Since the economic downturn began in the U.S. in 2008, the fortunes of ARM companies have largely mirrored the broader business environment. Debt collection agencies are particularly susceptible to high unemployment, inflated consumer bankruptcies, and plummeting housing pricing. Combined with a general tightening of credit standards, the ARM industry is more tied to macroeconomic trends than ever before.

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2 March 2007

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2 March 2007

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28 February 2007

Freddie Mac Announces Tougher Subprime Lending Standards

27 February 2007

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27 February 2007

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26 February 2007

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26 February 2007

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22 February 2007

First Data Acquires Datawire Communication Networks

21 February 2007

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21 February 2007

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21 February 2007

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20 February 2007

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19 February 2007

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19 February 2007

Collection Agency Eyed by Borough to Recoup Revenue

19 February 2007

Creative Ways to Connect Lenders and Borrowers Online

16 February 2007

Regional to Charge Interest on Unpaid Bills

16 February 2007

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15 February 2007

House Panel OKs Capping Fees on Delinquent Tax Bills

15 February 2007