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Operation HOPE Expands Reach of "Silver Rights" Initiative to Deliver Financial Literacy Program Aimed at Helping Teens and Young Adults Think More Strategically About Spending

In the financial industry, down is up. Iconic bank brands that once inspired confidence now strike fear into the markets.

TOKYO and SUNNYVALE, CA (MARKET WIRE) Fujitsu Limited today announced Interstage(R) XWand(R) Version 10, the latest release of its acclaimed XBRL (1) software designed to help companies increase transparency and governance around financial activities. The newest release is one of the industry's first offerings to incorporate the power of business rules in XBRL-based reporting with the adoption of XBRL Formula 1.0 (2), the latest extension to the XBRL specification. Early test results in customer environments have shown significant reductions in the time and cost associated with verifying and submitting financial reports.

Securian's Web-Based "Encyclopedia" Helps Plan Sponsors Address Fiduciary Duties

Among the companies whose shares are expected to see active trade in Thursday's session are Dell Inc., Gap Inc., and GameStop Corp.

The Canadian National Stock Exchange: Updated Policies & Forms

Diebold, a provider of self-service delivery and security systems and services, has announced that it is providing ClairMail's two-way mobile platform, as an integral part of its total outsourcing strategy, through a strategic alliance with ClairMail.

Alliance & Leicester Savings has launched a new six-month fixed rate bond and a three-year fixed rate bond with interest rates of 4.50% gross and 4% fixed gross pa/AER, respectively.

Arthur J Gallagher, an insurance brokerage and risk management services firm, has announced the acquisition of The HR Group in Brentwood, Tennessee. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Polillo, a remote island in the northeastern Philippines with poor road infrastructure and no public transport, is set to get a taste of mobile banking long before the developed world does.