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Money - News
- RIM downgraded on competition fears
Sterne Agee downgraded Research In Motion Ltd to "neutral" from "buy," and said it expects increased competition to hurt the BlackBerry maker's margins. (Reuters)
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- Flaherty aims to save business money with tariff cuts
Finance Minister Jim Flaherty announced Sunday the government will scrap 70 tariff items to save Canadian businesses about $32 million a year. (Agence QMI)
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- Twelve days of Christmas to cost 3.5% more
Your partridge and your pear tree are going to cost about 3.5% more this year than last. (Agence QMI)
- 61 days ago, 28 Nov 11, 1:39pm -
- U.S. sees record Black Friday sales
U.S. retailers racked up a record $52.4 billion in sales over the Thanksgiving weekend, a 16.4% jump from a year ago, as early hours and attractive promotions brought out more shoppers. (Reuters)
- 61 days ago, 28 Nov 11, 1:35pm -
XE Forex News
- NewXE Forex Rates at 2012-01-28 02:00 UTC
XE hourly rates at 2012-01-28 02:00 UTC
- 54 mins ago, 28 Jan 12, 2:00am -
- NewUPDATE 1-US Republican senator wants Keystone XL bill
U.S. Republican Senator John Hoeven is set to introduce legislation on Monday seeking to bypass President Barack Obama and empower Congress to approve the controversial Keystone XL pipeline, an aide said on Friday.
- 1 hour ago, 28 Jan 12, 1:27am -
- NewNew Zealand Dollar Overbought, Fundamentals To Fuel Major Correction
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- NewCanadian Dollar Outlook Turns Bearish
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Martin Lewis' Blog
- Student loans will be interest free for many 2012 starters
.table tr td { border:#000 1px solid } .table tr th { border:#000 1px solid } On principle I hate the fact 2012 uni starters aren’t just going to pay for their education, but for financing it too. For the first time students will be charged ‘real…
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- Why I confidently predict this recession won’t be as ‘severe’ as the last
I normally say I don’t do predictions, so you may be surprised to see me putting my neck on the line in such a way. Yet I haven’t suddenly bought a crystal ball or grown cahoonas the size of an ox, this is a natural conclusion on the back of the…
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- “MoneySavingExpert: a stronger brand than iTunes”
Here at MSE Towers, we’re a little gobsmacked after reading new research about ‘brand strength’. We don’t really think of the site as a brand and we don’t deliberately try and cultivate that image, but it seems we have become one without tr…
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- A40 speed limit: is TFL incompetent or misleading?
The Westway route just out of central London (to Shepherds Bush) is a three lane dual carriage way flyover, so there are no pedestrians. Last February the speed limit was cut from 50mph to 30mph. Apparently this was due to repairs and speeding. Howev…
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The Independent | Money
- NewMoney Insider: Use your mobile to beat those bank charges
Anyone who has accidentally slipped into the red on their current account or exceeded their agreed overdraft limit will have experienced the £20 or £30 rap on the knuckles from their bank for their financial indiscretion.
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- NewShares that will be winners at the summer Games
In exactly five months' time, to the day, the 2012 London Olympics opening ceremony will herald the start of the sporting world's greatest event. As soon as the games, current cost £10bn and counting, were awarded to London in 2005, experts heralded…
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- NewSpotlight On: N&P's 10-year fixed mortgage
The deal
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- NewDerek Pain: High-flying Mears was burnt by the sun after a U-turn
Mears, once a high-flying stock unburdened by niggling investment worries, has suffered some cruel humiliation in recent times. Two months ago it experienced the indignity of a profits warning, sending its shares tumbling to their lowest level for mo…
- 3 hours ago, 28 Jan 12, 12:00am -
Guardian.co.uk | Money
- NewBuying now cheaper than renting, Halifax says
Halifax report comes amid claims that first-time buyers are beginning to return to the property marketBuying a house is now much cheaper than renting, mortgage lender Halifax has claimed, in a remarkable turnaround from three years ago when the soari…
- 3 hours ago, 28 Jan 12, 12:07am -
- NewGeorge Osborne wants business to make the case for scrapping top tax rate
Make the argument for how detrimental the 50% tax rate is for jobs and investment, chancellor tells British executives in DavosGeorge Osborne urged business to make the case for the scrapping of the 50% income tax rate as he gave his clearest signal…
- 3 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 11:38pm -
- NewGym contracts and heartwarming Guardian readers
The distressing story of a pregnant woman chased for payment has put gym contracts in the spotlight – and filled our postbag with offers of helpHow I love Guardian Money readers. Last week our consumer champions Lisa Bachelor and Miles Brignall hig…
- 4 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 11:02pm -
- NewShould I spend my money while I'm young enough to enjoy it?
I'm 50 and would love to travel, but will I regret this when I'm old and having to live frugally?Every week a Guardian Money reader submits a question, and it's up to you to help him or her out – a selection of the best answers will appear in next…
- 4 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 11:02pm -
USATODAY.com Money
- NewEnviros laud California's clean-car mandate
Environmentalists are thrilled that California's clean-air regulations mandates one out of seven cars sold in 2025 be plug-ins or electrics.
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- NewCalifornia passes auto emission, hybrid rules
Air regulators unanimously passed auto emission standards, including a mandate for 1.4 million electric and hybrid vehicles on state roads by ...
- 4 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 10:26pm -
- NewReport: Facebook may file for IPO next week
The six-year-old company is expected to raise $10 billion, with a valuation of between $75 billion and $100 billion.
- 5 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 10:20pm -
- NewStocks end mixed after fourth-quarter GDP report
The economy is growing but more slowly than desired, worrying investors who are counting on strong U.S. growth during the euro crisis.
- 5 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 9:58pm -
ABC News: Money
- NewWatch: Warren Buffett and His Secretary Talk Taxes
Debbie Bosanek represents 'average' income taxes paid in Buffett's office.
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- NewGDP Rose 2.8 Percent in Fourth Quarter
The Commerce Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the gross domestic product, or GDP, for the last three months of 2011.
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- NewBarefoot Bandit Gets Maximum Sentence
The "Barefoot Bandit" got a six and a half year federal sentence in a U.S. District Court in Seattle on Friday.
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- NewCosta Offers $14,460 to Cruise Survivors
Almost two weeks after the Costa Concordia cruise ship crashed off the coast of Italy, leaving at least 16 people dead and 19 missing, Costa Cruises is offering uninjured passengers $14,460, or euro11,000 each to compensate for mental trauma and lost…
- 6 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 8:55pm -
Moneyfacts Articles
- NewAnd the winners are…….
The winners of the Consumer Moneyfacts Awards were announced last night at the HAC in London.
- 12 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 3:14pm -
- NewCMA £1,000 winner reveals her joy
The winner of the £1,000 prize given to one of the voters in the Consumer Moneyfacts Survey has spoken of her joy.
- 13 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 2:23pm -
- All signs point to housing stagnation in 2012
All signs are pointing to a stagnant UK mortgage market in 2012, new research suggests.
- 2 days ago, 26 Jan 12, 10:50am -
- Money in a Minute
Welcome to your weekly dose of the best new products to hit the personal finance market, Money in a Minute.
- 2 days ago, 26 Jan 12, 10:18am -
AARP.org : Money
- Volunteering: Priceless Experience for Free, Learn New Skills ...
Volunteering isn't just about helping others, it's a chance to learn new things, meet new people, and have some FREE fun.
- 1 day ago, 27 Jan 12, 12:00am -
- Financial expert advises to spend, not save, that tax refund ...
Mr. O'Brien said. "For them, other options are more viable, such as paying down credit card debt and putting money in a Roth IRA, if eligible." A recent tax survey ...
- 1 day ago, 27 Jan 12, 12:00am -
- AARP OK - AARP Tax-Aide Offers Free Service
Need help with your taxes? AARP Tax-Aide offers free assistance and preparation giving special attention to people over 60.
- 5 days ago, 23 Jan 12, 12:00am -
- Congress Returns to Battle Over Payroll Tax Cut
We expect that Congress will extend the payroll tax cut, which is set to expire at the end of February, through the end of 2012. But what if it doesn't? How much ...
- 8 days ago, 20 Jan 12, 12:00am -
U.S. News - Money
- New4 Ways to Get a Promotion in 2012
How to climb the corporate ladder, even in a stagnant economy.
- 10 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 4:47pm -
- NewWaiting Out China's Next Growth Spurt
Strategist: It may be time for investors to hold rather than add, unless they’re brave.
- 10 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 4:30pm -
- NewWhat the New Airfare Rules Mean for You
New regulations make it easier for travelers to compare prices in advance.
- 11 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 3:56pm -
- NewBaby Boomers Plan Their Retirement Careers
If you have to work in retirement, try to find a job you will enjoy.
- 12 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 3:05pm -
MoneySense
- NewGuide to insurance
Buying insurance can get pretty complicated. MoneySense looks at getting the insurance you need for less.
- 10 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 5:00pm -
- NewLife insurance: Is term life always enough?
Most families are better off buying cheap, straightforward term insurance, but there are situations where universal or whole life policies make sense.
- 10 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 5:00pm -
- NewRetirement planning: The question you need to ask yourself
There's a huge advertising push to contribute to your RRSP. Before you contribute, ask yourself this question.
- 13 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 2:00pm -
- January 26 Roundup
On prioritizing your financial goals, free activities to save you money and RRSP portfolio picks for 2012.
- 1 day ago, 26 Jan 12, 7:37pm -
Omaha World-Herald > Money
- NewBehind Obama's financial aid 'shopping sheets'
President Barack Obama wants to make it easier to size up the cost of college.
- 3 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 11:38pm -
- NewBluffs chamber: A good year despite flood
Keynote speaker Robert Turner told the crowd gathered at this week's annual Council Bluffs Chamber of Commerce luncheon that the railroad system affects them more than they might imagine.
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- NewBank seeks control of 46 HearthStone houses
HearthStone Homes, one of the Omaha area's biggest homebuilders, has failed to pay a $17.5 million loan and its bank is seeking control of nearly 50 houses, according to a lawsuit filed in Douglas County.
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- NewBusiness digest, Jan. 27
Penney's plan boosts stock
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Top Money stories
- NewStatscan revisions show higher Dec. jobs growth
Canada’s economy created 21,700 net new jobs in December, up from the 17,500 previously reported, according to revised data released by Statistics Canada on Friday.
- 11 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 3:28pm -
- Appliance maker to close in Montreal
A major home-appliance maker will be closing its Montreal plant in 2014, at a cost of nearly 700 jobs.
- 1 day ago, 26 Jan 12, 9:14pm -
- Caterpillar profits surge past expectations
Caterpillar Inc. — parent company of locomotive builder Electro-Motive of London, Ont., where workers have been locked out for 26 days — reported a 58% rise in quarterly earnings Thursday.
- 1 day ago, 26 Jan 12, 6:42pm -
- Consumer demand leads to MMA boom
Walking in various Canadian cities, one cannot help but notice several billboards and advertisements for a relatively new sport called mixed martial arts (MMA) and one of its leading stars - Georges St. Pierre.
- 2 days ago, 25 Jan 12, 10:18pm -
Moneyland
- NewRomney’s Tax Returns Show He Paid More in Taxes Than He Owed
In a deep dive into Mitt Romney’s tax returns, it turns out that the 2012 GOP presidential candidate paid about $44,000 more in taxes than he owed. The New York Times is reporting that Romney’s return overstated capital gains realized by $300,000…
- 6 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 9:03pm -
- NewThe Top 1% Feels An Obligation to Give
Much criticism has been leveled at the 1% lately. But what do they say about themselves? Well, a new study finds that a majority of the wealthiest Americans believe they have a strong responsibility to give back to their community. In a report entitl…
- 8 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 6:46pm -
- NewBernanke to Income-Starved Retirees: Tough Luck
Securing decent retirement income in a low-yield environment is going to be a problem for a long time. Seniors who have been eking by through temporary measures need to find a permanent solution.
- 8 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 6:26pm -
- NewNow There’s Even More Reason to Distrust Online Reviews
The latest sham doesn’t exactly pay customers to write up positive online reviews of products. But it’s more than a little sketchy when a company offers to reimburse people for their purchases if they post a review on Amazon. We’ve all seen onl…
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AP Top Business News
- American economy not healthy yet, but it's healing
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The American economy may not be truly healthy yet, but it's healing....
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- Dow slips to first losing week of 2012
NEW YORK (AP) -- The stock market closed mostly lower Friday, sending the Dow Jones industrial average to its first losing week of 2012, after the government reported that economic growth was slower at the end of last year than economists expecte…
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- Twitter's new censorship plan rouses global furor
NEW YORK (AP) -- Twitter, a tool of choice for dissidents and activists around the world, found itself the target of global outrage Friday after unveiling plans to allow country-specific censorship of tweets that might break local laws....
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- North America boosts Ford in 4Q
DEARBORN, Mich. (AP) -- Ford has shown it can make money even with U.S. car sales at depressed levels. Now it needs to show it can manage a myriad of challenges outside its home region....
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Tampabay | Money
- NewEconomy grew 2.8% last quarter, but the outlook is hazy
Associated PressFriday, January 27, 2012WASHINGTON — The economy grew late last year at a pace that in normal times would suggest it's healthy. But the 2.8 percent annualized growth rate in the October-December quarter — the fastest pace since…
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- NewRomney's tax returns highlight debate: Is labor or investment valued more?
Friday, January 27, 2012WASHINGTON — Why do Mitt Romney and other wealthy investors pay lower taxes on the income they make from investments than they would if they earned their millions from wages? Because Congress, through the tax code, has lon…
- 2 hours ago, 28 Jan 12, 1:09am -
- NewEconomist brings mixed outlook to Pasco business leaders
By Lisa Buie, Times Staff WriterFriday, January 27, 2012SAN ANTONIO — Pasco business leaders got good news and bad news Friday about this year's economic outlook. The good news: It won't get much worse. The bad news: It won't get much better."In…
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- NewPasco business events, beginning Jan. 28 and beyond
By Jean Hayes, Times Staff WriterFriday, January 27, 2012Business digestBrieflyLeadership Pasco, a development program that explores critical issues through a series of seminars and hands-on activities, is accepting applications for its class of 20…
- 4 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 10:26pm -
MONEY® Money News
- NewGiant Food Alerts Customers to Voluntary Recall of Aunt Jemima Frozen Pancakes
Giant Food Alerts Customers to Voluntary Recall of Aunt Jemima Frozen Pancakes PR Newswire LANDOVER, Md., Jan. 27, 2012 Products recalled due to undeclared allergen LANDOVER, Md., Jan. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — Giant Food, LLC, following a recall by…
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- NewBahrain National Commission Advances Independent Commission’s Recommendations
Bahrain National Commission Advances Independent Commission’s Recommendations PR Newswire MANAMA, Bahrain, Jan. 27, 2012 MANAMA, Bahrain, Jan. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — On Wednesday, the National Commission, tasked with overseeing the im…
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- NewBlue Dolphin Announces 2011 Annual Stockholders Meeting Results
Blue Dolphin Announces 2011 Annual Stockholders Meeting Results PR Newswire HOUSTON, Jan. 27, 2012 HOUSTON, Jan. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — Blue Dolphin Energy Company (Nasdaq:BDCO) (“Blue Dolphin”), an independent oil and gas company, today annou…
- 2 hours ago, 28 Jan 12, 12:35am -
- NewInternational Paper, Temple-Inland Extend DOJ Review Period
International Paper, Temple-Inland Extend DOJ Review Period PR Newswire MEMPHIS, Tenn., Jan. 27, 2012 MEMPHIS, Tenn., Jan. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ – International Paper Company (NYSE: IP) and Temple-Inland Inc. (NYSE: TIN) today announced that they…
- 2 hours ago, 28 Jan 12, 12:25am -
Blogging for Change
- Score big with a frugal Super Bowl party
If you’re planning to throw a game-watching party Feb. 5, as the New York Giants face the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLVI, you’re not alone. According to Bloomberg News, an estimated 34.9 million Americans threw Super Bowl parties in 201…
- 3 days ago, 25 Jan 12, 2:49pm -
- Is it time for a credit health check-up?
You can’t have a strong credit history or good credit score without having any credit history at all. And while this is a common problem for young adults and those just entering the work force, it can also be problematic for women. In some cases,…
- 5 days ago, 23 Jan 12, 2:00pm -
- The consequences of financial clutter
You’ve probably heard that being surrounded by physical clutter can make you feel mentally cluttered. Well, the same is true for financial clutter. And as we enter tax season, the results of financial clutter can be especially troublesome. Financ…
- 10 days ago, 18 Jan 12, 1:38pm -
- Don't take financial advice from the silver screen
Millions of people watched the Golden Globe awards Sunday night, and it’s tempting to feel envious of the celebrities who walked the red carpet. However, even though the stars’ lives may appear glamorous, it might not be financially smart to thi…
- 12 days ago, 16 Jan 12, 12:07pm -
Financial Times - Personal Finance
Which.co.uk | Money
- NewJanuary sales: high street shop deals
Which? January sales 2011 guide: find the latest deals and discounts from your favourite high street shops including John Lewis, Marks & Spencer, Comet and more
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- NewDebt management companies - money products to avoid
Don't pay for debt advice when alternatives are available both better and free elsewhere.
- 3 hours ago, 28 Jan 12, 12:00am -
- Over-50s plans - money products to avoid
Many savers would be better off with a cash Isa as over-50s plans often offer poor value.
- 1 day ago, 27 Jan 12, 12:00am -
- 100+ dog entries to front our watchdog campaign
We've had over 100 entries for the Which? Watchdog not Lapdog competition and entries are sill coming in.
- 1 day ago, 27 Jan 12, 12:00am -
Reuters: US Dollar Report
- NewMONEY MARKETS-Euro rates march lower, room for more declines
LONDON, Jan 27 (Reuters) - Euro zone interbank lendingrates continued to fall on Friday with plenty of room to slidefurther given the ample excess liquidity in the banking system,even before the...
- 13 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 1:41pm -
- NewFOREX-Euro firms, yen bounces from recent lows
* Euro rises on hopes of a Greek debt breakthrough * USD/JPY dips on month-end exporter selling * US GDP data awaited By Anirban Nag LONDON, Jan 27 (Reuters) - The euro edged up on...
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- NewGLOBAL MARKETS-Greece hopes keep stocks, euro supported; US GDP eyed
By Alessandra Prentice LONDON, Jan 27 (Reuters) - World stocks hovered near a5-1/2 month high on Friday as investors anticipated an imminentconclusion to Greek debt talks while lower Spanish...
- 14 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 12:48pm -
- NewCORRECTED-Investors cue up Portugal as the next Greece
* Greek-style rescue deal to serve as template for Portugal
- 14 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 12:39pm -
Reuters: Money
- NewFord hit by commodity costs, international woes
(Reuters) - Ford Motor Co reported a lower-than-expected fourth-quarter profit on Friday as commodity costs shot up and results from operations outside North America fell short of expectations.
- 5 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 10:17pm -
- NewObama pushes colleges to keep tuition under control
ANN ARBOR, Michigan (Reuters) - President Barack Obama, appearing before thousands of cheering students at the University of Michigan, touted his plan on Friday to reward colleges that keep their...
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- NewWhat happens when you walk away from your home?
NEW YORK (Reuters) - It was just last summer that Charlotte Perkins made the hardest decision of her life as she and her husband Jim were caught in the vise of the housing bust.
- 7 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 7:52pm -
- NewPimco Total Return ETF may not track mutual fund
(Reuters) - Pacific Investment Management Co is touting the March 1 rollout of its Total Return ETF as a cheaper, more transparent way for mainstream investors to access bond guru Bill Gross.
- 7 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 7:46pm -
My Money Blog
- NewSavings Bonds vs. Bank Savings Accounts
(In this post, I’m not going to provide all the background information on savings bonds that I normally do. For that, please read the older posts in my Savings Bonds category.) When the Treasury announced the $10,000 purchase limit for 2012, a few…
- 15 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 12:00pm -
- Pay Your Kids To Fund Their Own Roth IRA?
You’re probably aware of the wonders of the Roth IRA and how it allows your money to grow completely free from taxes, even upon withdrawal. An added wrinkle is the lack of age restriction, so that even kids with earned income (wages, salaries, tips…
- 2 days ago, 26 Jan 12, 11:27am -
- Clover Pay $5 Bonus via Referral
Clover is a new person-to-person payment system for use between phone numbers. Simple fees (none for personal use), simple interface. If you sign-up via invite from a registered user, you’ll get a $5 bonus (I actually got a $5 Amazon GC + $1 credit…
- 2 days ago, 26 Jan 12, 7:12am -
- LivingSocial: $20 at The Body Shop for $10
LivingSocial is offering $20 to spend at The Body Shop for $10. Valid in-store only. Valid toward sale and promotional items. Over 65,000 purchased already. Psst guys… Valentine’s Day is less than 3 weeks away p.s. Groupon has $6 movie tickets to…
- 2 days ago, 26 Jan 12, 4:33am -
Saga - Money
- Prize draw: win a copy of Cotter On Investing by John Cotter
Author John Cotter has worked in the investment business for nearly 40 years and one of the main reasons for writing this book is that even now, four decades on, as a professional he is still occasionally mystified by the investment reports and paper…
- 22 Sep 11, 11:44am -
- Money
Coinciding with the new inflation figures, the findings of the latest Saga Quarterly Report reveal a sharp fall in standard of living for older generations. For the third quarter in a row, Saga's Quality of Life Index has fallen, as soaring price lev…
- 20 Sep 11, 4:10pm -
- Seven everyday money-savers
If I hadn’t heeded the advice of parents and grandparents I would not be living the life I do now, with their sage advice and wisdom on how to ‘look after the pennies with the pounds looking after themselves’. I am a great advocator of Martin L…
- 15 Sep 11, 10:37am -
- A mix of money-saving innovations
Bringing my thoughts back down to a more practical level, recently I used my laptop to buy a kettle that would have cost me £38 if I hadn’t done some homework. However, by researching both the quality of the kettle via reader forums and then Googl…
- 15 Sep 11, 10:22am -
AOL | Money
- Survey Says: It's Summer. Do You Know Where Your Employees Are?
Filed under: Business Trends, Technology, Money, Advertising & Marketing, Management, Online Business, Human ResourcesNo, it's not your imagination. Employees are a lot more likely to call in "sick" during nice weather, according to a new survey. Pe…
- 21 Jul 11, 6:00pm -
- Number of Small Businesses Sold Increases, Sales Price Decreases
Filed under: News, Money, SalesWhile the number of small businesses increased 8 percent, the sales price decreased to an average of $150,000. Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments
- 15 Jul 11, 6:30pm -
- Number of Venture Capital Funds Hits 16-Year Low
Filed under: News, Money, Financial ServicesThough they're smaller in number, the amount of funds they raised increased by 28 percent to $2.7 billion. Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments
- 14 Jul 11, 6:30pm -
- Netflix Raises Prices by 60 Percent, Sparks Social Media Outrage
Filed under: News, Money, Sales, Consumer Products & ServicesCustomers take to Twitter and Facebook to vent their anger, while tech bloggers and competitors react to Netflix's controversial move. Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comme…
- 13 Jul 11, 9:30am -
MoneyWeek
- NewHow to profit from the biggest ‘non-event’ of all time
A US interest-rate freeze was all stocks needed to take off. But one interesting market's been overlooked, says Bengt Saelensminde - and there's still time for you to buy.
- 9 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 5:27pm -
- NewDegenerate capitalism
Capitalism is corrupt, geriatric, and zombified, says Bill Bonner
- 10 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 5:10pm -
- NewWhy do profitable firms go bust?
Tim Bennett explains the warning signs that will help you spot a profitable company that's about to run out of cash.
- 11 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 4:08pm -
- NewDon’t hold your breath for a rampant US recovery
The US economy grew by 2.8% in the last three months of 2011. So are things looking up for the USA or is it a false dawn? Phil Oakley examines the data.
- 12 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 3:11pm -
Money Observer
- New379
- 5 days ago, 1 Feb 12, 3:33pm -
- NewOutweighing the market leviathans
Holding small companies is smart, but you need to sift the good from the bad to secure all-weather outperformance, says Heather Connon.read more
- 10 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 5:04pm -
- NewSelf-assessment tax deadline delayed
The self-assessment tax return deadline has been extended by two days due to staff strikes at HM Revenues & Customs (HMRC).read more
- 15 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 11:35am -
- NewRBS payout sparks public anger
After weeks of speculation, Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) confirmed on the evening of 27 January that its chief executive officer, Stephen Hester, would receive a bonus of 3.6 million shares worth £963,000.read more
- 15 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 11:27am -
Marketplace Money
- Now available: The Ron Paul action figure
You can get either Commander-in-Chief Ron Paul or Superman Ron Paul.Email
- 4 days ago, 23 Jan 12, 9:14pm -
- Philippines: Too many mouths?
Rapid population growth tests the Philippines’ ability to feed itself. And spurs a rethink on one of the globe's most controversial issues.Email
- 4 days ago, 23 Jan 12, 6:23pm -
- In noise-averse Paris, 'silent discos' spread
Many young Parisians want to listen to loud music, but don’t want to annoy their neighbors -- so they’re using headphones at their parties. Email
- 15 days ago, 13 Jan 12, 1:01am -
- So, are you smart enough to work for Google?
Today's job interviews are nothing like those in the past. Author William Poundstone examines the kinds of new interview questions that are asked at corporations like Google.Email
- 18 days ago, 9 Jan 12, 11:35pm -
Money | Google News
- NewMoney issues on mind of College of Dupage leader - Chicago Sun-Times
Money issues on mind of College of Dupage leaderChicago Sun-TimesBy Hank Beckman For The Sun January 27, 2012 6:14PM All things considered, the College of DuPage is doing pretty well, President Robert L. Breuder told a group of area legislators over…
- 1 hour ago, 28 Jan 12, 1:49am -
- NewOut to Give Romney a Run For His Money - Wall Street Journal
Fox NewsOut to Give Romney a Run For His MoneyWall Street JournalHis proposed rule would set an income-tax rate of at least 30% on households earning at least $1 million a year—a huge increase for very wealthy people who make most of their money th…
- 2 hours ago, 28 Jan 12, 12:44am -
- NewBox Office Report: 'The Grey,' 'One for the Money' Strong Out of the Gate - Hollywood Reporter
VarietyBox Office Report: 'The Grey,' 'One for the Money' Strong Out of the GateHollywood ReporterMany had expected Katherine Heigl's "One for the Money" to underperform; Summit's action-thriller "Man on a Ledge" no match for fellow action-thriller "…
- 2 hours ago, 28 Jan 12, 12:41am -
- NewRaising money with the 'first Americans' - Politico (blog)
TucsonSentinel.comRaising money with the 'first Americans'Politico (blog)By DONOVAN SLACK | President Obama's campaign fundraiser at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel this afternoon was with the Native American Leadership Council, and in remarks to the gro…
- 3 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 11:56pm -
Money | Yahoo News
- NewAP Exclusive: Vatican rewrites money launder law
The Vatican has rewritten its 2010 anti-money laundering law after European inspectors found that it didn't fully meet their tough standards to combat the financing of terrorism.
- 26 mins ago, 28 Jan 12, 2:28am -
- NewMore money to the rescue
Worldwide markets seem relieved that Europe's central bank is ready to paper over problems with the printing press. Also: Microsoft's results are well-received.
- 1 hour ago, 28 Jan 12, 1:29am -
- New'One for the Money': EW review
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- 3 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 11:50pm -
- NewCramer's 'Mad Money' Recap: Next Week's Game Plan (Final)
Search Jim Cramer's Mad Money trading recommendations using our exclusive Mad Money Stock Screener and watch Jim Cramer's Mad Money Post Game video exclusively on TheStreet.com. NEW YORK (TheStreet) -- Today's trading action as nothing more than a he…
- 3 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 11:44pm -
Money | Bing news
- NewVatican brings anti-money laundering law in line with EU - CTV
VATICAN CITY — The Vatican has rewritten its 2010 anti-money laundering law after European inspectors found that it didn't fully meet their tough standards to combat the financing of terrorism. The new law, a copy of which was obtained Friday by Th…
- 30 mins ago, 28 Jan 12, 2:24am -
- NewTerrorists using black money’ - Nation
ISLAMABAD - Endorsing the findings of SDPI-UNODC joint report, Rehman Malik, Federal Minister for Interior, said illegal money earned through drugs and arms trafficking is being used by terrorists. Therefore, global cooperation is necessary to curb .…
- 37 mins ago, 28 Jan 12, 2:17am -
- NewInjecting white money into elections will strengthen inner-party structures and democracy - Economic Times
The excess of black money in elections is at the heart of the problem that besets the Indian political system. That's the perception. The black economy and the nexus between big money and politicians is, thus, highlighted and lamented; raucous ...
- 58 mins ago, 28 Jan 12, 1:56am -
- NewNone for the 'money,' two to go - NJ.com
It is not a great sign when a big studio movie opens without much in the way of publicity and interviews. It’s a terrible sign when a big studio movie opens without any advance screenings. And when tickets to a big studio movie are dumped as ...
- 3 hours ago, 28 Jan 12, 12:23am -
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SmartMoney.com Video - Investing
- NewDow Posts First Weekly Loss of 2012
Blue-chip stocks finished in the red after a reading on domestic economic growth fell short of expectations pushing the Dow to its first weekly loss of the year. Steven Russolillo has details on The News Hub. Photo: Reuters
- 5 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 10:09pm -
- Stocks End Lower on Weak Economic Data
Stocks fell, surrendering early gains, after a wave of disappointing economic data offset strong earnings from blue chips and the Federal Reserve's pledge to hold down interest rates. Brendan Intindola has details on The News Hub. Photo: Retuers
- 1 day ago, 26 Jan 12, 10:23pm -
- The Fed and the Markets
Channel Capital Research's Doug Roberts discusses how the Fed's announcement that it will likely keep rates near zero until late 2014 is likely to impact the financial markets going forward.
- 2 days ago, 25 Jan 12, 10:36pm -
- Fed Lifts Stocks Out of the Red
Blue-chip stocks raced to an eight-month high Wednesday after the Federal Reserve said it would likely keep interest rates low until at least late 2014. Paul Vigna has details on The News Hub. Photo: AP
- 2 days ago, 25 Jan 12, 9:58pm -
SmartMoney.com Video - Spending
- NewAttack of the Fine Print
Small print has become a giant menace, costing consumers a $250 million a year. SmartMoney's Missy Sullivan on The News Hub discusses new ways to avoid the typical fine print traps.
- 4 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 10:33pm -
- NewFour Tips to Save on Your Super Bowl Party
How to tackle party planning for the big game without breaking the bank.
- 6 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 9:17pm -
- Why Now Is the Time to Buy a Big-Screen TV
Sports fans in the market for a new TV set before the Super Bowl may be in luck: Electronics and retail experts say many current TV sales are some of the best ever -- even beating holiday-season deals. Kelli Grant has details on Lunch Break.
- 1 day ago, 26 Jan 12, 6:35pm -
- Near 0% Yields Ahead on Deposit Accounts?
The Federal Reserve's announcement Wednesday to keep short-term interest rates near zero through 2014 may result in still lower interest rates on bank accounts. AnnaMaria Andriotis has details on Lunch Break.
- 1 day ago, 26 Jan 12, 6:08pm -
SmartMoney.com Video - How To
- NewFour Tips to Save on Your Super Bowl Party
How to tackle party planning for the big game without breaking the bank.
- 6 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 9:17pm -
- Use Philanthropy to Win New Business
Philanthropy can be a effective way to meet prospects and win new business if done right. Dow Jones Wealth Adviser's Veronica Dagher shares some tips on how advisers can do so.
- 1 day ago, 26 Jan 12, 4:56pm -
- Mossberg: Skype Chat as Room-Sized Experience
Walt Mossberg tests a new device that aims to transform Skype video chats into room-sized experiences . TelyHD lets families or groups of friends video chat using TVs instead of computers.
- 2 days ago, 25 Jan 12, 11:22pm -
- The Smartphone Data Diet
There are ways to cut back on data usage to keep wireless bills from tipping the scales, Kelli B. Grant reports on digits. Photo: AP.
- 7 days ago, 20 Jan 12, 7:34pm -
Money and Markets
- NewFed pledges low rates till kingdom come! What it means …

Last week, I discussed how the European Central Bank has lost its marbles, launching its own version of quantitative easing. I dubbed it “QE-E.” I also said ...
- 14 hours ago, 27 Jan 12, 12:30pm - - Four Paths to Real Estate Profits with ETFs

I’ve spent my investment career following sector momentum, and it’s worked out pretty well. ETFs make it even better. Right now my indicators show ...
- 2 days ago, 26 Jan 12, 12:30pm - - Is Europe Throwing Us into a 1930s Moment?

The market has been watching Europe, particularly the fact that (as of this writing) a deal still hasn’t been struck between the Greek government, the Troika ...
- 3 days ago, 25 Jan 12, 12:30pm -
NEWS.com.au | Money
- Push for white roofs, a cool way to save
GIANT city developments such as Costco will be urged to paint their roofs white to cut indoor temperatures by up to 4C on hot days.
- 1 day ago, 26 Jan 12, 10:45pm - - Spies bust child-support cheats
PARENTS shunning child support have been spied on, with Queensland parents boasting some of the biggest debts.
- 2 days ago, 26 Jan 12, 2:00pm - - Pokies trap: Parents gamble, kids eat for free
CHILDREN are being offered free food as an enticement for their parents to play pokies, in a gambling loophole.
- 2 days ago, 26 Jan 12, 1:30pm - - Interest rate cut a 'done deal'
HOMEOWNERS' hopes of an interest rate cut have been given a boost after figures showed inflation eased late last year.
- 3 days ago, 25 Jan 12, 1:00pm -