Vatican Announces $14.2 Million in Profits in 2010

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Vatican bankingThe Vatican Press Office announced that it had a net profit of $14.2 million during the year 2010.  The Vatican was purportedly "in the red" for the earlier three years.  Donations had dropped by about 18%, but it picked up on earnings from a higher number of visitors to its museums.

In addition to cash, the Vatican holds stocks, bonds and real estate.

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