Look before you leap into global funds As the name suggests, global funds invest in global stocks and/or mutual funds (that in turn invest in global markets). So what do global funds offer to Indian investors?
Toy story: Chinese sourcing pushed Mattel into a crisis As part of its effort to rebuild its image, Mattel is emphasising that it is less dependent on Chinese contractors than most toy makers are. It has run ads around the world featuring Mattel Chief Executive Robert Eckert's vow to do better.
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Google to make YouTube profitable with video ads Google said recently that after months of testing various video advertising models, it was ready to introduce a new type of video ad, which it said was unobtrusive and kept users in control of what they saw in 'You Tube'.
The power game in Karnataka is headed for a climax. In October, the credibility of JD(S) will be put to test when it has to hand over power to BJP. Will the JD(S) do so? If yes, will B S Yediyurappa become the chief minister?
Deccan Herald invited readers to send in their predictions. Many argued that JD(S) would hand over the baton to BJP, but it would still be advantageous to JD(S) in the new dispensation.
Others were sure that BJP won’t gain power but will win public sympathy.
