CURRENCY NON-GRATA
For years now, the United States and Europe have complained about China’s hugely undervalued currency. Here’s the bad news: Despite occasional bombast and fireworks, no one plans to do anything about it.
by Steve Lawrence

STEELED FOR SUCCESS
Vicki Avril decided as a young woman to “push the envelope a bit” to make something of her life. It worked.
by Steven B. Weiner

Publisher’s Note
THOUGHTS FOR ALL SEASONS
by M. Robert Weidner, III, publisher

Under the Radar
A MINING LAW FOR THE 21ST CENTURY
The law governing hardrock mining is going to change, but by how much depends on the November election outcome.
by Donovan Burba

Shelf Life
NOT FIRST...JUST ONE AMONG MANY
Forward reviews books on business, economics and trade. by Rebecca Rolfes

Data Points
Forward’s report on aspects of our world, in graphic form.

End Market
GENERAL AVIATION
Gradually Increasing Deliveries Will Offset Lower Use of Metals
by Brian Foley

Guest Column
INFRASTRUCTURE NEEDS IMPROVEMENT
Why our highways need our help. by Bill Graves