Amazon spreads its Web in Washington
The government’s “cloud-first” policy helps retail giant move into the federal marketplace.
Chevy Chase bank alliance gets large investment from Wall Street player
BancAlliance has snagged a $150 million investment from noted BlueMountain Capital Management.
Work group crafting Md. gambling plan
The panel launched by Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley huddles behind closed doors to hammer out key details of a possible gambling expansion.
Safeway enhances its rewards program
The customer can now attach coupons and personalized deals to club cards and mobile apps.
SAIC moving some jobs to McLean
The company will spend $15M this fiscal year to bring 450 corporate employees from San Diego.
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Elephant bumping with Washington ‘consigliere’
George Stamas is full of great stories from his life as one of the best-connected people in the Washington-Baltimore region.
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Bugs are the big losers in this business
Damien Sanchez has figured out how to hold down a full-time job while owning and running a business that he projects will net him a $300,000 profit this year.
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Value Added: David Rubenstein and the art of the ‘get’
Since taking over the Economic Club of Washington four years ago, Carlyle Group co-founder and managing director David M. Rubenstein has turned it into a hot ticket for national business and political leaders, as well as for people on the local scene.
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Fed extends ‘twist’ program to drive rates lower
Local Domino’s Pizza employees are among 16 finalists competing at Domino’s World’s Fastest Pizza Maker Competition in Las Vegas.
Chief Investment Officer Ina Drew resigns from JPMorgan Chase in trading blunder aftermath
Chief Investment Officer Ina Drew resigns from JP Morgan Chase in trading blunder aftermath
How to take advantage of record low mortgage rates
How to take advantage of record low mortgage rates
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Jobless states: The top 10
Unemployment rose in 18 states in May, as well as nationally. Here’s a look at the top 10 states with the highest unemployment rates.
Apple’s new headquarters: A first look
Apple plans to revamp its sprawling campus in Cupertino, Calif. Here are the renderings.
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