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Green Mountain Coffee shares surge

Shares of Green Mountain Coffee Roasters were up nearly 25% Thursday after the company reported stellar earnings for the previous quarter. More

American's bankruptcy fuels merger talk

US Airways admits to looking at a possible deal and Delta is reportedly interested. Analysts say a deal is more likely if cost-cutting plans are approved. More

What will Facebook do with $9 billion?

Here's four key areas where Facebook could deploy its big cash stash.  More

Obama: Jesus would back my tax-the-rich policy

President Obama said at the National Prayer Breakfast that his policy proposals are shaped by his religious beliefs. More

From six figures to the poverty line

Meet one family of five that is barely getting by on what they describe as 'teenage salaries' Play

Kodak breaking up with the Oscars

Kodak seeks to end its contract with Kodak Theatre, which hosts the Academy Awards in Hollywood. More

Facebook's ripple effect: Zynga spikes 17%

Now that Facebook has finally filed to raise $5 billion in an initial public offering, the excitement for social media investments is skyrocketing. More

Carlyle's proposed IPO disaster

The private equity powerhouse's proposed IPO is an affront on shareholder rights and any sense of corporate accountability. More

Bernanke: Fed will protect U.S. economy

Bernanke tells House panel that recovery is 'frustratingly slow,' says central bank working to protect U.S. from European crisis. More

Unemployment claims fall

About 367,000 people filed for initial unemployment benefits last week, marking a 12,000 drop from the prior week. More

'Bayou Billionaires' brings gas boom to reality TV

Louisiana family that struck it rich on natural gas drilling profiled on new reality show. More

Challenger: Job cuts increased in January

Planned job cuts for January totaled 53,486, according to a report from outplacement consulting firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas, a 28% increase. More

More money, more votes: The billion dollar campaign

Individuals and corporations are using new outside expenditure groups to influence political campaigns in a big way. More

Stock picks from Fed officials

Roughly 600 pages of financial disclosures released this week show wide range of investments from regional Fed presidents, from farmland to AIG. More

Stocks stall ahead of jobs report

U.S. stocks struggle for direction ahead of key jobs data Friday. Federal Reserve chairman Ben Bernanke says the recovery is 'frustratingly slow.' Greek debt talks progress, but no deal has been announced.  More

Payroll tax holiday running down

Lawmakers have less than a month to overcome their differences about how to pay for two key extensions that many economists say can help bolster GDP and jobs. More

Investing overseas: Find the right balance

Overseas markets, roiled by debt woes in Europe and slowing growth in Asia, look like a high-wire act. A few simple moves can help you cash in on the opportunities while lowering the risk your portfolio will tumble.  More

Small biz scores huge Angry Birds deal

SwaddleDesigns, a Seattle-based small business maker, scores first-ever license to make baby products for the mega-popular Angry Birds brand. More

Facebook IPO highlights 'The Hacker Way'

In a letter to investors included in Facebook's IPO filing, CEO Mark Zuckerberg outlined at hacking culture at the core of the company's philosophy.  More

Facebook files for $5 billion IPO

Facebook's IPO documents shine a long-awaited light on its financial inner workings.  More

Zuckerberg's stake is worth $16 billion

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg owns more than a quarter of Facebook's stock, making him one of the richest people in the world on paper. More

The risks that killed MF Global

A House subcommittee will examine the role of risk management in MF Global's downfall at a hearing on Thursday. More

Facebook IPO: Morgan Stanley is big winner

Morgan Stanley wins the coveted position as lead underwriter. JPMorgan Chase and Goldman Sachs take the second and third spots on the company's first SEC filing.  More

Wall Street bets big on Romney

Wall Street is throwing its weight behind Mitt Romney for president. But President Obama is still getting some bucks from the financial sector. More

Romney: "I'm not concerned about the very poor"

Mitt Romney says on CNN that he's not worried about the very poor because they have a "very ample safety net." But some question whether the government is doing enough. More

American Airlines plans to cut 13,000 jobs

AMR CEO Thomas Horton warns it will have many fewer people as No. 3 American Airlines cuts jobs to work its way through bankruptcy. More

Romney: Poor have safety net

Mitt Romney says he's worried about middle-income Americans and that the 'very poor' in the U.S. have a safety net. Play

U.S. goes after three ex-Credit Suisse bankers

Former Credit Suisse traders David Higgs and Salmaan Siddiqui admit to charges related to mortgage bond fraud, while a third remains at large.  More

Whirlpool surges 17%

The appliance maker issued a strong outlook for 2012, generating strong investor interest in the stock ... for now. More

Job growth slows in January

Private sector hiring slowed in January, as businesses added 170,000 jobs to their payrolls. December number revised lower. More

AOL's sales still sliding, but declines are slowing

AOL's fourth-quarter earnings are still in decline, but the rate of the slide is slowing. More

Amazon isn't perfect

The online retailer isn't struggling despite missing on sales. But at the end of the day, Amazon is still a low-margin retailer. Play

China manufacturing gives off mixed signals

Chinese PMI reading from government signals expansion in manufacturing, while HSBC report shows contraction for 3rd straight month. More

Chrysler: From bankruptcy to profit in 2 years

Chrysler Group's earnings of $182 million completes comeback that includes federal bailout, bankruptcy and purchase by Fiat Group. More

NYSE-Frankfurt stock exchange merger blocked

European Commission blocks proposed merger of exchange operators Deutsche Boerse and NYSE Euronext.  More

Facebook readies for blockbuster IPO

Facebook's IPO is imminent -- and the hard numbers in its filing will have implications for the social media market at large. More

Europe's debt crisis: Where things stand

There is growing optimism in global financial markets that the eurozone debt crisis is finally improving. But problems in Greece and Portugal remain unresolved.  More

Wall Street extends rally into February

U.S. stocks gain as investors welcome strong overseas manufacturing data and declines in euro-area government bond yields. Facebook IPO speculation boosts banks.  More

What will become of Romney's fortune?

In order to avoid conflicts of interest and satisfy ethics watchdogs, soon-to-be presidents often sell assets or relinquish control of their investments to a trustee. More

Is J.C. Penney the future of retail?

Investors are clearly hoping that's the case. The stock has been on a tear since former Apple retail exec and new CEO Ron Johnson launched a bold, new pricing strategy. More

Super Bowl ad calls on entrepreneurs

One of the nation's largest foundations is using a Super Bowl ad to tell all aspiring entrepreneurs they are the key to the U.S. economic recovery. More

Fed official owned shares of AIG, GE

New York Fed President William Dudley owned more than $100,000 stock in AIG and General Electric, two firms that received government assistance. More

Amazon earnings OK, but stock slides 10%

Amazon's fourth-quarter earnings per share more than doubled expectations, but both sales and outlook were light. More

Wall Street pays big to influence Washington

Investment firms and banks spend more than $150 million to influence Washington officials, with emphasis on getting the ear of reform law regulators. More

After Davos: Making the case for global optimism

If the World Economic Forum wants to continue contributing answers to the challenges facing the world and not just raising questions, it should pay closer attention to what the optimists in the room are saying. More

Perfect Hedge: 56 found guilty of insider trading

The government has charged more than 60 people so far in an unprecedented crackdown on insider trading known as Operation Perfect Hedge. More

Chinese auto parts could spark next trade fight

Unions, trade groups and Democratic lawmakers from industrial Midwest call on Obama administration to take action against rising tide of Chinese auto parts. More

Why McDonald's should have known better

Any company that tries to ask, "Hey Internet, what do you think about me?" should be prepared for a mixed response. More

What right-to-work laws really mean

Indiana could become the first state to embrace a right-to-work law in more than a decade, alarming organized labor proponents who fear a shift in public support for workers' rights. More

Colbert super PAC rakes in $1 million

Americans For A Better Tomorrow, Tomorrow reported Tuesday that it has raised $1,023,121.24, according to a document filed with the Federal Election Commission. More

Deficits to decrease - but not for long

Federal deficits are expected to fall over the next few years but then start to climb, the Congressional Budget Office says. More

Debt collector to pay $2.5 million penalty

Federal Trade Commission hits Asset Acceptance with $2.5 million fine and reinforces certain debt collection requirements, ending 6-year investigation.  More

American Airlines to lay out cuts to unions

Bankrupt airline expected to announce longer hours for flight crews, shift of maintenance work overseas and dumping underfunded pensions on government agency. More

Home prices post steep decline in November

Prices fell steeply for the second month in a row. More

Exxon reports $9.4 billion profit

The oil giant says earnings rose 2% in the fourth quarter, despite a drop in oil and gas production. Shares  More

Forget Iran, Iraq is threatening oil prices

Uptick in violence post-U.S. withdrawal sparks fears that Iraq may not be able to deliver on its lofty oil production targets. More

S&P, Dow wrap up best January in 21st century

U.S. stocks drifted on either side of breakeven Tuesday after worse-than-expected housing and manufacturing data tempered enthusiasm over Europe's 'progress.' More

Gingrich's out-of-this-world ideas

Newt Gingrich has a slew of big - and unconventional - ideas for the economy. More

I left Wall Street to become a monk

Meet Rasanath Dasa, a man who walked away from a job in investment banking paying six figures to become a Hindu monk. Play

Which pays better: Government or private sector?

CBO report finds average compensation is higher for federal workers who have a master's degree or less. Those with more advanced degrees do better in the private sector. More

Worst place to lose your job: Florida

Florida has the highest rate of long-term unemployment in the nation. Some 53% of those without jobs have been out of work for at least six months. More

Facebook: Bankers trade fees for bragging rights

Facebook could get itself a bargain on bank fees for its initial public offering with underwriters possibly willing to charge as little as 1% to get a slice of the IPO. More

EU leaders back fiscal pact, bigger firewall

Most leaders of the 27-nation EU agree to a fiscal compact and endorse a plan to strengthen a financial firewall against the debt crisis. No new help for Greece.  More

Freddie Mac: A mess, and likely to stay that way

Despite attacks from both the left and right, reform of Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae isn't likely to take place anytime soon. More

Carnival alters forecast after cruise ship tragedy

Carnival projects a hit of up to $395 million from the Costa Concordia tragedy off Italy as well as the rising cost of fuel.  More

Obama's tax record

Republicans make the president out to be the tax-hiker-in-chief. Obama portrays himself as a tax cutter for the masses but not the rich. The truth is much more mixed. More

It's the economy - and CEO pay, stupid

Execs have little incentive to act in the best interests of their companies because of the way they are paid, creating an ugly economic chain reaction. What will stop this collision course? More

The Facebook ripple effect

Facebook hasn't filed for an IPO yet, but investors 'like' other social media stocks and Facebook investors. Play

BofA CEO: Our strategy is working

Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan says the bank is starting to earn money, build its capital ratios and clean up its mortgage business. Play

Geithner: Europe, Iran are our biggest risks

Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner says that U.S. economic recovery is threatened by the European debt crisis and Iran's nuclear threats. Play

Biz lobby: Obama wants to tax, tax, tax

U.S. Chamber of Commerce CEO Tom Donohoe says the president's State of the Union proposals were about more taxes, regulations, and no growth. Play

Lagarde: Everyone needs to ante up

IMF Chief Christine Lagarde says all countries in the fund need to help resolve the European debt crisis. Play

Bill Gates: Rich should pay more taxes

The Microsoft founder and philanthropist says that the wealthiest Americans should pay a larger share of taxes than they do. Play

How a relaxed visa policy creates jobs

Marriott's Arne Sorenson says easier visa policy could attract millions more travelers to the U.S. and create jobs in the service sector. Play

Walmart's push into Africa

Walmart International President and CEO Doug McMillon explains the strategy behind the retailer's foray into emerging African markets. Play

Walmart's push into Africa

Walmart International President and CEO Doug McMillon explains the strategy behind the retailer's foray into emerging African markets. Play

Roubini: Europe needs a 'bazooka'

Economist Nouriel Roubini says the European Union is facing a 'fiscal train wreck', and needs a financial bazooka to stimulate growth. Play

Soros: Why I support the Buffett rule

Billionaire George Soros says he would be significantly hit by a minimum 30% tax on the rich but he thinks it is appropriate. Play

Steve Jobs looms large at State of the Union

President Obama and Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels cite the Apple co-founder as a model entrepreneur and job creator. Play

Is this the future of mobile payments?

SCVNGR founder Seth Priebatsch hopes his new LevelUp app can use deals to get customers to pay for goods with their smartphones. Play

Coke CEO pushes free trade with China

Muhtar Kent, Coca-Cola's Chairman and CEO, says the US and China need a free trade agreement to spur growth for companies in both countries. Play

Converse searches for music 'All-Stars'

Sneaker co. Converse's new recording studio offers free, no strings attached sessions to indie bands in the hopes of social media hype. Play

LA Dodgers bidders line up billions

Potential buyers are submitting bids to purchase the Los Angeles Dodgers and suitors are expected to drive the price north of $1.5 Bln. Play

Techapalooza! Better wear Blue

IBM sizzled. Google fizzled. And Intel and Microsoft defied the PC slowdown to top forecasts. Play

How Nike keeps running up profits

With the stock up 120% in the last three years, Nike pushes more retail in emerging markets. Play

Google is A-OK with Oklahoma

Google, No. 1 on Fortune's Best Companies to Work For, brings its famously fun work culture to a town of 9,000 in the middle of Oklahoma. Play

What is SOPA?

The anti-piracy bill is the subject of an intense debate in Washington and across the country -- but what exactly does the bill do? Play

Yang-less Yahoo! could be on the market

Yahoo! co-founder Jerry Yang steps down in a surprise move while RIM's stock suffers after Samsung denies takeover rumors. Play

Backyards leased for $5,000 an acre

Eastern Ohio residents are cleaning up from the state's fracking boom, with 1,000 new jobs at a local plant and great rates for leasing the land in their backyards. Play

Scalping iPhones in China

Apple took the iPhone 4S off the shelves of some of its Chinese stores yet scalpers offer it for a hefty markup just outside Apple's doors. Play

Bad news for banks is bad news for all

Citi, JPMorgan Chase, and other Wall Street banks need to be doing better in order to have a sustainable recovery. Play

How Apple's Siri works

The voice-control technology that powers the iPhone's "digital assistant" is gradually creeping into TVs and other electronics. Play

Brazilians buying up Florida

CNN's John Zarrella reports on cash flush Brazilians looking and finding deals in Southern Florida. Play

Ohio's mysterious man-made earthquakes

Youngstown, Ohio has seen 11 earthquakes since March and scientists say injection of fracking waste deep underground triggered them. Play

Best and worst of CES 2012

From ultrabooks to a $30,000 iPod dock, the 2012 Consumer Electronics Show ran the gamut from "great" to "really?" Play

Film icon Polaroid's digital reinvention

The historic film company is trying to pull off a balancing act: retaining its instant-satisfaction roots while adding modern, digital twists. Play
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