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U.S. Dollar

The currency of the United States. First issued in 1792, it is the currency used most often in international transactions. After World War II, most world currencies were pegged to the dollar, which was pegged to gold. In 1971, the dollar became a fiat currency. Nevertheless, many currencies are still pegged to the dollar, and it is one of the most important reserve currencies in the world.

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2 percent to $5,576 million from $5,701 million, and foreign sales, expressed in United States dollars, increased 1.

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Pending receipt of confirmation from Subscription Receipt and Special Warrant Holders, twenty-four million and seven hundred thousand United States Dollars (US$24,700,000), will remain in the Trustee's escrow account.

Big Sky Announces an Extension to the Escrow Period of its Subscription Receipt and Special Warrant Indentures

4 percent to $3,536 million from $3,586 million, and foreign sales, expressed in United States dollars, increased 3.

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All amounts are presented in United States dollars.

WWA Group Reports Record Setting Revenue and Earnings Results for Period Ended June 30, 2005

The translations of Hong Kong dollar into United States dollars are for convenience only and have been made at the rate of HK$7.

Man Sang Holdings, Inc. Announces Financial Results for the First Quarter Ended June 30, 2005

TORONTO -- All amounts in United States dollars unless otherwise indicated

Barrick Closes Second Tranche Investment in Diamondex

The loan in the amount of three billion four hundred million United States dollars bears an interest rate of 6% per annum payable annually and is made against a promissory note, which is due and payable on May 25th, 2015.

Biosphere Development Corporation Contracts for USD$3,400,000,000 Loan with Diamond Ridge