Equities Poised to Decline at the Open

Equities Poised to Decline at the Open

Stock futures pointed to a lower open ahead of the latest data on consumer-end inflation and housing.

Dig It: These People Are Burying Their Cash

When banks fail, Americans have a tradition of sticking their money in a nearby alternative: the backyard.

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Index Price   Chg. % Chg.
DJIA 8424.75 Up 151.17 1.83%
Nasdaq 1483.27 - 0.00 0.00%
S&P 500 859.12 - 0.00 0.00%
10 Yr Bd 3.46 Down -0.07 -1.98%
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Brushing Up on a Colgate Bargain

Colgate-Palmolive is being punished for its international exposure.

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Some Funds Ride Japan to the Bottom

Managers held Japanese stocks even as nation sank into recession.

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ETFs Endure Another Session of Wild Swings

ETFs endure up and down day on HP earnings and corporate news.

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Take the Scenic Route and Save

Sick of pricey air travel? Hop on a bus or train and save on cash — and hassles.

Deal of the Day

7 Ways to Protect Your Identity While Shopping

Holiday shopping opens a huge window of opportunity for ID thieves.

Rip-Off of the Week

EBay's Allure Is Going, Going, Gone

Between fees and fixed pricing, it's tough to find a good deal on eBay.

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Holiday Survival Guide

Get the Most Out of Holiday Sales

Holiday sales are being rolled out well before Black Friday this year.

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