Banking & Finance
Generac raises outlook
Waukesha-based generator manufacturer Generac has raised its outlook for 2012 in light of strong financial results it expects for the third quarter.
Bank Mutual’s new loans target small businesses
When William Waldren wanted to start a small business to provide a co-working space for other small businesses in the community, he needed about $125,000 for furniture and equipment.
Retirement plan review: What’s right for your business?
Believe it or not, 2012 will soon be coming to a close and the new year provides business owners with an opportunity to take a fresh look at their company retirement plans.
Living on the ‘cutting’ edge
As a competitive cutting contestant, Rhonda Helgeson can rein her American quarter horse, Lyddie, to wrangle a cow in a matter of minutes.
40%
The four largest American banks hold 40 percent of the U.S. customer deposits, according to the Federal Deposits Insurance Corp. (FDIC).
Future 50 companies are bullish
The five fastest-growing companies of the Future 50 in 2012 are understandably bullish about the future.
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Investors flock to financial planners ahead of fiscal cliff
The United States appears to be heading toward a so-called “fiscal cliff” at year-end, a conglomeration of new taxes and tax break expirations that would result in one of the largest tax increases in American history.
Mastervolt charge clips Actuant’s earnings
Menomonee Falls-based Actuant Corp. reported a fiscal fourth quarter net loss of $16.5 million, or 23 cents per share, compared with a net profit of $41.4 million, or 55 cents per share, in the same period a year ago.
BizTimes Money: Landmark to acquire Hartford Savings Bank
New Berlin-based Landmark Credit Union plans to acquire Hartford-based Hartford Savings Bank.
HUD grants to help workforce
Wisconsin has received $720,000 in grants from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The funds are aimed at helping public and assisted housing residents obtain education, training and jobs.
