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Company News:
> Canadian boutique hit by credit turmoil. Article
> Judge extends bankruptcy protection for Bear Stearns funds. Article
> Goldman Sachs has an eye for Tiffany's. Employee discount? Article
> Analyst: E*Trade exposure to credit crisis limited. Article
> More anxiety over Countrywide. Article

Industry News:
> Proxy firms support hedge fund in H&R Block battle. Article
> Anxiety about banks' 3Q earnings mount. Article
> Big banks set to soar? Article
> Top banks eye pensions. Article

Regulatory News:
> Carlyle Group retained Ogilvy for lobbying work. Article
> Tax hike and effect on Blackstone. Article

And Finally... Some home buyers benefit from credit crunch. Article