One university's off campus program has had little impact on business profitsCR80NewsThe off campus program of Washington University, St. Louis, has had little effect on sales, according to the school's student newspaper. Called Bear Bucks, the program is used off campus at local eateries and, most recently, a yogurt shop.

Low Tax, High ProfitsMotley Fool UKJohn Wolfgang, chairman of UHY, remarks: "The difference between countries in the amount of tax they take from business profits is quite staggering." This is a particularly useful study for investors because it looks at statutory pre-tax profits …

The Total Economy PortfolioForbesThe profits of publicly-held companies comprise less than half of all business profits earned in the US, according to Bureau of Economic Analysis' (BEA) corporate profit measures. The other half of the economy is represented through private businesses.

Greggs chief calls for UK job creationBritish BakerResponding to how huge business profits have been reported in the media headlines, McMeikan said: “The profits are hugely important if companies are going to invest and continue to grow, and by growing, what you then do is create jobs.

'Cash mob' boosts business at downtown shopWECT-TV6WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – Flash mobs seem to be a fun, modern trend popping up all over the world, but a new kind of "mob" is gaining popularity for boosting business profits. Rather than swarms of people showing up at public places to dance in unison at …

Canadian companies hike dividends as profits reach post-recession peakWinnipeg Free PressDuring 2011, business profits shot up 12.7 per cent from those levels reported in 2010, she added. And with profits strong in the mining, auto parts and other sectors of the economy, companies are opting to share their good fortunes with stockholders.

Globe and Mail US corporate tax more dependent on lobbying than legislationGlobe and MailAt about 39 per cent, the statutory rate on US business profits is one of the highest in the world. But in reality, the rate American companies pay on their income is much lower, thanks to a tax code that's loaded with [...]

Telegraph.co.uk British Gas to reveal £1.5ma-day profits as customer charges soarTelegraph.co.ukBritish Gas Services, which offers boiler repair and other such services, is forecast to see profits increase 10pc to £264m, while British Gas Business profits should remain almost unchanged at £232m. Centrica has been attempting to shift focus to its …

Obama vs. GOP Candidates: Tax Plan ComparisonAmericans for Tax ReformBusiness Tax: At what marginal tax rate would the candidate tax corporate and small business profits? National Sales Tax: Has the candidate endorsed any form of a national sales tax, including a VAT? Cap Gains: At what marginal tax rate would the …

Wal-Mart's 4Q show rebounding US business; profits down 15 percent amid low …NewserBy ANNE D'INNOCENZIO | AP | 6 hours, 14 minutes ago in Wal-Mart Stores Inc.'s low-cost strategy during the holidays both helped and hurt its performance in the fourth quarter: The world's largest retailer reported an almost 15 percent decline in profit …