October 3, 2000
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An assist for small start-ups
[Times photo: Brian Tietz]
A program by Advantage Capital Florida Partners helps tech companies find funding from venture capitalists. |
Equifax to spin off payment unit
The credit reporting company's fast-growing division employs 2,000 people at a St. Petersburg center. No cuts are expected.
Business today
The Federal Reserve is widely expected to leave U.S. interest rates unchanged today amid signs the U.S. economy has moderated from its second-quarter pace and inflation remains under wraps.
Allstate policy-holders sue over auto premiums
The lawsuit contends Allstate overcharged Florida drivers by incorrectly labeling them as high risk.
Quorum settles Medicare dispute
The hospital chain will pay the government $95.5-million to end two whistle-blower lawsuits alleging it falsified cost reports.
