From: voa on Thu, Feb 03 2011 8:41 PM

Earnings reports from the big three U.S. automakers show 2011 is off to a good start. Domestic sales were up 18 percent in January, signaling improved consumer demand in the U.S. But with automakers becoming increasingly dependent on foreign sales to boost profits, there is growing concern that ...

From: voa on Wed, Mar 31 2010 4:21 AM

U.S. aircraft manufacturer Boeing is boosting production of its large passenger jets to meet increasing demand as the airline industry recovers from recession.  Industry experts say demand will grow in 2010 after falling in 2008 and 2009.  But an aviation consultant says the optimism may be prema...

From: voa on Fri, Jan 08 2010 7:34 AM

Investors are seeing new opportunities to make money on oil.  The price of crude oil rose to its highest level in 15 months on Wednesday amid speculation that a weak dollar and cold weather across many parts of the world will boost energy demand.  But despite increasing demand in emerging markets...

From: voa on Fri, Aug 21 2009 3:35 PM

The economic crisis has resulted in many Americans unable to provide adequate amounts of nutritious food to their families.  According to a survey by Feeding America, demand at food banks across the country increased by 30% in 2008.  Some non-profit organizations that offer food assistance are a...