| Democrats Vow to Block Airport-Slot Sale Democrats said that congestion at New York-area airports was a result of Republican mismanagement and that the Bush administration’s plans to auction landing slots would be a blow to the public and the airlines. nytimes.com |
Bloomberg Backs Plan for Auctions at Airports A Bush administration plan to auction landing slots at New York airports has picked up a prominent supporter in Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg. nytimes.com |
Castor Pollux Wins Madoff Trading Business at Auction A Boston financial company, outbidding two others, will pay $25.5 million for a business once thought to be worth $1 billion. nytimes.com |
At London Sale, a Giacometti Sets a Record At $104.3 million with fees, an Alberto Giacometti bronze broke the world record price for a work of art at auction. nytimes.com |
Greek Bond Yields Soar in Sell-Off The surge in interest rates on Greek bonds is expected to make it more difficult for the country to borrow. nytimes.com |