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Stocks rise; Mattel, Coke among earnings winnersStrong performances from a handful of companies including Barbie maker Mattel, and Coca-Cola pushed the Dow Jones average up for only the third day this month. The closely-watched index closed up 78 points to land at 12,805.
Bullish in Britain: Will lower inflation boost the UK economy?The British pound's appreciation relative to a struggling euro means that inflation in the country is finally starting to decrease. Some economists are taking this as a sign the UK market may be turning a corner, as it signals an increase in consumer purchasing power.
Ford Escape recall affects 10,000 cars. Is yours on the list?Ford Escape recall involves certain 2013 models with a carpeting issue that could affect breaking. Owners with cars affected by the Ford Escape recall can have the problem repaired for free.
For shame: Who is really to blame in USOC uniforms spat?In the face of political pressure regarding the use of Chinese manufacturers for Olympic uniforms, the USOC capitulated. But perhaps the more important question is, why is it so much more expensive to manufacture clothing domestically.
Obama says business success takes a village. But do owners agree?Over the weekend President Obama said that small business success is a group effort. But some small business owners disagree, reminding the President that they are the ones who take the risk to launch the business, who do not get paid if something goes wrong.
Stephen Covey, '7 Habits' author, dies at 79Stephen Covey, author of the massive self-help bestseller, 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People,' died Monday in Idaho. Stephen Covey's landmark book sold in excess of 20 million copies in 40 languages and spawned a multimillion-dollar business empire.
Zuckerberg's 1 percent mortgage: Why does a billionaire need a loan?Mark Zuckerberg just refinanced his Palo Alto home with a 30-year, 1.05 percent adjustable mortgage rate. Why do billionaires like Zuckerberg take out home loans, when they could easily buy their properties outright?
Did the Feds rig the system?Bill Bonner and the analysts over at The Daily Reckoning are feeling fairly vindicated this week. They have been investigating how the federal government may have rigged the system over the past 30 years, directing funds to help the rich get richer.
401(k) plans: Is my company's default option the best?401(k) plans expense ratio offered through a reader's job is competitive, but not the best. What are his other options? Question 1 in this week's mailbag deals with how to get the most out of 401(k) plans.
Planned Parenthood sues Arizona for cut fundingPlanned Parenthood sued the state of Arizona Monday in an effort to overturn a law that blocks funding for its health clinics because the organization also performs abortions. The new law is part of a national campaign against Planned Parenthood orchestrated by conservatives.
Comcast, NBC build a wall between MSNBC website, TV channelComcast and NBC draw a line between the liberal commentators of the MSNBC channel and the straight-news MSNBC website.
Yahoo's new CEO: Marissa MayerGoogle Inc's Marissa Mayer will become Yahoo Inc's new chief executive on Tuesday, edging out front-runner and acting CEO Ross Levinsohn.
Retail sales down three months in a row: why economy is coolingBehind the economic gloom that has seen retail activity decline for three straight months are a weak job market, high debt loads, even fears of the looming 'fiscal cliff.'
Buying a new home? Consider downsizing.When you're buying a new home, especially your first, you probably don't need as much house as you think. A smaller fit might be a better (and cheaper) one.
Why women should be happy we can't have it allWomen may still feel pressure from society to have it all, to take care of everything. But choosing and prioritizing will lend greater value to the things that make us happiest.
Is US democracy for sale?Unprecedented income inequality combined with unlimited campaign contributions means that now, more than ever, the democratic process is under the influence of a small number of very wealthy people. Here's how to stop it.
MSNBC.com joint venture dissolved, Microsoft and NBC go separate waysThe breakup announced late Sunday dissolves the final shreds of a 16-year marriage between Microsoft Corp. and NBC News.
For better or worse? Making sense of Ireland's economic progress.Ireland released its latest economic reports last week, and there's good news and bad news. On the one hand, Ireland's economy is no longer contracting; on the other, it isn't recovering at the same speed as some of its northern European neighbors.
Oil prices fall below $87 per barrel on Chinese economic warningsOil prices fell slightly in Asia Monday on downbeat economic comments from China's premier. Oil prices fell 41 cents to $86.69 per barrel.
Gas prices fall 7 cents. But is the decline over?Gas prices hit $3.41 a gallon, down 14 percent from this year's peak. But rising oil prices suggest the decline in gas prices will end.
