These hastily assembled, short-term loans are intended to help faltering dot-coms get through tough times, with the hope their cards will improve.

FORBES: A bridge too far

These hastily assembled, short-term loans are intended to help faltering dot-coms get through tough times, with the hope their cards will soon improve.

FORBES: A Bridge Too Far

The rebates will put the money in the hands of individuals in the hope that they will spend it and boost the faltering economy.

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