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How to curb online spendingImpulse buying is much more difficult to control online than it is in a store. Tricks like not storing your billing information and keeping a running list of purchases can help control online spending impulses.
Stocks fall on grim Caterpillar outlookStocks were tugged lower Wednesday by a grim earnings report from the world's largest construction equipment company. That makes two consecutive days of losses for stocks, the first time that's happened all month.
Europe: Slowly pulling out of crisis?Although experts predicted that European countries would not be able to eliminate their deficits while Germany kept up its surplus, Karlsson notes that exactly that has happened: several countries, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy, are all back to reporting budget surpluses.
2014 Mazda CX-5: Sporty styling. Compact crossover.The Mazda CX-5, selling for $21,195, features sporty looks, excellent handling, and among the best fuel economy for non-hybrid crossovers.
OECD cracks down on tax-dodging companiesThe OECD released a report last week announcing it would take steps to stop multinational corporations like Starbucks, Apple, and Google, from dodging taxes. The report is the first step of many to come, but Gleckman says it's a good sign.
Budgeting in a world without cash? Here's how.Techniques like putting spare change in jars or writing down all your expenses in a notebook don't work well when you mostly spend money using credit cards or debit cards. Hamm offers advice for budgeting in a post-cash world.
Bitcoin Ponzi scheme: SEC charges Texas manBitcoin Ponzi scheme raised at least $4.5 million from investors in the digital currency. But SEC says Bitcoin operator used some proceeds for personal expenses, then covered withdrawals with money from new investors.
Steve McQueen: His last ride is on the auction blockSteve McQueen was an avid car and motorcycle collector. But this 1952 Chevy pickup truck was the last vehicle Steve McQueen ever drove.
College choices increasingly driven by money, says surveyParents are no longer footing the bill for college. Scholarships, grants, and loan packages are covering tuition now, leading to choices based more on finances than academics, like less expensive colleges and more marketable majors.
Bentley SUV to start production for 2016Bentley SUV will share a platform with Audi Q7, Porsche Cayenne, and Volkswagen Touareg. Bentley expects its SUV to become the brand's top seller.
Stocks flat after mixed earnings reportsStocks closed mostly lower Tuesday, but only slightly. Encouraging and discouraging reports seemed evenly matched, leaving the stock market flat.
61 tons of silver: biggest haul from a shipwreckFlorida company recovers 61 tons of silver from World War II shipwreck off coast of Ireland. At current silver prices, the 61 tons is worth more than $34 million.
Test drive: 2014 Ford FocusIs it worth it? The 2014 Ford Focus blows away all your assumptions about small cars, boasting a sleek design, affordable price, and strong safety ratings.
California economy is on the comeback trail. Can America follow?The sheer size of California means its economic recovery is good for America, too. But much of what is working well for the state, including its location, won't necessarily translate.
Horse in McDonald's: Horses apparently not welcome at McDonald'sHorse in McDonald's: A woman on horseback who attempted to order from McDonald's drive-thru window subsequently went inside with her horse, which proceeded to register its displeasure on the fast-food restaurant's floor.
How long could you go without spending any money?A day? A week? Hamm says imagining how long you could go without spending any money is a good way to figure out what your financial priorities are.
Taco Bell nixes kids meals. Not a nutrition move, but advocates praise it.Taco Bell announced Tuesday that it was getting rid of its kids menu and doubling up on successful efforts to cater to the young adult market. Taco Bell's announcement had little to do with nutritional concerns, but it still pleased food advocates.
Back to school: How to save money on clothesBack to school sales are already starting to crop up at may retailers, even though it's the middle of summer. Here's how to make the most of this year's back to school sales.
Should you pay off your mortgage or invest?When mortgage rates sink, you might think it's smart to invest your money elsewhere. Hamm says otherwise: make extra payments on your mortgage when you can, because paying off a low-interest mortgage early is a smart long-term decision.
Stocks edge higher, helped by gold minersStocks overcame some disappointing quarterly performances Monday with gold and copper prices boosting mining companies. That helped nudge stocks to another all-time high.
