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Hank Greenberg will get access to archives and personal items. The 2 sides will stop suing each other.
Posted by Charley Blaine on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 8:29 PM
The retailer posts big 3rd-quarter earnings as smart inventory management, consumer appeal boost results.
Posted by Charley Blaine on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 7:51 PM
Better-than-expected new-home sales and lower jobless claims help stocks. Gold hits a new high as the dollar falls. Markets will close Thursday for Thanksgiving.
Posted by Charley Blaine on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 5:23 PM
The state-owned Dubai World conglomerate has $59 billion in debt and isn't generating enough cash to make the payments. The crisis may be worse than Iceland's.
Posted by Charley Blaine on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 4:54 PM
Stocks enjoy a modest rally. A falling dollar pushes energy and gold shares higher. Markets will be closed Thursday for Thanksgiving.
Posted by Charley Blaine on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 4:05 PM
The Treasury sells $32 billion in securities; demand is heavy as investors seek safety.
Posted by Charley Blaine on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 3:14 PM
An economist cites the first-time-homebuyer tax credit as a factor. Mortgage rates fall.
Posted by Elizabeth Strott on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 11:53 AM
Incomes also tick higher.
Posted by Elizabeth Strott on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 11:11 AM
The Japanese automaker is also recalling Tundra trucks.
Posted by Elizabeth Strott on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 10:38 AM
Consumers are starting to spend again. New-home sales jump. Gold hits yet another record. J. Crew's profit more than doubles.
Posted by Elizabeth Strott on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 10:07 AM
Members of the Federal Open Market Committee say conditions are improving, according to minutes from their recent meeting. Wall Street will watch for data on jobless claims, durable goods, income and spending today.
Posted by TheStreet.com Staff on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 9:02 AM
Wall Street is betting it's possible. Health care stocks are up substantially this month as investors don't see proposals surviving in their current forms.
Posted by Charley Blaine on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 7:37 PM
The food companies' earnings meet Street estimates, but Hormel shares drop because consumers are cautious in their food purchases.
Posted by Charley Blaine on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 5:19 PM
But early losses are trimmed substantially as the Federal Reserve sees a better economy coming. Consumer confidence improves.
Posted by Charley Blaine on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 5:11 PM
The social-networking sets up a 2-class stock structure. The move would ensure that CEO Mark Zuckerberg retains control.
Posted by Charley Blaine on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 4:51 PM
The Swedish buyers suggest foot-dragging forced them to walk away. GM may shutter Saab.
Posted by Charley Blaine on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 1:53 PM
The FDIC's safeguard fund slips into the red in the 3rd quarter.
Posted by Elizabeth Strott on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 11:48 AM
More Americans could end up defaulting or facing foreclosure.
Posted by Elizabeth Strott on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 11:09 AM
A relatively optimistic Fed forecast helps stocks. The government trims its 3rd-quarter growth estimate. Home prices rise for a 5th month. Consumer confidence improves slightly.
Posted by Elizabeth Strott on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 9:52 AM
The traditional Thanksgiving bird is cheaper this year, as is the average holiday meal.
Posted by Elizabeth Strott on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 9:23 AM
Wall Street will look for new data on economic growth and consumer confidence, and earnings from American Eagle, J. Crew and Barnes & Noble.
Posted by TheStreet.com Staff on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 9:02 AM
The tech giant boosts guidance and triples its stock-buyback program. Sales growth in China is big.
Posted by Charley Blaine on Monday, November 23, 2009 9:06 PM
GE may let Vivendi sell its 20% stake in a public offering. GE wants to merge NBC with Comcast.
Posted by Charley Blaine on Monday, November 23, 2009 5:04 PM
Hewlett-Packard says Asia and U.S. sales boost results. Stocks rally as existing-home sales jump in October. Gold hits new highs.
Posted by Charley Blaine on Monday, November 23, 2009 4:03 PM
Pay plans were built to let executives at Lehman Bros. and Bear Stearns take on more risk, a Harvard study says, but take out money quickly and easily before disaster struck.
Posted by Charley Blaine on Monday, November 23, 2009 2:35 PM
Prices will be pressured, however, as cost will continue to top consumers' criteria.
Posted by Charley Blaine on Monday, November 23, 2009 1:50 PM
It's the 1st quarterly decline in a decade.
Posted by Elizabeth Strott on Monday, November 23, 2009 11:21 AM
Economists expect employment drop to bottom out in early 2010.
Posted by Elizabeth Strott on Monday, November 23, 2009 10:04 AM
The companies aim to charge for content and remove it from Google's searches.
Posted by Elizabeth Strott on Monday, November 23, 2009 9:55 AM
Existing-home sales jump. The dollar falls as gold hits a record. Hewlett-Packard will report after the bell.
Posted by Elizabeth Strott on Monday, November 23, 2009 9:36 AM
Smart Spending
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Under the right circumstances it is, but you'd better know what the recipient likes.
Posted by Karen Datko on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 9:53 PM
The season is filled with lots of traditions that were recently invented.
Posted by Karen Datko on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 8:39 PM
Sure, times are tough, but think about how life was for those who came before us.
Posted by Karen Datko on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 4:01 PM
Some owners say it's been difficult to get the repair kit.
Posted by Karen Datko on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 3:13 PM
Don't let lack of time, fear of failure, and The Damn Dishes hinder your efforts.
Posted by Karen Datko on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 1:37 PM
How many Bahamas vacations could you get instead? Those questions put big purchases into perspective.
Posted by Kim Peterson on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 1:15 PM
You can keep food costs under control and save preparation time.
Posted by Karen Datko on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 1:09 PM
Blogger excoriates women who expect men to pay for everything.
Posted by Karen Datko on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 9:25 PM
Overcooked the pasta or charred the steak? It's not the end of the world.
Posted by Karen Datko on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 8:08 PM
The retail behemoth appears intent to dominate Amazon.com.
Posted by Karen Datko on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 7:02 PM
Cybercriminals are gearing up to take advantage of the holiday season.
Posted by Karen Datko on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 1:24 PM
Sometimes bribery isn't a bad word.
Posted by Karen Datko on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 11:47 AM
'Happy Eid al-Adha' on a Thanksgiving ad stirs outrage, debate.
Posted by Karen Datko on Monday, November 23, 2009 7:51 PM
Consumer Reports unveils survey of top holiday shopping turnoffs.
Posted by Karen Datko on Monday, November 23, 2009 4:32 PM
The supermarket may have some of the best buys of the day.
Posted by Karen Datko on Monday, November 23, 2009 2:58 PM
J.D. finds inspiration in a children's fable -- and an episode of 'The Biggest Loser.'
Posted by Karen Datko on Monday, November 23, 2009 11:54 AM
Californians aren't the only ones saddled with higher college costs.
Posted by Karen Datko on Friday, November 20, 2009 6:42 PM
The gratuity was mandatory for large parties, but what if the service stinks?
Posted by Karen Datko on Friday, November 20, 2009 2:38 PM
The Dough Roller explains why this approach to retirement savings works for him.
Posted by Karen Datko on Friday, November 20, 2009 12:35 PM
Discount coffee and chocolate for shoppers, plus Quiznos coupons.
Posted by Teresa Mears on Friday, November 20, 2009 12:17 PM
When times are tight, small luxuries feel -- or taste -- particularly swell.
Posted by DonnaFreedman on Friday, November 20, 2009 12:03 PM
They may be in short supply, but it's a frozen waffle, folks.
Posted by Karen Datko on Thursday, November 19, 2009 7:35 PM
The emotional side of our brain often gets us in a financial fix.
Posted by Karen Datko on Thursday, November 19, 2009 5:18 PM
Retail theft rising, with more middle-class shoplifters, study finds.
Posted by Teresa Mears on Thursday, November 19, 2009 2:18 PM
Here are steps you can follow if a merchant isn't treating you right.
Posted by Karen Datko on Thursday, November 19, 2009 1:19 PM
Trent is making a list -- and sticking to it.
Posted by Karen Datko on Thursday, November 19, 2009 12:14 PM
There's seemingly no limit to airlines' attempts to generate revenue.
Posted by Karen Datko on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 10:04 PM
Distributing a huge catalog no longer makes sense in the Internet world.
Posted by Karen Datko on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 7:06 PM
The way we pay for cell phone service doesn't make sense.
Posted by Karen Datko on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 5:26 PM
Target, Wal-Mart have the bargains to beat this year
Posted by Melinda Fulmer on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 5:00 PM
Top Stocks
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AIG tamps down any recovery in insurance premiums; industry operating at a loss.
Posted by Jim J. Jubak on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 5:23 PM
Think your local store is offering some killer deals? Check out some of the bargains on Wall Street.
Posted by Louis Navellier on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 2:13 PM
Investors' collective wisdom can help you find stocks capable of recuperating after a precipitous fall.
Posted by Caps Editor on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 2:13 PM
MSN Money's Andrew Horowitz is nominated for the Podcast Awards
Posted by Kim Peterson on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 2:07 PM
Global markets crashed together and continue to move in tandem, making it harder to diversify.
Posted by Kim Peterson on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 1:49 PM
The company's margins prove it's in bad shape.
Posted by Minyanville on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 1:42 PM
Today's economic climate is helping these markets.
Posted by Minyanville on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 1:28 PM
When upscale buyers come back, the little blue box will still be there.
Posted by Minyanville on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 11:53 AM
Strategists expect stocks to climb until the end of January.
Posted by Minyanville on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 11:43 AM
A deal with Comcast could help boost GE shares, which have been trailing benchmarkets this year.
Posted by TheStreet.com Staff on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 11:40 AM
Eliot Spitzer claims that Treasury secretary's weak negotiating raised financial bailout cost. But in reality, the government was in over its head.
Posted by InvestorPlace on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 7:25 PM
Investors rushing to funds designed for success in a down market. Could the end of the market rally be near?
Posted by Kim Peterson on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 6:06 PM
Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway gets a short one-year term at very low rates. Why not longer?
Posted by Kim Peterson on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 5:53 PM
Thompson Creek Metals raises production guidance while lowering cost estimates.
Posted by Jim J. Jubak on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 5:26 PM
Insider trading and the Galleon Group are back in the news, and this time there's a little feminine touch to the story.
Posted by InvestorPlace on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 4:06 PM
The credit bull market is helping to push stock prices higher via share buybacks.
Posted by Anthony Mirhaydari on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 12:55 PM
Storage facilities are running out of room as demand for the metal rises. Some customers have been turned away.
Posted by Kim Peterson on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 12:52 PM
A $500 million program headed by Goldman Sachs and Warren Buffett aims to support small businesses. But it goes only so far.
Posted by TheStreet.com Staff on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 11:25 AM
Financial problems have hurt consumer perception.
Posted by 247 wallst on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 11:24 AM
General Electric is an adept lobbyist, which could help its bid to sell its NBC Universal unit to Comcast.
Posted by TheStreet.com Staff on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 11:17 AM
Buying back stock is not the best way to create shareholder value.
Posted by 247 wallst on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 11:13 AM
Shoppers might buy consumer electronics this year, but that's about it.
Posted by 247 wallst on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 7:59 AM
Don't let the Q3 report fool you. Middleby is a well-run company positioned to take advantage of economic recovery.
Posted by Jim J. Jubak on Monday, November 23, 2009 4:12 PM
Electric car maker Tesla Motors might be planning an initial public offering.
Posted by Kim Peterson on Monday, November 23, 2009 2:55 PM
A substantial, multi-month "cup" from the cup-and-handle formation is clearly visible.
Posted by Minyanville on Monday, November 23, 2009 1:55 PM
Despite increased existing-home sales and gains for KB Home and D.R. Horton, homebuilders still feel pain.
Posted by TheStreet.com Staff on Monday, November 23, 2009 12:53 PM
Jamie Dimon suggested to succeed Timothy Geithner, who's getting heat for role in Obama administration's regulatory overhaul.
Posted by TheStreet.com Staff on Monday, November 23, 2009 12:15 PM
CEO Ken Lewis may have to postpone his planned departure if the board can't find a suitable replacement.
Posted by TheStreet.com Staff on Monday, November 23, 2009 12:04 PM
One PC maker struggles while another shines.
Posted by Minyanville on Monday, November 23, 2009 11:49 AM
If Obama's heath care reform doesn't take the profit motive out of healthcare, Health Net might be a stock to buy.
Posted by Jim Van Meerten on Monday, November 23, 2009 9:44 AM
Currency Center
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Negative economic news takes a toll.
Posted by MSN Money on Monday, November 2, 2009 9:34 PM
The United States economy might not be doing so well, but local economies are fighting back.
Posted by MSN Money on Monday, November 2, 2009 9:30 PM
The mighty U.S. dollar has tumbled over the past five years and is likely to keep falling. Here's how it could change your life.
Posted by MSN Money on Monday, November 2, 2009 9:27 PM
Or francs. Or pounds. Whatever protection you gain by investing outside the U.S., you get that much more by investing outside the dollar.
Posted by MSN Money on Monday, November 2, 2009 9:22 PM
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