Freddie Mac reported a surprising profit in the second quarter, but the profit turned to a loss for shareholders after the company paid the U.S. government a $1.1 billion dividend.
Freddie Turns Profit, Issues Caution
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Fri, 08/07/2009 - 6:02pm
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