Christopher Werth

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Companies use 'eye-tracking' to see what sells

Sep 5, 2011
Originally developed for British fighter pilots, a system called 'eye-tracking' allows companies and brands to see what consumers by, and why.

Regions' spending taking a toll on Spanish government

Sep 1, 2011
During the boom, Spain's regions, much like states in the U.S., went on a spending spree, building "ghost" trains and airports. But unlike the U.S., the central government is on the hook for all of it.

Ireland's crash course in finance and economics

Aug 26, 2011
Over the last few years, the Irish economy has mirrored the crises of the U.S. economy. Like Americans, Irish citizens are learning facts about money the hard way.

Endgame in Libya could help immigrant workers

Aug 24, 2011
Since the conflict began, waves of immigrant workers have been fleeing Libya. But some remained, and hope to hold onto their jobs in the nation's oil industry.

German growth slows as Europe's debt woes linger

Aug 16, 2011
Germany is key in helping Europe's weaker economies handle their debt crisis, but its slowing economy may mean it can't keep coming to the rescue

'Eurobonds' could help debt crisis

Aug 16, 2011
Bonds backed by the entire Eurozone would ease borrowing rates for countries like Greece and Portugal, but would hike rates for Germany and France

The differing fortunes of Saab and Volvo

Aug 9, 2011
Two years after GM sold Saab and Ford sold off Volvo, there has been a striking difference in how the Swedish brands have fared.

Italy back on the hot seat in European debt crisis

Aug 3, 2011
One day after the U.S. averted a possible default, political problems are scaring global investors away from Spain, Italy -- and the U.S.

EU leaders focus on troubled Italy

Jul 11, 2011
EU policymakers met today in Rome to discuss the European debt crisis. Italy is in the spotlight and may be the next Eurozone member to default.

Small island has big ambitions in space

Jul 8, 2011
The Isle of Man lies in the Irish Sea between Britain and Ireland. The tiny tax haven is drawing in companies involved in the space tourism industry.