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The article reports on the decline of the third-quarter profit of Dell Compute Corp., world's largest manufacturer of personal computers. The fall follows a one-off charge of 300 million U.S. dollars to repair faulty parts.

The article reports on the possibility for Macquarie Bank Ltd.'s bid to win in the sale of Telstra to be jeopardized, after a staff security breach causes the bank to withdraw as adviser on the Department of Defence's new multi-million headquarters in Australia.

The article reports on concerns over the multi-billion takeover bid for Patrick Corporation, projecting a reduction in competition in the Australian economy.

The article reports on the decline of the half-year pre-tax profit of home builder AV Jennings in Australia as of year 2005.

Reports on the five-fold increase in Apple Computer Inc.'s fiscal third-quarter earnings in 2005.

Presents new briefs on issues and events related to business enterprises in Australia. Plan of audio and mobile-phone retailer Strathfield Group to raise cash through an equity placement; Move of David Liddy, CEO of Bank of Queensland, in calling for uniform national regulation of mortgage brokers to protect consumers; Participation of firm Mayne Pharma in the Australian Stock Exchange.

Reports that Centennial Coal Co. Ltd. has increased its holding in Austral Coal to 66.7 percent despite Glencore International's announcement that it holds about 12 percent of shares in the independent coal miner.

Reports that Ford Motor Co. has abandoned its goal in pre-tax profit by 2006.

Reports on the financial and operational performance of McGuigan Simeon Wines Ltd. for 2004-2005.

Reports on the multimillion-dollar budget allocated by Optus Corp. to upgrade its pay-TV service.

Reports on the increase in blood products company, CSL Ltd.'s interim dividend.

Reports on the decrease in the net profit of Wesfarmers for the first half of 2004-2005 in Australia.

Reports on the decrease in the net profit of building materials company Boral Ltd. in Australia.

Reports on the expected revenue growth of Foster's Group Ltd. for the second half of 2005 in Australia.

Reports on the increase in the revenue of Rural Press Ltd., a newspaper and radio company in Australia.

Reports on the financial performance of WMC Resources Ltd. in Australia in 2004.

Reports on the increase in the revenue of Telstra Corp. Ltd. in Australia.

Reports on increase in the profit of Commonwealth Bank of Australia in Australia.

Reports on the failure of the petroleum exploration activities in the Gulf of Mexico of Woodside Petroleum to meet its criteria for strategic investment. Comments of strategic planning director, Betsy Donaghey about the failure; Corporate spending on new oil and gas projects in other regions.

Reports business developments as of November 2004. Increase in interest rates in China; Filing of bankruptcy protection by low-cost airline ATA Airlines; Financial performance of Japan Tobacco.

Reports on the financial performance of PepsiCo. Improvement in the corporate earnings of the software company; Threat of job losses from the closure of four production plants.

Reports on the profits posted by Qantas Airways Ltd. for the period 2003-2004.

Reports on the profit of Flight Centre Ltd. for the period 2003-2004.

Reports that BHP Billiton Ltd. has posted the biggest annual profit ever by an Australian company for 2003-2004.

Reports on the profit of Woolworths PLC for the period 2003-2004.

Reports that the market capitalization of National Australia Bank Ltd. dipped below $40 billion in August 2004, and its shares continue to decline to their lowest point since October 2001.

Reports that Australian mining company Rio Tinto Ltd. has posted a 55 percent increase in half-year net profit in August 2004.

Reports that PetroChina has applied for listing at China's stockmarket. Aim to raise funds the petroleum company's international expansion.

Reports that the prices of NeuTec Pharma's stocks rose after it released the result of its Mycograb clinical trials. Efficacy in preventing the spread of cancer and in helping fight fungal infections.

Reports on the financial performance of South Korean banks for the quarter ended June 30, 2004. Resurgence of the country's banking sector.

Reports on the bail-out proposal for Russian-based petroleum company Yukos. Financial performance of the company.

Reports that Virgin chairman Richard Branson is believed to have secured Greenbriar Equity Group as a backer for his planned low-cost U.S. airline Virgin America. Role of the proceeds from the float of Virgin Blue and Virgin Mobile in helping Virgin America started.

Reports on the financial performance of Australian retailer David Jones for 2003-2004. Effect on the price of its shares.

Reports on the financial performance of Australian-based homewares retailer Harvey Norman for the 2003-2004. Factor that contributed to the increased retail spending.

Reports that Origin Energy has acquired a majority stake in New Zealand-based power company Contact Energy. Effect on the price of Origin Energy's stocks.

Reports that Graeme Hart has sold Burns Philp's global yeast, herbs and spices business to Associated British Foods. Effect on its debt.

Reports that News Corp. announces a net profit for the first quarter of 2004 which reflects an increase from the same period of 2003. Increase in the operating income from the company's television segment.

Reports on the decision of Carter Holt Harvey, a New Zealand company listed in Australia, to sell its toilet paper, paper towels and feminine hygiene businesses to the Swedish group Svenska Cellulosa. Return of investments planned via a share buyback.

Reports on the increase in the profit of clothing and footwear retailer, Colorado Group, for the year ending January 31, 2004. Forecast profit increase for 2004.

Reports on the announcement made by fashion retailer Just Group that it will float on the Australian Stock Exchange on may 7, 2004, with a market capitalization estimated at around half a billion dollars.

Reports the profit of Coles Myer Ltd. for the six months to January 25, 2004 in Australia..

Reports that U.S.-based insurance and investment firm Berkshire Hathaway has doubled its net income in 2003.

Reports on business loss posted by Australian firm AMP and the company's decision to bring forward by six months a buyback planned for the second half of 2005.

Reports that Frank Lowy's Westfield Holdings has reported a 28% increase in half-year profit in 2003. Estimated value of its shopping center developments; Closing price of its stock on March 1, 2004.

Reports on the impact of the strong Australian dollar on paper manufacturer PaperlinX Ltd. in 2003. Decline of the firm's earnings before interest and tax.

Reports that Kerry Packer's Publishing & Broadcasting Ltd. has announced a net profit for the half-year to December 31, 2003. Contribution of a strong television advertising market to the revenue.

Highlights the financial performance of News Corp. for the three months to September 30, 2003. Increase in net profit; Improvement in the newspaper division's performance; Operating income of the filmed entertainment division.

Reports on European banking group Fortis Bank's extension of an emergency loan to Indonesia's fund manager MeesPiersonn Finas Investment Management, to cover redemptions that is believed to be causing a crisis in Indonesia's fund industry.

Reports on Hong Kong businessman Victor Li's acquisition of a stake in Air Canada, providing the airline with an investment it needs to emerge from the bankruptcy protection it has been under since April 2003.

Highlights the first-quarter financial performance of West Australian Newspaper Holdings, publisher of "The West Australian".