Professional Advice: Rules of engagement
As banks grapple with bond losses, new research suggests they will comply with accounting rules but break classic investing rules, says Notre Dame expert.
Harbour Trust & Investment Management Co. marks 25 years
Harbour Trust & Investment Management Co. has reached its 25-year milestone and executives say there’s still more work to do and clients to serve.
Proactive Investment Strategies
Where to put your money in 2017? There’s no easy answer. The Brexit vote, unexpected U.S. presidential election results, a surging Dow, rising oil prices … 2016 certainly finished with some surprising financial results for many people. And 2017 is a question mark in many areas, particularly with some new personal and corporate tax rules …
Charter Group starts furniture market
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Building on more than two decades of experience serving the office furniture and home interiors market, The Charter Group today announced formation of a dedicated Furniture Practice led by Andrew Williams. The Grand Rapids, Mich.-based merger and acquisition advisory firm said the move reflects growing activity and demand for buy, sell …
Konopa named Indiana Super Lawyer
SOUTH BEND – Robert J. Konopa, partner at Tuesley Hall Konopa, has been named to the 2013 Indiana Super Lawyers list as one of the top attorneys in Indiana. No more than 5 percent of lawyers in the state are selected each year for this honor. Konopa was recognized for his work in civil litigation defense, …
NiSource on Dow Jones Sustainability Index
MERRILLVILLE – The Dow Jones Sustainability Index has added NiSource Inc. to its list. It is one of two North American natural gas companies included in the listing. Last year, NiSource reported a 40 percent shareholder return and $1.13 billion in capital investment. In addition, the company also was working on a $550 million desulfurization …
Six NWI companies best places to work
INDIANAPOLIS – Six Northwest Indiana companies are among 70 Indiana companies named to the Best Places to Work in Indiana by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce. Those companies are Centier Bank of Merrillville; Citizens Financial Bank of Munster; CliftonLarsonAllen LLP of Schererville; Edward Jones, which has offices throughout Northwest Indiana; Horseshoe Casino, Hammond; and The …
BP posts $5.6 billion 2nd quarter profit
LONDON – BP, which operates a massive refinery in Whiting, has announced a net second quarter profit of $5.6 billion, down 11 percent from pre-Gulf oil spill levels. One year ago, BP announced a loss of $17.2 billion. Earnings one year ago also included a $32 billion charge associated with clean up in the Gulf …
Focus: Small Business
The entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well in Northwest Indiana. Small business incubators dot the region’s landscape – from Valparaiso to Hammond, from Merrillville to South Bend. As the landscape for small business changes from traditional pursuits in manufacturing to high-tech ventures, new questions arise among entrepreneurs on how to ensure success. To help answer …
1st Source donates $840,000
SOUTH BEND – 1st Source Bank and its philanthropic arm, 1st Source Foundation, have donated more than $840,000 to community causes in 2010. In addition, 1st Source employees volunteers more than 25,000 hours to more than 375 non-profits. Major donations include $100,000 to St. Mary’s College Capital Campaign; $30,000 to South Bend Area …