March, 2009
Eagle Industries Sold to Alliant Techsystems
Deal closed today
Eagle Industries’ Combat Integrated Armor Carrier System
Alliant Techsystems Inc. today purchased Eagle Industries Unlimited Inc. for an undisclosed amount. Alliant is a Minnesota-based aerospace and defense company. Eagle makes nylon safety gear for the military and law enforcement agencies.
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Eagle makes several products, most of them nylon-based. The company sells weapon ...
Surviving the Recession, Episode 3: Drive Gentle (3)
Cars cost too much, try not to drive
Are you still with me? Did you read parts ONE and TWO? I hope so. These tips aren’t going to make themselves happen, and payday loans in Huntington Beach aren’t long-term solutions. We have to incorporate as many of these ideas as we can if we are going ...
$400 Stimulus Payment Dumbness Update
A few weeks ago I wrote a short piece explaining that while even if you think the “Making Work Pay” tax credit of $400 is a bad idea, at least we’re saving money this time by not sending out two letters and a check to every household in America. In short: the stimulus process could’ve ...
How to Find Great Deals on Vacation and Travel
My wife and I have begun to explore the idea of taking a trip later this year. We’re in the preliminary stages of our research and budgeting. Though we aren’t ready to book anything yet, it’s fun to look at what’s available, and to dream of where we might go.
Over the weekend, I polled my ...
Congress Considers Credit Card Rules, Fees
Consumer groups complain that a lot of credit card issuers charge hefty fees and high interest rates. This week congressional committees will take up legislation that would force the card companies to change the way they operate.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
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