Polls
Sort by: Featured Most recent Most read Most commented
274 results total, viewing 231 - 240
After gaining 13.4 percent in 2012, what do you think the S&P 500 Index will do in 2013?
Despite wild swings both up and down, the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index ended 2012 on a positive note, gaining 13.4 percent for the year. What do you see for the index in the coming year in terms of return? more
| 1/20/13
What will you do if you find out that the bank you have been dealing with ‘fails’ its federal stress test?
The White House said yesterday that the Treasury Department’s “stress tests” on banks would be wrapped up by the end of the month. What will you do it you find out your bank “failed” the test? more

By PBN Staff | 4/16/09
If asked, would you serve on the EDC board?
Gov. Lincoln D. Chafee admitted at the last R.I. Economic Development Corporation meeting that he was having trouble finding community leaders to join its board of the directors. If he asked you, would you serve on the board? more
| 3/10/13
Should the state be focused on developing the “Knowledge Economy” ahead of other sectors of the marketplace?
Should the federal government nationalize banks that receive any more TARP funds?
With the Obama administration about to disburse the second half of the Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) funds, there is little consensus on just how the government should proceed. While it is … more

By PBN Staff | 2/25/09
Will the Obama administration’s new plan help get financial institutions back on their feet?
The world stock markets zoomed ahead yesterday largely on the strength of their reaction to the announcement by the Obama administration of the details of its plan to get the U.S. financial services sector back on its feet. Do you think it is a good plan? more

By PBN Staff | 3/24/09
What do you think of Gov. Chafee’s community forums that are designed to communicate with businesses?
Are the governor's forums going to produce tangible results in the state's business climate, or are they just another opportunity to sell his own agenda to the business community? more
Should Rhode Island expand its deepwater ports?
Gov. Donald L. Carcieri won his first election campaigning, in large measure, on a promise to stop the creation of a container port at Quonset Point in North Kingstown. But the success of automobile shipping activity … more

By PBN Staff | 2/17/09 | 2 comments
Will Providence declare bankruptcy before the fiscal year is over?
While Providence Mayor Angel Taveras was able to announce a tentative agreement with Johnson & Wales University last week for increased payments in lieu of taxes, the city’s financial picture is far from rosy. Will the city declare bankruptcy before the end of the fiscal year? more
Should motor vehicle operators be allowed to use cell phones while driving?
Lawmakers are considering a number of bills that would restrict the use of cell phones by motor vehicle drivers. Should there be strictures on what drivers can do while behind the wheel? more

By PBN Staff | 2/20/09
« Prev | 1 … 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 … 28 | Next »
Calendar
PBN Hosted
Events

Celebrate RI's many exceptional women at PBN's Business Women Awards luncheon May 30th at the Providence Marriott. Reserve your seat today!
Advertisement
National
Local
Latest News