Running Out of Space
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The United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has received applications to launch over seventy communication satellites. Some say the capacity already exceeds the demand for transponders. The industry is looking for new users.
Publication Name: Economist
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1983
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Hell Is a Local Call
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The break-up of American Telephone and Telegraph (AT&T) will cause local rates to rise. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is concerned about access charges. Effects of the deregulation are reviewed.
Publication Name: Economist
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1983
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A Barbie to Call Your Own
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United States conglomerates are making use of spin-offs. Stock spinoffs can sometimes spark investor interest in parent company stock. The case of Mattel is emphasized.
Publication Name: Economist
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1983
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