Jul 31, 2010 02:00PM

NewsWatch: U.S. stock market to continue balancing act

The U.S. stock market is likely to continue pulling risk on and off the table in the days ahead, with another heavy round of earnings reports in store, along will a full slate of data on the economy, employment in particular.

Jul 31, 2010 11:25AM

Stocks to Watch: Stocks in focus Monday: Humana, NRG, VeriSign

Among the companies whose shares are expected to see active trading in Monday's session are Humana Inc., NRG Energy Inc. and VeriSign Inc.

Jul 31, 2010 09:01AM

Bill Donoghue: Proactive Fund Investor celebrates five-year win

The first five years of The Proactive Fund Investor newsletter have yielded some key lessons about succeeding in today?s unpredictable markets.

Jul 31, 2010 09:00AM

NewsWatch: U.S. stock market to continue balancing act

The U.S. stock market is likely to continue pulling risk on and off the table in the days ahead, with another heavy round of earnings reports in store, along will a full slate of data on the economy, employment in particular.

Jul 31, 2010 08:50AM

Auto Review: 2011 Mercedes Benz E550 Cabriolet: Handles it all

The 2011 Mercedes Benz E550 Cabriolet in unruffled by Mother Nature and you get the feeling it will handle anything that you can throw at it on the road. But the great engineering doesn't come cheap.

Jul 31, 2010 12:00PM

Time to scrap BP brand? Gas-station owners divided

BP gas station owners across America are divided over whether the oil giant stained by its handling of the Gulf spill should rebrand U.S. outlets ...

Jul 31, 2010 05:30AM

What can $1 million buy in today's housing market?

How much can $1 million buy you in today's real estate market? The answer, of course, varies depending on where you're looking to buy.

Jul 31, 2010 06:14AM

Money management a difficult lesson for NFL's rookie class

As they begin life in the NFL, rookies also can ponder sobering fine print that tempers the allure of becoming rich and famous. They could also ...

Jul 30, 2010 03:09PM

New 2011 Volkswagen Jetta blasts its rivals off the road

It's hard to overstate the importance of the new Jetta to Volkswagen in the U.S.

Jul 30, 2010 08:16PM

Regulators close banks in Fla., Ga., Ore., Wash.

Regulators on Friday shut banks in Florida, Georgia, Oregon and Washington, lifting to 108 the number of U.S. banks to fail this year as the ...

Jul 30, 2010 05:06PM

Wall Street marks best month in a year in July

NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. stocks closed little changed on Friday, but Wall Street wrapped up its best month in a year after the earnings season rounded the final turn with a group of strong results that offset the impact of poor economic data.

Jul 30, 2010 02:46PM

Jobs data, earnings latest test for stocks

NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. stocks are unlikely to break above a key technical level next week unless monthly jobs data and consumer company results paint a more promising picture of the recovery.

Jul 30, 2010 11:32AM

Cuomo widens insurer probe with 6 more subpoenas

NEW YORK (Reuters) - New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo has subpoenaed six more insurers as the state widens a probe into whether life insurance companies have defrauded families of deceased members of the military.

Jul 31, 2010 07:35AM

BP may sell German gas stations for $2.6 billion: report

VIENNA (Reuters) - BP Plc is seeking to sell its German petrol station chain Aral for around 2 billion euros ($2.6 billion), German magazine Wirtschaftswoche reported on Saturday, citing investment bankers familiar with BP's plans.

Jul 30, 2010 02:06PM

Imports slow Q2 growth as business spending surges

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. economic growth slowed in the second quarter as companies invested heavily in equipment from abroad and the pace of consumer spending eased, raising concerns about the recovery in the rest of 2010.

Jul 31, 2010 12:52PM

UPDATE 1-Obama: Republicans holding small businesses 'hostage'

UPDATE 1-Obama: Republicans holding small businesses 'hostage'

Jul 31, 2010 07:06AM

Basel Committee: New Rules Have Strong Impact On Banks-Report

Basel Committee: New Rules Have Strong Impact On Banks-Report

Jul 31, 2010 03:00AM

Obama: Republicans holding small businesses "hostage"

Obama: Republicans holding small businesses "hostage"

Jul 30, 2010 07:56PM

U.S. bank failures total 108 after 5 shut on Friday

U.S. bank failures total 108 after 5 shut on Friday

Jul 30, 2010 07:20PM

US Regulators Close Five Banks In Four States

US Regulators Close Five Banks In Four States

Jul 31, 2010 03:32PM

Westbrook, Ludwick, Lilly, Wood move, Berkman goes (AP)

AP - Former All-Stars Jake Westbrook, Ted Lilly, Ryan Ludwick and Kerry Wood were traded Saturday as pennant contenders played a game of beat-the-clock. Lance Berkman went to the World Series champion New York Yankees after rejecting the Chicago White Sox.

Jul 31, 2010 03:07PM

Cards get Westbrook from Cleve, send Ludwick to SD (AP)

AP - The NL Central-leading St. Louis Cardinals were the prime players in a three-team trade Saturday, getting pitcher Jake Westbrook from Cleveland and sending outfielder Ryan Ludwick to NL West-leading San Diego.

Jul 31, 2010 10:24AM

Roethlisberger practices with Steelers starters (AP)

AP - Ben Roethlisberger took snaps only with the starters, alternating with Byron Leftwich, during the Pittsburgh Steelers' first practice of training camp.

Jul 31, 2010 10:34AM

Chamakh shines as Arsenal draw with AC Milan (AFP)

AFP - Arsenal new-boy Marouane Chamakh showed why Arsene Wenger spent nearly a year trying to sign him with a clinical finish in Saturday's 1-1 draw against AC Milan in the Emirates Cup.

Jul 31, 2010 03:24PM

Swollen knee keeps Haynesworth from taking test (AP)

AP - Albert Haynesworth came to work Saturday morning with a slightly swollen knee, forcing him to scrap his latest chance to pass the Washington Redskins conditioning test and keeping him exiled from practice for yet another day.

Jul 31, 2010 03:25PM

Ex-All-Stars Shipped in Deadline Baseball Deals

Deadline deals: Westbrook, Ludwick, Lilly and Wood traded; Yankees complete Berkman swap



Lance Berkman - Roy Oswalt - New York Yankees - Houston Astros - Sports

Jul 31, 2010 03:07PM

Cards Get Westbrook From Cleve, Send Ludwick to SD

Cardinals get RHP Westbrook from Cleveland, send OF Ludwick to Padres in 3-team trade



Jake Westbrook - St. Louis Cardinals - Cleveland Indians - Sports - United States

Jul 31, 2010 10:25AM

Roethlisberger Practices With Steelers Starters

Roethlisberger practices with starters during Steelers' first practice



Pittsburgh Steelers - Ben Roethlisberger - National Football League - sport - Super Bowl

Jul 31, 2010 03:25PM

Swollen Knee Keeps Haynesworth From Taking Test

Swollen knee keeps Redskins' Haynesworth from taking conditioning test, still can't practice



Washington Redskins - Albert Haynesworth - Mike Shanahan - Business - Electronics and Electrical

Jul 31, 2010 01:49PM

Crayton Insures for Cowboys With WR Bryant Out

The Patrick policy: Crayton $2M insurance for Cowboys with rookie Dez Bryant out 4-6 weeks



Dez Bryant - Dallas Cowboys - NFL - Sports - Football

Jul 31, 2010 12:00AM

Overton has 3-shot lead at Greenbrier Classic

Jeff Overton started slowly, but he made five birdies on the back nine for a 66 and a three-shot lead heading into the final round at the inaugural Greenbrier Classic. J.B. Holmes shot a 60 and D.A. Points carded a 61 earlier in the day.

Jul 31, 2010 12:00AM

Tseng has 4-shot lead at Women's British Open

Yani Tseng of Taiwan shot her third successive 68 for a four-stroke lead going into the final round of the Women's British Open at Royal Birkdale.

Jul 31, 2010 12:00AM

Fisher's lead in Irish Open cut to one

Ross Fisher of England will take a one-shot lead into the final round of the Irish Open after shooting an even-par 71 on Saturday.

Jul 31, 2010 12:00AM

Overton in front by 4 at Greenbrier Classic

Jeff Overton shot an 8-under 62 on Friday to take a four-stroke lead midway through the inaugural Greenbrier Classic.

Jul 31, 2010 12:00AM

Tseng has four-shot lead at Royal Birkdale

Yani Tseng shot her second consecutive 4-under 68 on Friday, taking a four-shot lead after the second round of the Women's British Open.

Jul 31, 2010 11:05AM

Official: Yankees acquire Astros Lance Berkman for two prospects

The New York Yankees acquired first baseman Lance Berkman from the Houston Astros, and will play him at DH.

Jul 30, 2010 07:03PM

Rams agree with No. 1 overall pick Sam Bradford on record contract with $50 million guaranteed

The St. Louis Rams agreed to a record contract with No. 1 overall draft pick Sam Bradford on Friday night.

Jul 31, 2010 01:26PM

Tennessee will not release Bryce Brown from scholarship

After Bryce Brown texted Tennessee coach Derek Dooley earlier this week to tell him Brown wouldn't be returning to the school, Dooley may have ...

Jul 31, 2010 08:56AM

Ailing knee prevents Albert Haynesworth from taking Redskins' conditioning test on Saturday

Albert Haynesworth did not participate in the Washington Redskins' practice for a third consecutive day on Saturday. Coach Mike Shanahan explained ...

Jul 31, 2010 08:12AM

BCS director: Any potential playoff would have to include 16 teams

Part of the discussion at the Mid-American Conference Media Day centered around expansion and the BCS. Bill Hancock said that the Big 12's losses ...

Jul 31, 2010 03:29PM

Smoak sent down, Bradley put on DL

Smoak sent down, Bradley put on DL

Jul 31, 2010 03:25PM

Myers, Astros near contract extension

Myers, Astros near contract extension

Jul 31, 2010 03:05PM

Flurry of Deadline deals shake up the game

Flurry of Deadline deals shake up the game

Jul 31, 2010 03:00PM

Dodgers strengthen 'pen with trade for Dotel

Dodgers strengthen 'pen with trade for Dotel

Jul 31, 2010 02:56PM

Cards add Westbrook, send Ludwick to Friars

Cards add Westbrook, send Ludwick to Friars

10 Expenses You Don't Need

Skip paying for these everyday costs and save a fortune.

Tough Times Ahead for Junk Bond Issuers

It’s not just Uncle Sam’s enormous debt that will cause problems down the road.

How to Research and Buy Bonds

Bond maven Marilyn Cohen shares her advice on making money in the new fixed income landscape.

State Budget Problems Will Only Get Worse

Revenues aren't keeping pace with spending, no matter how many cuts states make.

How to Cut Your Textbook Costs in Half -- or More

Students have plenty of more-affordable options than the campus bookstore.

Jul 27, 2010 10:00AM

5 Social Media Mistakes Businesses Make

Think it's time for your business to start using Facebook or Twitter? Before you jump in with both feet, make sure you're not about to make one of these five social media mistakes.

Jul 27, 2010 10:00AM

How to Create an Effective Mentoring Program

How do you retain and prepare your best talent to lead? Mentoring programs are one of the most effective tools in achieving business results. Here are ten guidelines for creating an effective mentoring program.

Jul 22, 2010 10:00AM

People Skills Win Over Knowledge

What would you expect to be more important in the business world: your knowledge of important topics or your people skills? A recent survey suggests that it's how you interact with others that has the biggest impact on your success.

Jul 22, 2010 10:00AM

10 Ways to Grow Referrals in Less Than 10 Minutes a Day

While most businesses are spending enormous amounts in an effort to attract new customers, a select few use a strategy that has virtually eliminated the need for marketing. Building a business on referrals isn't costly or time-consuming once you know the secret.

Jul 20, 2010 10:00AM

Fans and Followers More Likely to Buy

The things we choose to do online are a pretty clear reflection of how we are living our real lives out here in real life. When we become a fan of something on Facebook or follow a business on Twitter, we actually do more business with those favored companies.

Jul 30, 2010 03:00PM

How Much of the Reality Show is Scripted?

Fiction is so last century. Reality TV now takes centre stage on our TV screens. Varun Duggirala, who produced Get Gorgeous 5, Launchpad 3 and Kidnap, tells us what really goes on behind the 'reality'.

Jul 29, 2010 06:22PM

Coinstar Cuts Sales Outlook

After hours: Microsoft's Ballmer says tablets are a priority; U.S. Government sues Oracle.

Jul 29, 2010 04:00PM

Retail Growth: Plus Size

The growing $47 billion industry is becoming more acceptable and fashionable.

Jul 29, 2010 03:14PM

Unemployment Soars

Why employment rates won't get better any time soon.

Jul 29, 2010 03:00PM

Fast Fashion: Zara in India

The latest catwalk designs, at affordable prices. That's Zara's promise. But to deliver that in India, it will have to tweak its centralized business model.

Jul 31, 2010 05:00AM

By Hiring Gulf Scientists, BP May Be Buying Silence

For months now, local scientists have been out on Gulf waters, advising the cleanup and measuring the damage. But there is growing concern that some of the best minds are being sidelined, since they've signed on as paid consultants to BP.

Jul 31, 2010 05:00AM

Obama Attempts Jump Start In Detroit

President Obama went to Michigan on Friday, the "ground zero" of the recession, to kick off a campaign highlighting the turnaround in the U.S. auto industry.

Jul 31, 2010 05:00AM

Alternative Energy And Ideas For The Auto Industry

The long-term recovery of the U.S. auto industry will depend largely on American automotive creativity and innovation. Many industry watchers expect a new fleet of electric and hybrid cars to help buoy the U.S. car industry's comeback. Guest host Jacki Lyden talks with Ray Wert, editor-in-chief of Jalopnik.com, about the restructured U.S. auto industry and the importance of design innovation and creativity.

Jul 30, 2010 02:42PM

New BP CEO: Some Efforts To Be Scaled Back

The changes do not signify a lessening of the oil giant's commitment to clean up the oil spill, but do signify that some areas don't need a continuing effort, incoming executive Bob Dudley said Friday.

Jul 30, 2010 02:27PM

BlackBerry Maker To Take On IPad

Research in Motion plans on unveiling its own tablet computer to compete with the iPad.

Jul 31, 2010 01:58PM

Coast Guard:Efforts To Contain Smaller Gulf Well Leak To Begin Sunday

Coast Guard:Efforts To Contain Smaller Gulf Well Leak To Begin Sunday

Jul 31, 2010 12:52PM

UPDATE 1-Obama: Republicans holding small businesses 'hostage'

UPDATE 1-Obama: Republicans holding small businesses 'hostage'

Jul 31, 2010 12:21PM

UPDATE 4-Second senior US Democrat may face ethics trial

UPDATE 4-Second senior US Democrat may face ethics trial

Jul 31, 2010 11:04AM

UPDATE 3-Second senior US Democrat may face ethics trial

UPDATE 3-Second senior US Democrat may face ethics trial

Jul 31, 2010 10:24AM

Cuba readies to dive into offshore oil exploration

Cuba readies to dive into offshore oil exploration