatic for this industry.

Tough competition and a recession requires casinos to bet on the future.

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Key Economic Indicators


Key indicator Effective Date Current 3 Month Prior Year
Unleaded Gasoline, Rack Price, Omaha
Dec. 2009

$2.60

$2.55

$1.68
Ethanol,
Rack Price, Omaha

Dec. 2009

$2.15

$1.69

$1.61

Key Trend: Rack price, which is the wholesale price or the refiner’s posted price, in general is a good indication of the gasoline price charged at the pump. While both unleaded gasoline and ethanol prices are increasing, ethanol has been increasing at a slower pace. The ethanol average was $2.47/gallon in 2008 compared to $2.24/gallon in 2007, and the unleaded gasoline average was $2.57/gallon compared to $2.23/gallon. View a chart comparing unleaded gasoline to ethanol from 1991 to 2009. Read AccuVal’s more detailed overview of how this indicator and others track with the current state of the economy.

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Why have slow-moving and excess inventory levels spiked?

Negative factors, added to the existing economic recession and restricted credit markets, has resulted in an “over–inventoried” position.

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