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- Tesla Motors joins the NASDAQ-100
Tesla will be included in the NASDAQ-100 next week, becoming the only automaker listed in the index. It means Tesla is being recognized by the financial world as a legitimate force rather than a potentially unstable newcomer.
- Ford F-250 'wins' title of most stolen car in America
The Ford F-250 pickup has become the favorite vehicle of US car thieves, according to a new report. The Ford F-250 knocked the Cadillac Escalade from the top spot.
- Make your car last: 7 tips A new car begins to lose value the minute you drive it off the lot. But with these seven tips, you can limit trips to the mechanic and increase your vehicle's resale value.
- Stop buying convenience foods. Save money.
Convenience foods like vendor sandwiches and pre-made salads can save a minute or two of your time, but the financial costs far outweigh the time saved.
- Latvia picks up the euro. It won't change much.
Latvia's entry into the Eurozone will not affect exchange rates or monetary policies, Karlsson says.
- Stocks rise for fourth straight day
Stocks edged higher Tuesday as investors bought companies that fare best when the economic outlook is bright. Gains in stocks were led by riskier parts of the market.
- Deals to beat the heat: Discounts on grills, swings, and more.
Furnishing your backyard or patio for the summer? Take advantage of deals on lounge chairs, BBQ grills, and outdoor pools at retailers this week.
- Three questions to ask when setting your own salary
Entrepreneurs should set their minimum salary based on a number of factors, including what the company's revenue is like during both the ups and the downs and what their lifestyle demands.
- Kroger to buy Harris Teeter Supermarkets for $2.44B
Kroger, the country's largest traditional supermarket operator, has agreed to buy Harris Teeter Supermarkets for about $2.44 billion in cash, boosting its presence in southeastern and mid-Atlantic markets. Kroger will pay $49.38 for each of Harris Teeter's shares.
- Twinkies comeback: same cakes, longer shelf life
Hostess Brands says when Twinkies return to stores, they will have a shelf life of 45 days, compared to their previous 26. Twinkies are scheduled to hit the shelves again next week.
- Mercedes-Benz, Infiniti offer best customer service, study says.
While Mercedes-Benz and Infiniti ranked at the top of a customer satisfaction survey, Scion and Mitsubishi dealerships trailed behind other brands at the low end of the spectrum.
- Asiana Airlines crash: Shares plunge as airline faces scrutiny
Asiana Airlines is facing intense scrutiny after its Boeing 777 flight crashed Saturday in San Francisco. Although shares of Asiana Airlines dropped to their lowest level in three years, an aviation safety expert says he is optimistic about the airline's future.
- Smart tax reform could shrink the government.
Senate Finance Committee Chairman Sen. Max Baucus (D-Mont.) and House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Rep. Dave Camp (R-Mich.) could not only push forward a more fair, pro-growth tax code but also shrink the government's role in the economy, Marron says.
- Golden Corral dumpster meat video prompts investigation
Golden Corral dumpster, shown in a video posted by an employee, had food in serving trays sitting outdoors. The Golden Corral dumpster video raised sanitation concerns and got a manager fired, but the company claims the employee's father tried to sell the video for thousands.
- The ballad of the flexible budget
It's essential you allow yourself to be flexible with your budget, Hamm says. Recognizing that some portions of your budget (like mortgage payments) should be fixed while others (like food) change from month to month can save you from the stress of trying to stick to a rigid budget.
- Stocks up as corporate earnings kick off
Stocks rose on Wall Street Monday as investors showed some optimism about the start of second-quarter corporate earnings.
- Dell buyout gets a key endorsement from ISS
Dell buyout is being recommended to the tech company's shareholders by ISS, a top proxy advisory firm. The Dell buyout would allow founder Michael Dell and partners to take the company private.
- 2014 Nissan Versa Note: Clever aero, lower weight.
- Is Europe about to 'go American'?
Asset reflation has allowed the US to slowly pull out from the recession, while spending cuts across Europe have crushed recovery, Brown says. Depending on the outcomes of elections in Germany, Europe may begin pursuing much looser monetary policies.
- Tax polluters, not students.
Republicans are willing to impose taxes on college students while shying away from taxing polluters; the GOP has it backwards, Reich says.