Articles written by Daniel Workman
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Canada Posts Big Trade Deficit for First 6 Months of 2011
The latest trade report contains grim news, as Canada slips into a significant deficit just when the global economy is further deteriorating.
Aug 19, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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US Exports of Fresh Strawberries Generate Cash Surplus in 2010
American fresh strawberries show strong competitive advantages over strawberry imports from all countries except one.
Jul 7, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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Canadian Iron and Steel Imports Exceed Exports in 2010
Overall, Canada posted a $654-million deficit in iron and steel sales last year but showed some impressive surpluses with some of its top 10 trade partners.
Jun 20, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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Top Canadian Exports in 2010
Nickel, gold, diamonds and crude oil were among the big winners in exports from the Great White North during 2010.
Jun 15, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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Brazil's Sugar Exports in 2010
Russia is the top consumer of Brazil's raw sugar cane. India buys the most Brazilian refined sugar, followed by Canada and the U.S.
Jun 1, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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Brazil's Top Trade Partners in 2010
Brazil's exports command strong demand from countries around the world. Yet the competitive advantages of a resource economy also carry a flip side.
May 20, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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Top Chinese Trade Partners in 2009
Some of China's leading trade partners made commendable progress trading with the Chinese in an otherwise gloomy 2009.
Apr 27, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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Top US Trade Partners in 2010
Nigeria, India and Mexico grew their exports to the U.S. the fastest last year, while China kept its position as America's top supplier of imported goods.
Apr 11, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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Top Japanese Trade Partners in 2010
Find out which countries were Japan's largest import-export partners for 2010. Plus, what is the Japanese global trade outlook for the rest of 2011?
Apr 1, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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Japanese Nuclear Imports by Country in 2010
Which countries have the most to lose if Japan's demand for imported uranium nuclear fuel fails to recover?
Mar 22, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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Japanese Crude Oil Imports in 2010 by Supplying Country
Japan was a major importer of crude oil last year. Which crude petroleum suppliers will be most impacted by the huge 2011 Japanese earthquake and tsunami?
Mar 15, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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Canadian Crude Oil Exports and Imports 2010
Canadian crude oil sales gain by over a third, thanks to impressive sales to American customers. Crude petroleum exports to China were more modest, however.
Mar 9, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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China's Top Suppliers of Imported Crude Oil by Country in 2010
Saudi Arabia exports the most barrels of crude oil to China, while Iraq, Libya & Canada achieve the strongest gains selling crude petroleum to the Chinese.
Mar 4, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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US Crude Oil Imports by Top Supplying Countries in 2010
What are the top 15 countries that supplied 93.2% of U.S. imported crude petroleum in 2010? Find out which nations had the fastest-growing sales to America.
Mar 2, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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Libya's Top Imports and Exports Traded with US in 2010
Latest trade statistics show how Libya achieved an impressive $1.45 billion trade surplus over the United States in 2010.
Feb 24, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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Egypt's Top Imports and Exports Traded with US in 2010
From armored fighting vehicles to agricultural food products, U.S. exports to Egypt spiked in 2010. Then again, so did the Egyptian trade deficit.
Feb 18, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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Top Insurance Internet Sales Lead Generators
What are the top websites for providing insurance sales leads? This article also shows you how to focus on finding high-quality web leads.
Feb 12, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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Lowest Imported iPhone4 Prices and Tariff Duties Compared
Compared to the official online Apple Store, do international websites offer greater cost savings on iPhone4 products?
Feb 5, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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Average Term Life Premium Rates for Men and Women Age 18 to 24
This free comparison shows the greatest premium savings for young applicants looking for sample term life insurance quotes online.
Feb 4, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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Top Life Insurers with Best Life Insurance Quotes for Senior Men
This cost comparison shows the cheapest life insurance quotes from 25 top life insurers with strongest financial strength ratings from A.M. Best.
Jan 22, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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Finding Medical Insurance if You Have a Pre-existing Condition
Do you know which states have the strictest laws protecting your right to buy private medical insurance, even if you have life-threatening heart disease?
Jan 21, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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Lowest Average Private Health Insurance Quotes by US City
If you live in San Diego or Honolulu, then you may enjoy much cheaper private health insurance plan rates than applicants from Boston or New Haven.
Jan 20, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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US Viagra Sales by Country
Whether due to the reduced cost of Viagra or the ability to order Viagra-type products online, U.S. sales of erectile dysfunction drugs blossomed in 2010.
Jan 17, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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Sample Individual Health Insurance Rates by Age
A single 24 year old pays $1,429 per year for private health insurance while a 60-year-old breadwinner is charged almost $10,000 for family coverage.
Jan 13, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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Comparing Lowest Prices for Imported iPod Batteries and Chargers
Using a little international trade savvy, importers can find outstanding iPod deals online for replacement iPod mini-batteries and battery chargers.
Jan 12, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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Imported Eyeglass Sales by Country
Canadians seem to be buying eyeglasses made in China, Taiwan and South Korea more than they are ordering imported spectacles made in the United States.
Jan 10, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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Uninsured Motorist Rates by State
Uninsured driver rates in Massachusetts and Maine are much lower than in southern states including New Mexico, Mississippi and Alabama.
Jan 10, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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Sample Average Premium Rates for Hole-in-One Insurance Prizes
A hole-in-one contest prize can be as much as a million dollars for one lucky shot. But how much do organizers pay for hole-in-one insurance?
Jan 3, 2011
- Daniel Workman
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Long Term Care Insurance Providers and Financial Strength Ratings
This list of insurance carriers with A.M. Best ratings will help you find the financially strongest companies that sell long-term care insurance.
Dec 30, 2010
- Daniel Workman
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Best Long Term Care Insurance Quotes Revealed
Under the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP), premium rates for long term care coverage are as low as $244.08 per year.
Dec 25, 2010
- Daniel Workman
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Long Term Care Insurance Prices Compared
One long-term care insurance provider sells $273,750 worth of assisted-living coverage for an annual cost as low as $1,849 from ages 40 to 49.
Dec 22, 2010
- Daniel Workman
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International Water Purification Equipment Sales and Prices
The United States shows strong competitive advantages in water purification product sales, although China and Brazil provide some clean water surprises.
Dec 20, 2010
- Daniel Workman
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Top Hearing Aid Sales by Country
Which countries sold more hearing aids than China during 2009? Also, find out the country that grew its global sales at the fastest rate for the year.
Dec 12, 2010
- Daniel Workman
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China Versus US Solar Panel Sales by Country
Among the countries in this study, only Canada and Mexico buy more American solar panels than solar-cell products made in China.
Dec 5, 2010
- Daniel Workman
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French Perfume Sales to World's Most Populated Countries
This analysis shows that Russia is the second-largest consumer of French perfumes while fragrance sales to Nigeria are growing at the fastest pace.
Nov 30, 2010
- Daniel Workman
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Chinese Perfume and Fragrance Sales
Americans buy the most imported perfume from China, while sales to France are the fastest-growing. But why are Chinese fragrances so expensive in Singapore?
Nov 21, 2010
- Daniel Workman
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Shipping Rates with China Compared
This article presents benchmark shipping rates for sending international parcels to and from China; these can vary depending on required delivery times.
Nov 7, 2010
- Daniel Workman
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Most Affordable Life Insurance Rates for Senior Women
This study shows the lowest premium rates per $100,000 of term life insurance for non-smoker females age 60 and over.
Nov 2, 2010
- Daniel Workman
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Lowest Life Insurance Rates for Senior Men Age 60 and Up
This is a benchmark review that showcases the best premium rates per $100,000 of term life insurance for non-smoking males age 60 and over.
Nov 1, 2010
- Daniel Workman
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China's Solar Power Energy Product Sales and Dealers
International sales of solar cells made in China show that Chinese solar energy product makers have strong competitive advantages.
Oct 31, 2010
- Daniel Workman
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Mexico's Fresh Watermelon Exports
With a trade surplus of over 553 million watermelons, Mexico held a quarter-billion dollar trade advantage over the United States in 2009.
Oct 27, 2010
- Daniel Workman
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Most Outrageous Live Reptile Smuggling Stories
Live lizards worth $100,000 are found inside a German traveler's underwear, while 1475 reptiles are crammed into the side panels of a GMC Safari van.
Oct 26, 2010
- Daniel Workman
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China's Export Advantages Versus India in Computers and Modems
The People's Republic of China posts nearly $1 billion competitive trade advantages in computer and telecommunication sales with India during 2009.
Oct 18, 2010
- Daniel Workman
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China Versus Japan Top Exports 2009
What are the top exports traded between China and Japan, and which country has the greatest competitive advantages for each of these product categories?
Oct 12, 2010
- Daniel Workman
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Top Imported and Exported Products With Italy So Far in 2010
Italy's top exports to the United States include red wine, white wine, olive oil and sunglasses.
Oct 10, 2010
- Daniel Workman
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US International Wine Sales by Country So Far in 2010
International wine sales to China double as of July 2010. Still, American drinkers continue to buy more Italian, French and German wines than U.S. exports.
Oct 4, 2010
- Daniel Workman
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Top Imported and Exported Products With France So Far in 2010
France's trade advantages over the United States as of July 2010 include paintings, drawings, pastels, and imported French perfume.
Sep 27, 2010
- Daniel Workman
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Top Canadian Importers of Wild Reptiles
These top 7 importers of wild reptiles delivered into Canada accounted for 80% of the value of imported reptiles in 2009.
Sep 19, 2010
- Daniel Workman
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US Peanut Butter Sales by Country
U.S. global exports of peanut butter in 2009 were US$55.1 million while 5 countries supplied America with $33.4 million worth of foreign peanut butter.
Sep 16, 2010
- Daniel Workman
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Where Imported Live Reptiles Come From
Thailand's sales of snakes, lizards and turtles to the United States spike while Colombian live reptiles post the fastest sales among Canadian imports.
Sep 14, 2010
- Daniel Workman
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