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banks

Fed Keeps Rates Near Zero

2:33 pm, November 04, 2009

The Federal Open Market Committee kept its interest rate target between zero and 0.25%, as expected, at the conclusion of its two-day meeting.

taxes

Madoff Investors May Get Tax Break

11:15 am, November 04, 2009

Tax relief for thousands of small, indirect investors in Bernard Madoff's swindle appears close to Senate adoption as part of a broader bill on unemployment.
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wall street

Buffett’s $44 Billion “Bet” on America

11:30 am, November 03, 2009

Warren Buffett is making a multi-billion dollar bet on America’s future—but will it pay off?

deals & steals

The Beatles Go Digital (For Now)

4:00 pm, November 02, 2009

The Beatles catalog is finally available digitally, and for dirt cheap. But how long will it last?

most popular

Grocery Secrets, Multivitamins, & Credit Card Policies: MainStreet’s Weekly Roundup

7:00 am, October 31, 2009

This week's must-read MainStreet headlines all in one place.

banks

What Executive Pay Means for Your Bank

10:05 am, October 30, 2009

Wall Street is shaking this week after the government said it will restrict the paychecks of bank executives involved in big bailout deals.

stimulus

Survey: Hiring to Pick Up in Next 6 Months

9:30 am, October 27, 2009

A new survey may ease economic concerns, as forecasters say more employers appear willing to hire in the coming months.

roundup

That's an Economic Indicator?

5:00 pm, October 26, 2009

Here are five surprising indicators, from pink ties to garbage, that can give you a good idea of what is happening with the economy.

wall street

Are Companies Really Doing Better?

6:30 am, October 26, 2009

Many major companies beat Wall Street expectations this month. So is business that good? No. Are companies gaming the system? Yes.

most popular

iPhone Apps, Cheap Booze & Subliminal Ads: MainStreet's Weekly Roundup

7:00 am, October 24, 2009

Did you pull a Rip Van Winkle this week? Here's what you missed.

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