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Consumers saddled with old cellphones, TVs and computers are flocking to electronics recycling events, which have sprung up in more than 1,000 communities over the past four years. But don't be fooled, activists warn. Items collected at free events are sometimes destined for salvage yards in developing nations, where toxins spill into the wate  More...
Small-business exporters may face a problem in obtaining money from their lenders to buy or produce the goods or services to fulfill an export contract. They may not have the collateral to obtain sufficient working capital loans from their banks, particularly in times of tightened credit. Enter the Export-Import Bank of the United States, the g  More...
The relationship between you and your overseas customer shouldn’t end when a sale is made. If anything, it requires more attention. Once you’ve completed the initial export transaction, you must expect to provide a broad spectrum of “complimentary” services in order to encourage repeat business. In this article we’ll talk about the kind of f  More...
Selling overseas isn't just for the big boys. The weak dollar -- boosting exports and growing demand for an increasing variety of products -- makes this an ideal time for small businesses to join the party. The U.S. Department of Commerce is eager to play matchmaker, helping to find and screen potential overseas partners and customers. Its Gol  More...