Jul 24: After months of rising oil prices, crude has finally started to fall from record levels. Is it possible that oil below $100 and gas under $4 a gallon are in sight? (
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Jul 23: Yes, the economy is in rough shape. But consumers still are spending and that's helped lift profits at companies like Pepsi, Mickey D's and Hershey. (
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Jul 22: Bad news from AmEx and Wachovia should serve as a reminder that it's still a troubling time for many financial stocks. (
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Jul 21: Even though Yahoo has settled with activist shareholder Carl Icahn, Microsoft is still circling. And Jerry Yang's job may not be safe. (
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Jul 18: ...drugs? Biotechs, pharma companies and medical equipment firms have outperformed the broader market during the past few weeks. Here's why they may stay healthy. (
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Jul 17: Wall Street's been in a better mood the past few days but there is still skepticism about whether the worst is really over just yet. (
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Jul 16: Investors who bet that stocks will fall are getting blamed by some for the current market mess. But it would be a huge mistake to crack down on the shorts. (
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Jul 15: In sobering testimony to the Senate Banking Committee, Fed chair Ben Bernanke says the credit crunch and inflation are both key concerns. (
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Jul 14: The central bank has been justifiably on inflation watch lately. But fears about a Fannie and Freddie meltdown may force the Fed to hold back on rate hikes. (
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Jul 11: Yes, there is a lot of fear about what's next for the government-sponsored mortgage giants. But Fannie and Freddie are unlikely to go away. This too will pass. (
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Jul 10: For the second time in the past few months, the Oracle of Omaha's Berkshire Hathaway is helping to finance a big deal. That's an encouraging sign. (
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Jul 9: The health of the economy and markets will depend largely on what happens to oil prices. That means the situation in Middle East may trump everything else. (
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Jul 8: How fragile is this market? A report about a potential accounting change jolted stocks even though oil was lower and the dollar was higher. (
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Jul 7: Alcoa and GE will kick off second-quarter earnings season this week. And overall growth will probably look a lot like the first quarter. That's not good. (
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Jul 3: A jobs report that failed to live up to the most gloomy forecasts and signs that Europe may hold off on more rate hikes could help the greenback. (
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Jul 2: The market's showing some tentative signs of recovery despite more gloomy economic and corporate news. Is that a good sign? (
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Jul 1: The European Central Bank is expected to boost a key rate Thursday in order to fight inflation. The move may cause a weaker dollar and force the Fed's hand. (
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Jun 30: It was an abysmal first half of the year for the economy and markets. But experts say the worst thing to do now is act like Chicken Little. (
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Jun 25: not what it does. With the market expecting the central bank to keep rates at 2%, investors will focus closely on the wording of the Fed's statement. (
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Jun 24: The struggling automaker's stock came close to hitting a 33-year low this week. Plus: What companies could replace it. (
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Jun 23: Shares of food, grain and fertilizer firms are on fire this year thanks to strong demand and surging commodity prices. But are the stocks still worth buying? (
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Jun 20: With oil prices rising and the dollar weakening, gold has climbed back above $900. But there's not much more headroom. (
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Jun 19: There are rumors that the troubled investment bank is for sale. But even if someone is brave enough to buy Lehman, it would probably be at a discount. (
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Jun 18: A tepid outlook from the package delivery company is not a good sign, showing that high oil prices are starting to really squeeze corporate profits. (
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Jun 17: Only a few weeks ago, the 10-Year Treasury yielded 4%. Now yields are up to nearly 4.25%. How much higher will yields climb? (
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Jun 16: FCC chair Kevin Martin is supporting the satellite radio merger. Final approval of the deal has been long overdue for both customers and investors. (
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Jun 13: Experts expect a wave of deals in the second half of the year, news that could lift the markets. (
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Jun 12: More and more banks are slashing their dividends or announcing new subprime bombshells. But some banks are holding up just fine. (
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Jun 11: The CEO of Russian oil firm Gazprom, the world's largest energy company, is predicting a huge jump in the price of oil. Could he possibly be right? (
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Jun 10: The Federal Reserve has been talking tough about inflation and the weak dollar. But some want action sooner rather than later. (
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Jun 9: After a freaky Friday for the markets, investors shouldn't succumb to the urge to panic. In fact, this is a good buying opportunity for smart investors. (
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Jun 6: A big spike in unemployment is the latest sign that businesses are starting to feel the pinch from the weak economy. But some see hope on the horizon. (
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Jun 5: Private-equity firms bought Alltel for about $27.5 billion last year and now they've sold for just a tiny premium. Will other deals disappoint too? (
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Jun 4: There is a tug of war on Wall Street. Bulls are cheering the decline in oil prices. But bears are more loudly showing concern about the woeful state of the financial sector. (
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Jun 3: Bernanke strongly suggested that the central bank is going to keep rates steady for the foreseeable future (
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Jun 2: It looks increasingly likely the Fed is through cutting rates - and that argues for a strengthening greenback and an end to surging oil prices. (
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May 30: Even without the added drama of a possible Anheuser-Busch takeover, shares of brewers, distiller and vintners are good bets. (
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May 29: The yield on the benchmark 10-year note is at its highest level since January, and experts believe long-term rates will climb even more. (
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May 28: Yes, the economy is in rough shape. But comparisons to the Great Depression are misguided. (
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May 27: Buffett says we're there. Greenspan says we're likely so. It may not be official, but the question is: How long will the funk last? (
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May 23: Many CNNMoney.com readers say they'd tolerate higher fares if it meant better service. Are you listening airline execs? (
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May 22: Yes, it stinks that airlines now charge you for things that used to be free. But with jet fuel costs skyrocketing, rational pricing is the only way airlines can stay alive. (
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May 21: Consumers may be ticked off about the rise in oil prices. But the pain at the pump is a little less severe for those who've invested in surging energy stocks. (
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May 20: Consumers may be pulling back as oil and food prices surge. But retailers with a focus on value, corporate customers and overseas markets are holding up well. (
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May 19: Microsoft is talking with Yahoo again. But so what? A merger will happen eventually and the longer this soap opera goes on, the stronger Google will get. (
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May 16: The housing market is still a mess but funds that invest in real estate stocks are on fire this year. Here's why the comeback may be for real. (
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May 15: Yields on the benchmark 10-Year Treasury are approaching 4%. Here's why they'll hit that level soon and keep climbing. (
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May 14: Historically, the Fed has been quiet leading up to an election. But some traders think the Fed could raise rates as soon as October. (
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May 13: HP's deal for EDS is a sign that companies sitting on a lot of cash are ready to put some of their money to work...and that's a good omen for the markets. (
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May 12: A small bank in Arkansas was recently shut down for "unsafe and unsound practices." More banks are probably going to meet the same fate. (
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May 9: The unwillingness of Europe's central banks to cut rates will eventually lead to a continental slowdown, a stronger dollar and lower oil prices. (
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May 6: Big losses at Fannie Mae, UBS and D.R. Horton show that the banking and housing sectors are still hurting. But don't ignore strength in other sectors. (
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May 5: Microsoft offered $47.5 billion for Yahoo before walking away. Yahoo is now worth $33.5 billion. If Yahoo's turnaround fails, it may crawl back to Microsoft. (
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May 2: The economy is still weak but the latest job numbers prove once again that the worst may be over. (
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May 1: Spending rose more than expected in March. Much of that is due to rising food and gas prices but the consumer is still hanging in there despite recession fears. (
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Apr 30: It's hard to get excited about 0.6% growth but at least GDP didn't fall in the first quarter. But can the economy avoid a drop in the second quarter? (
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Apr 29: It's fashionable to characterize Big Oil as greedy gougers that should have their profits taxed more heavily. Here's why that's foolish thinking. (
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Apr 28: The Oracle's investment in Wrigley and Kirk Kerkorian's increased stake in Ford are healthy signs of a market recovery. (
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Apr 25: The credit crunch may be behind us and earnings have been better than expected. That could lead to happier times if the Fed starts focusing on inflation. (
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Apr 24: Activist shareholders Nelson Peltz and Carl Icahn are raising a ruckus. Are their rumblings good for shareholders? (
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Apr 23: Consumers and investors are worried about rising crude prices as oil costs start to eat into personal income and corporate profits. (
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Apr 22: Microsoft and Yahoo. EA and Take-Two. The return of hostile takeover bids is a good sign since it shows that strong companies are willing to put cash to work. (
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Apr 21: Consumers may be skittish in this weak economy but they haven't completely closed their wallets. Here's which companies will benefit. (
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Apr 18: The weak greenback has hurt investors and consumers. But some see hope that the dollar will bounce back...which could mean relief on the inflation front. (
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Apr 17: Some companies are meeting estimates and some are missing forecasts. Some are warning about the future but Big Blue 'feels good.' What's an investor to do? (
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Apr 16: Housing headaches get all the headlines, but many CNNMoney.com readers say they are more concerned about rising food and gas prices than the credit crunch. (
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Apr 15: Rising oil and food prices fuel a much bigger jump than expected in producer prices. That's hurting the economy, and has to have the Fed worried. (
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Apr 14: With banks imploding and consumers pulling back on spending, one safe haven for the market could be in the stodgy industrials sector. (
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Apr 11: Strong global sales can't keep GE from feeling the impact of the U.S. economic woes...and the poor results extend beyond just problems in the credit markets. (
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Apr 10: There's much ado about Yahoo with AOL, Microsoft and News Corp. all circling the search engine. But Google is sitting pretty and its stock is cheap. (
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Apr 9: JPMorgan Chase reportedly made an offer for Washington Mutual that WaMu rejected. So who will the big bank target next? (
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Apr 8: AMD's job cuts are the latest sign that the weak economy is wreaking havoc on the technology sector. But there are signs of hope for longer-term investors. (
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Apr 7: The latest round of earnings reports kicks off today. Alcoa's profits, like those of many other companies, will be bad. But hopes for a profit recovery are building. (
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Apr 4: After a much weaker jobs report, will the Fed be forced to do another big rate cut later this month against its better judgment? Hopefully not. (
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Apr 3: Disgruntled Bear Stearns investors have had to accept a $10 takeover offer. But one fund manager saw early warning signs and sold at $120. (
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Apr 2: The Federal Reserve chairman could inspire more confidence if he just admitted the economy is in recession and that he has a plan to get us out of it. (
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Apr 1: On the first day of the second quarter, investors are shrugging off bad news from the financial sector and are accentuating the positive. Is the worst really over? (
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Mar 31: The Treasury Secretary's proposal to give the Federal Reserve more power to regulate Wall Street isn't perfect. But it's a step in the right direction. (
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Mar 28: More and more investors are investing overseas as a way to diversify as well as escape the recession fears that have plagued Wall Street. (
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Mar 27: Homebuilders like Lennar keep reporting losses and warn that it won't get better soon. So why are the stocks among this year's biggest winners? (
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Mar 26: More woes about banks and the economy will probably overshadow good news from Motorola and Ford. But investors seem to be taking the bad news in stride. (
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Mar 25: More banks may want help from the Federal Reserve to buy out struggling financials at fire-sale prices. The Fed should show some restraint. (
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Mar 24: Ideally, the government shouldn't have to monitor the actions of big banks. But the Bear Stearns mess proves Wall Street needs to be saved from itself. (
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Mar 21: Falling long-term Treasury yields could eventually help consumers - but also may be a sign of continued concern about the economy. (
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Mar 20: Shares of strong companies in beaten down sectors that have gained ground in spite of recession fears might be worth a look. (
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Mar 19: Yes, the central bank delivered another big rate cut. But it may also be getting ready to stop cutting rates so it can fight inflation and the weak dollar. (
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Mar 18: The market is showing tentative signs of recovery. Here's why investors should be encouraged....even though they also need to be prepared for more volatility. (
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Mar 17: Bear Stearns is saved by JPMorgan Chase and the Fed keeps cutting rates to help other banks. But consumers get hurt as savings rates plunge. (
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Mar 14: Even though many of the economic headlines are scary, this is precisely the time for smart investors to put money to work. (
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Mar 13: Ugly retail sales and a somber forecast from CFOs point to recession, but rising oil and gold prices and a weak dollar show inflation. What's Ben Bernanke to do? (
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Mar 12: Wall Street's big move Tuesday does not mean that the worst is over for bank stocks. There are some values in the market but investors need to be careful. (
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Mar 11: As bad as the housing and credit markets are, many CNNMoney.com readers seem to be a lot more worried about inflation than an economic slowdown. (
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Mar 10: Yes, the economy is in rough shape. But if the Fed keeps cutting rates, it risks further weakening the anemic dollar...and spurring more inflation. (
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Feb 22: Market volatility in the final hour is a sign that nobody really knows where Wall Street is headed for the next few months. (
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Feb 21: If you look past the big energy giants like Exxon Mobil and Chevron, there are still many good bargains in the energy sector. (
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Feb 20: High inflation may keep the Fed from lowering interest rates much further...and that could lead the economy to weaken even more next year. (
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Feb 19: There is a rally on Wall Street Tuesday despite weak guidance from Wal-Mart, another bank writedown and surging oil prices. Are investors no longer afraid? (
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Feb 18: The satellite radio companies announced merger plans a year ago but regulators are taking their time. It's time for them to say yes. (
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Feb 15: Everybody is talking about a U.S. recession...but there are still plenty of good investment opportunities if you look at the rest of the globe. (
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