Fed: The U.S. Economy Is 'Vulnerable'
9/2/2010
There's no doubt about it, the economic situation in the United States is worsening. Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke says the economy "remains vulnerable to unexpected developments." However, Bernanke said the Fed is ready to take major action to help stimulate the economy, if necessary. Stay tuned. If you're having trouble watching this video, try downloading the latest version of Flash Player or contacting your IT department.

(Video) Foxconn's Pep Rallies Fail To Inspire
8/25/2010
Following a string of suicides at its Chinese factories, Foxconn Technology Group held rallies last week for its workers to raise morale at the heavily regimented factories. The outreach to workers shows how the secretive manufacturer of the iPhone and other electronics is trying to bounce back from the bad publicity it received following the shocking deaths of its employees.. If you're having trouble watching this video, try downloading the latest version of Flash Player or contacting your IT department.

(Video) China's Gain Could Be America's Loss
8/17/2010
China recently passed Japan as the world's No. 2 economic superpower, which could spell trouble for the top-ranked world economic superpower: the United States. It is well within the realm of possibility that one day China will overtake the U.S. for the title of "world's top economic superpower," meaning more U.S. jobs could be headed to Asia in the coming years. If you're having trouble watching this video, try downloading the latest version of Flash Player or contacting your IT department.

(Video) Jobless Rate A Long-Term Issue
8/10/2010
According to one economist, there's a very real possibility it will take the United States 7-10 years to return to a "normal" unemployment rate. Umair Haque, a contributor to the Harvard Business Review, also cites the recent trend of outsourcing as one of the major reasons for the high jobless rate in this country. If you're having trouble watching this video, try downloading the latest version of Flash Player or contacting your IT department.

(Video) Back In Black
8/4/2010
Toyota recently announced a $2.2 billion quarterly profit, which indicates the company has reversed the red ink of 2009 and is on its way toward recovering from a wealth of bad publicity. Though widespread concern regarding the safety of its vehicles still lingers, the world's largest automaker appears poised for a sustained comeback. If you're having trouble watching this video, try downloading the latest version of Flash Player or contacting your IT department.

(Video) The Road Toward Economic Recovery
8/2/2010
According to numerous reports, the pace of the U.S. economic recovery has slowed over the course of the past few months. Cautious spending by businesses and high levels of unemployment are considered major contributors to rocky road toward recovery. While strong earnings reports from companies have lifted spirits, it has not been enough to drive up consumer and investor confidence. If you're having trouble watching this video, try downloading the latest version of Flash Player or contacting your IT department.

(Video) Is China Open For Business?
7/27/2010
Myron Brilliant, senior vice president for International Affairs at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, discusses the current state of the Chinese economy and whether the country is now open for global business. How will this affect the United States? Brilliant provides some answers, but also admits that there's a lot of uncertainty surrounding the Chinese economy. If you're having trouble watching this video, try downloading the latest version of Flash Player or contacting your IT department.

(Video) Copy Machines: A Target For Identity Thieves
7/15/2010
Just about every business in the United States has at least one copy machine that's used on a day-to-day basis. However, few, if any, are aware the copy machines store every document ever scanned, printed, and faxed on hard drives within the machinery. Once the company disposes of the copy machine, that hard drive becomes a target for identity thieves. The thieves can use the drive to pilfer for social security numbers, birth certificates, medical records, and more.

(Video) The Jobless Rate Is Misleading
7/14/2010
In a classic good news-bad news scenario, the U.S. unemployment rate has dropped to 9 1/2 percent. However, analysts say that's because roughly 600,000 people have simply given up on trying to procure a job. A more useful, and alarming, statistic states that the U.S. economy lost 125,000 jobs in the month of June. If you're having trouble watching this video, try downloading the latest version of Flash Player or contacting your IT department.

(Video) Toyota Takes Another Hit
7/2/2010
After months of working to overcome the bad publicity associated with numerous recalls, Toyota announced it will recall 270,000 Lexus and other vehicles worldwide to fix faulty engines that could make vehicles stall while moving. If you're having trouble watching this video, try downloading the latest version of Flash Player or contacting your IT department. Have any comments or questions about our Thursday MBT Mid-Week Report videos? Or do you have a video you'd like to see featured in one of our deployments? Email me at Mike.

(Video) Breaking Down The Yuan
6/23/2010
Financial analysts are trying to temper people's expectations regarding the growth of the yuan, as the consensus seems to be that the Chinese currency won't grow by more than a 2 or 3 percent this year. Here's a breakdown of what's expected to happen to the yuan in the coming weeks and months. If you're having trouble watching this video, try downloading the latest version of Flash Player or contacting your IT department. Have any comments or questions about our Thursday MBT Mid-Week Report videos? Or do you have a video you'd like to see featured in one of our deployments? Email me at Mike.

(Video) Labor Unrest Hits Honda Hard
6/15/2010
Honda parts suppliers in southern China have been dealing with quite a bit of labor unrest in recent weeks. Workers went on strike at three supplier locations, but they recently returned to work. However, that doesn't mean the period of unrest is over.

(Video) BP Spill By The Numbers
6/11/2010
The BP oil spill disaster has affected everyone in one way or another. Here’s a comprehensive look at some of the events and statistics surrounding the spill and the subsequent “cleanup” process. The numbers are staggering, and it’s clear that the effects of the spill will be both prevalent and lasting. If you're having trouble watching this video, try downloading the latest version of Flash Player or contacting your IT department.

(Video) It's So Hard To Say Goodybe
6/8/2010
General Motors is no longer producing its popular line of Hummer vehicles, which has a few people upset (to say the least). One person who was interviewed loves Hummers so much that he confesses to the interviewer that he’d like to be reincarnated as one.

(Video) One Family's 'Swagger Wagon'
5/18/2010
It was a tough year for Toyota in 2009, as the company was forced to deal with the fallout resulting from multiple recalls. Now the automaker is trying to rehabilitate its damaged reputation through aggressive marketing efforts. Here’s one of its newest commercials, a rap video parody/ 2010 Siena SE advertisement … If you're having trouble watching this video, try downloading the latest version of Flash Player or contacting your IT department.

(Video) Oil Spill Containment In Action
5/7/2010
A 100-ton containment vessel made out of concrete and steel is en route to a blown-out oil well at the bottom of the Gulf of Mexico. Will it be able to help stop the gushing crude oil from continuing to spread further into the sea? If you're having trouble watching this video, try downloading the latest version of Flash Player or contacting your IT department.

(Video) Natural Gas Price Spike Factors
5/6/2010
Natural gas prices are expected to remain at a low level, but there are three things that could cause a price spike this summer. What are they? If you're having trouble watching this video, try downloading the latest version of Flash Player or contacting your IT department.

(Video) Getting 'Green' By Going 'Green'
5/4/2010
Nike doesn’t want to choose between making high-quality products and being conscious of the environment. The company is trying to do both. And it’s succeeding. If you're having trouble watching this video, try downloading the latest version of Flash Player or contacting your IT department.

(Video) The [Green] City By The Bay
4/29/2010
San Francisco is preparing itself to assume the title of “electric vehicle capital of the world.” Why? Since more than half of the Bay Area’s greenhouse emissions come from transportation, many citizens and public officials in that area feel it’s time to make a change.

(Video) The Wind Beneath Obama's Wings
4/28/2010
President Obama wants the United States to wholeheartedly pursue wind energy as a potential solution to some of the country’s energy problems. He no longer wants the U.S. economy to run on fossil fuels. What do you think? If you're having trouble watching this video, try downloading the latest version of Flash Player or contacting your IT department.