Oct 13, 2005

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Chris Farrell on mergers

by Marketplace Staff

Oct 13, 2005

Host Scott Jagow talks to financial expert Chris Farrell about the growing pace of global mergers. Concerns over looming interest rate hikes in the US appear to be driving the boom.

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Gobbling GM stock

by Amy Scott

Oct 13, 2005

Billionaire investor Kirk Kerkorian's recent moves to acquire GM stock have many wondering what his strategy for the ailing automaker might be. Amy Scott reports.

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Staking a stem cell claim

by Scott Tong

Oct 13, 2005

Most polls indicate broad support for stem cell research, but Washingtona€™s official stance is to restrict funding. Scott Tong reports that states are racing to fill the void.