• Bank leaves interest rate unchanged

  The Bank of England holds interest rates at 0.5% at Mark Carney's first meeting since taking over as governor from Sir Mervyn King.

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• Exclusive: BlueCrest's BlueTrend hedge fund suffers 16.9 percent slump

  LONDON (Reuters) - BlueCrest Capital Management's BlueTrend fund, one of the world's biggest computer-driven hedge funds, has suffered one of its worst ever peak-to-trough losses over the past six weeks.

• AUDIO: Today business roundup

  Could Portugal could be about to bring the European house of cards tumbling down? Plus the BBC's chief economics editor examines the fairness of the FTSE 100 for British shareholders.

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• BA's first A380 arrives at Heathrow

  BA becomes the first UK airline to take delivery of an Airbus A380 superjumbo, the world's largest passenger aircraft.

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• VIDEO: Economy hit by Portugal instability

  Portugal's president is holding emergency meetings to try to settle a growing political crisis, which has hit the county's stock markets and increased its borrowing costs.

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• China Rongsheng shares suspended after job loss reports

  HONG KONG (Reuters) - Trading in shares of China Rongsheng Heavy Industries Group Holdings Ltd , China's largest private shipbuilder, was suspended on Thursday in the wake of media reports that said it had laid off 8,000 workers in recent months.

• Why North America Remains Nike's MVP

  By Valuentum : Last Thursday afternoon, athletic apparel goliath Nike ( NKE ) announced strong fourth-quarter results . Revenue increased 7% year-over-year to $6.7 billion, modestly exceeding consensus expectations. Earnings per share surged 27% year-over-year to $0.76 per share due mostly to…

• Euro shares rise, debt tensions ease before ECB meeting

  LONDON (Reuters) - European bond and stock markets rose on Thursday as investors put concerns about political turmoil in Portugal to one side ahead of central bank meetings in Frankfurt and London, and Friday's U.S. jobs report.

• Egypt president promises early elections

  Ousted president Mohamed Morsi was said to be in detention just hours after the country's generals had forced him out of power

• Portugal markets recover as political crisis talks resume

  LISBON (Reuters) - Portugal's bond yields dropped on Thursday and its stock market rose, reversing some of the previous day's sharp losses, as the prime minister and his junior coalition partner sought to defuse a political crisis.

• Eagle Bancorp Could Be A Long-Term Love Story

  By Stephen Simpson : This may be the early stages of a banking love story, or at least a crush, and it goes to show that sometimes the process of digging up information and research on a company can lead you to an even better idea. That seems to be case with Eagle Bancorp ( EGBN ), a stock which…

• Novo In Need Of A Booster Shot

  By EP Vantage : The once-unstoppable Novo Nordisk ( NVO ) has hit a bad patch, its shares defying big-cap market trends and declining over the first half of 2013 after the FDA sent long-acting insulins Tresiba and Ryzodeg back to the clinic for years of remedial work ( Biotech continues to reward…

• Manitex's New 70 Ton Crane To Lift The Stock Price Sky High?

  By Timing Best Buy: Manitex International ( MNTX ) is a leading provider of engineered lifting solutions , including boom truck and rough terrain cranes, forklifts, special mission oriented vehicles, container handling equipment and specialized engineered trailers. It is ranked at the 44th spot on…

• Natural Gas Unfazed By Western Heat Wave, Decline To Low -$3 Range Looms

  By Hard Assets Investor : by Sumit Roy We examine the latest developments in the natural gas market. Natural gas was unchanged near $3.65/mmbtu after the Energy Information Administration reported that operators injected 72 billion cubic feet into storage, within analyst estimates that ranged…

• VIDEO: A summer of discontent for Europe?

  The economies of many eurozone countries remain fragile, with high unemployment and austerity measures causing public anger.

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• Middleburg Financial Corp.: Is This Liquid Regional A Good Investment?

  By Profit Fan: Middleburg Financial Corp. ( MBRG ) is a $136 million bank holding company that operates in Virginia and had $1.2 billion in assets at the end of its most recent quarter. I chose to review Middleburg because I like to look for banks with a high asset/equity ratio and at 10.3Xs,…

• Stocks firm after Wall Street rebound

  Amid thin trading due to US holiday, Asian markets rise on the back of renewed confidence in the US economy following better than expected jobs data

• Anti-bribery training launched

  A training scheme to help UK businesses comply with anti-bribery legislation is launched by the City of London police and the British Standards Institute.

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• Oil prices stable after Egypt coup

  Oil prices dipped back slightly after Egypt's army ousted President Mohammed Morsi, but the gap between US and Brent crude continues to narrow.

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• China probes baby milk price fixing

  A powerful state agency in China has opened an investigation into possible price fixing by producers of infant formula, forcing at least one of the companies in question to commit to lower prices.

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• Fed's shift to exit gives ECB headache

  The euro bloc rate-setters are seeing fresh signs of financial fragmentation, with the rise in borrowing costs steeper in the periphery than the core

• House inflation at 'three year high'

  House prices are rising at their fastest annual rate for nearly three years, according to the Halifax.

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• Ex-trader Kerviel rebuffed by French employment tribunal

  PARIS (Reuters) - A Paris employment tribunal rejected on Thursday former Societe Generale trader Jerome Kerviel's plea for a new expert inquiry to help overturn his dismissal in France's largest trading scandal in 2008.

• UK car sales continue to buck trend

  Private buyers drive 10% increase in sales so far in 2013 over 2012, with the UK the only major market in the EU to show sustained growth

• GSK linked to China competition probe

  Fresh reports of government investigation into alleged price fixing by foreign groups come days after infant milk producers confirmed they had been targeted

• CMBS market faces tough times ahead

  The banks and rating agencies are slashing their issuance forecasts for the asset-backed security for the rest of the year

• Portugal battles to defuse crisis

  Portugal's prime minister fights to patch up his fragile coalition, as markets spooked by the latest eurozone crisis watch nervously.

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• London Market Report

  The FTSE 100 rebounds in morning trade, with shares in housebuilders boosted by upbeat trading updates.

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• SunEdison - Set To Capitalize On The Trillion Dollar Solar Opportunity

  By Sneha Shah : SunEdison ( SUNE ) is one of the world's largest solar installers and developers. The company was earlier known as MEMC Materials and recently changed its name to reflect the change in its business focus. MEMC Materials started out as a silicon wafer supplier to semiconductor…

• CSX Stock Can Chug Higher On Intermodal Growth

  By Trefis : Quick Take We believe the intermodal segment represents a significant long-term growth driver for CSX. The intermodal segment has huge market potential on account of significant domestic truck-to-rail conversion opportunity and rising U.S. international trade. While we forecast…

• Trading Event: Bank Of England Policy Meeting And Interest Rate Decision, July 2013

  By Fx Stocks Data : The Bank of England's policy meeting in July will be Mark Carney's first since he has sworn in as the governor of the central bank. Although his predecessor, Mervyn King, was in favor of an increase in stimulus, Carney would likely to stay out of it during this…

• VIDEO: The etiquette of mobile phones

  Sainsbury's has apologised to a customer who was refused service by a checkout worker until she had ended her mobile phone call.

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• Gold Bulls Should Consider Kirkland Lake Gold

  By Ben Kramer-Miller: In this article, I analyze Kirkland Lake Gold ( KGILF.PK ), which is a small gold producing company. 1: About Kirkland Lake Gold Kirkland Lake Gold is a small gold producer with a sizeable property in Ontario, Canada, and (as of the end of January) $83 million in cash and…

• Homebuilders firm on house price data

  Shares in two mid-cap housebuilders – Redrow and Taylor Wimpey – are rising in London following positive earnings updates

• Chinese money rates return to normal levels

  The restoration of calm in China's money market has given investors a small shot of confidence, with the country's main stock index rebounding 8%

• Barrick Gold: Is Pascua-Lama A Company Breaker?

  By Itinerant: Q2/2013 reporting time will soon be upon us and our best guess has a good number of gold miners wondering how they can best break the bleak news of their quarterly results to their investors. One of the worst in class, Barrick Gold ( ABX ), came out front-running with a news release…

• VIDEO: 'Millions of pounds wasted in hot water'

  The research found the average household could save £22 a year on their energy bills by making small changes.

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• VIDEO: Battersea power station to be renovated

  Renovation work is due to get under way at one of Britain's best-known buildings, Battersea Power Station.

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• Steris Corporation: An Alpha Generating Stock Supported By Compelling Macro Trends

  By Fund Gurus : Changing demographics and increased utilization of healthcare around the world are strong support for a number of businesses within the healthcare industry. Technology and services companies offer the prospect of strong recurring revenues which help underpin growth supported by…

• Sonoco Products: A 3.60% Yield And Potential H2 2013 EPS Growth

  By Albert Alfonso: Sonoco Products ( SON ) is a diversified manufacturer that is mostly involved in the consumer packaging industry and other related fields. The company is also a dividend champion, with 31 consecutive years of dividend growth. Like many dividend stocks, Sonoco Products' stock…

• China probes British drugmaker GSK: report

  SHANGHAI (Reuters) - China's top economic planning agency has opened an investigation into pharmaceutical giant GlaxoSmithKline Plc's operations in China, an official newspaper reported on Thursday, as foreign firms come under pressure from Beijing for possible price-fixing.

• Pacific Sunwear Of California: Overvalued And Undercapitalized

  By Nathaniel Matherson: Last weekend I continued my search for potentially undervalued / overvalued small-cap companies perhaps overlooked by the Street. I stumbled upon, Pacific Sunwear of California ( PSUN ) or PACSUN as most of you may know it as. The company describes itself as a leading…

• Baby milk firms to cut China prices

  Food giants Nestle and Danone say they will cut prices of some of their infant milk formula products in China, a day after Beijing announced a probe.

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• Why Bank Of America Shares Might Plunge Again When Earnings Are Reported

  By Hawkinvest : Bank of America ( BAC ) shares experienced a considerable drop after the company reported first quarter earnings and there is reason to believe that the bank could offer earnings and guidance that creates another selloff when second quarter earnings are reported. Since the last…

• Five Signs You Really Need Financial Planning

  Financial planning is one of those tremendously off-putting topics, at least for some. If you don't already find budgeting and investing interesting, it sounds like drudge work. Yet you should take your money seriously, and you know it.

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• BNDES says exposure to EBX is 'small'

  The Brazil development bank says its exposure to the embattled group is minimal and that the struggling empire has furnished good collateral

• China to grow 7.6 percent in second half; risks up: paper

  SHANGHAI (Reuters) - China's economy is expected to grow 7.6 percent in the second half of 2013, but risks of bad local government loans, slowing growth of central government revenue, diminished export competitiveness and industrial capacity are growing, the official China Securities Journal…

• What next for Egypt's entrepreneurs?

  With all of the change today in Egypt, Fortune decided to check in with Leslie Jump -- a Washington, D.C.-based partner with Egyptian venture capital firm Sawari Ventures.

• Generals are not alone in democracy reset

  The military, the Mubarak 'deep state', ordinary citizens and the Brotherhood all stand culpable in setting back the gains of the Arab spring

• VIDEO: India introduces new food subsidy plan

  India introduces a new food subsidy policy to help some 800 million people. But will it solve a problem, or just be a drain on finances?

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• Obama tries to calm European anger at US spying

  In a phone call with Chancellor Merkel, the President said he 'takes seriously the concerns of our European allies and partners', said White House

• Chrysler to recall 840,000 vehicles

  US carmaker Chrysler says that it will recall nearly 840,000 vehicles over potential faulty safety components, including head rests and airbags.

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• New curvy lorries aim to save lives

  Why new, curvier, lorries may be life-savers

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• U.S. judges OK JPMorgan $546 million settlement with MF Global trustee, customers

  NEW YORK (Reuters) - Customers of MF Global's failed broker-dealer unit and the trustee overseeing its liquidation won court approval on Wednesday for a $546 million settlement with JPMorgan Chase & Co .

• FCC approves Sprint-Clearwire-SoftBank deal: sources

  WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. regulators on Wednesday collected the final vote to approve the merger of Sprint Nextel Corp and SoftBank Corp , sources familiar with the situation said, clearing the last hurdle in the Japanese company's drawn-out battle to take control of the No. 3 U.S. wireless…

• News Corp defends Murdoch over tapes

  News Corp defends Rupert Murdoch after a secret recording is broadcast of him railing against the police investigation into alleged phone hacking.

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• FCC approves Sprint/Clearwire/SoftBank deal: sources

  WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. regulators on Wednesday collected the final vote to approve the merger of Sprint Nextel Corp and SoftBank Corp , sources familiar with the situation said, clearing the last hurdle in the Japanese company's drawn-out battle to take control of the No. 3 U.S. wireless…

• Zynga's new CEO to get pay package worth some $50 million

  SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Don Mattrick, the head of Microsoft Corp's Xbox business who will replace Zynga Inc founder Mark Pincus as chief executive next week, will get a hefty, largely stock-based compensation package of about $50 million in coming years, the company said in a regulatory filing…

• The top banks in utility and energy M&A

• Bankers detail the dangers of block trade boom

  Block trades have had a record six months but the competitive market is leading some banks to take them on at uneconomical rates

• Benchmark rules risk commodities chaos

  The EC's move to directly regulate commodities benchmarks poses a threat to the continuation of price discovery in the market

• SEC set to lift ad ban on hedge funds

  New rules will include provisions aimed at addressing investor concerns that repealing the decades-long ban could invite more fraud

• China exit marks coup for Actis

  Private equity firms have recently found their options for exiting Chinese investments hit by an IPO freeze

• Are entrepreneurs born or can they be taught?

  Is it in entrepreneurs' DNA, or can they be trained?

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• IRS proposes tax relief for some money fund investors

  WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Internal Revenue Service on Wednesday proposed new guidance to address some of the tax concerns the money market fund industry has raised about potential industry reforms.

• Miners' mishaps give investors angst

  Are corporate mishaps harming the City's reputation?

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• Exclusive: Francisco Partners plans GXS IPO after exploring sale

  NEW YORK (Reuters) - Buyout firm Francisco Partners LP said on Wednesday that GXS Worldwide Inc, the provider of electronic commerce services it has majority control of, was planning an initial public offering after it explored an outright sale of the company.

• Scotland to abolish 'right to buy' scheme

  Deputy first minister says scrapping the right to buy policy from 2017 would safeguard Scotland's 'badly needed' social housing stock

• Investors press Dell on 'Plan B' as buyout bid totters

  NEW YORK (Reuters) - Some Dell Inc shareholders said on Wednesday they are pressuring the board to come up with a contingency plan should a proposed $24.4 billion buyout of the No. 3 PC maker fail in the face of investor opposition.

• Chrysler recalls 840,000 vehicles, mostly in U.S.

  DETROIT (Reuters) - Chrysler Group LLC said on Wednesday it will recall 840,000 vehicles in the United States and other countries, mostly for active-restraint head rests that are possibly flawed.

• London targets Islamic finance market

  Mayor Johnson describes 'huge opportunities' for London in Islamic finance after meeting Malaysia's PM, Najib Razak

• BlackBerry: Making The Case For Remaining Opportunity

  By Murani Lewis : Let's not sugar coat it, last week's BlackBerry ( BBRY ) Q1 Fiscal 2014 earnings report painted a disappointing picture for BlackBerry. It didn't help matters when CEO Thorsten Heins basically repeated the same "competitive market" rhetoric that preceded the…

• Sell Aussie Dollar On Broken Fundamentals

  By Richard Cox: Recent sell-offs in the Aussie dollar, the AUD/USD forex pair, and the CurrencyShares Australian Dollar Trust ( FXA ) look extremely attractive to traders that rely on technical analysis strategies in their positions. So, for short-term traders looking for reversions to the mean,…

• Computer mouse inventor dies at 88

  The computer mouse's inventor, Doug Engelbart, who also developed early versions of email, word processing and the internet, dies aged 88.

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• Quest for Wasendorf's embezzled funds yields little

  CHICAGO/SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Russell Wasendorf Sr., who is serving a 50-year prison sentence for embezzling $215 million from clients of his failed futures brokerage, appears to have told the truth about one thing: he spent nearly all the money.

• Lack of insolvencies hits Begbies

  Pre-tax profits have halved at the group, as the number of UK corporate failures hovers at about 21,000 rather than the 30,000 expected

• Who Will Be Most Affected By Hewlett-Packard's Smartphone Comeback?

  By George Kesarios: Another day, another player entering the smartphone space. This time it's Hewlett-Packard ( HPQ ). According to sources , Su-yin Yam, senior director of HP's consumer business said, " it would be silly for HP not to get back into the smartphone market ." So the…

• Interviews start for top job at RBS

  Shortlisted candidates are said to include Richard Meddings, finance director of Standard Chartered, as well as at least two internal options

• RBS examines options for a split

  Exercise involving five most senior executives is to determine feasibility and advisability of splitting itself into a 'good bank' and 'bad bank'

• 5 'Red Hot' Biotechs: Chen Lin

  By Life Sciences Report : Breakthrough therapies with billion-dollar market potential are what every biotech company seeks-and what every investor wishes for. Narrowing choices and focusing on opportunities with multibagger potential is the goal of every investor, and few do it better than Chen Lin,…

• Fed grants Goldman more time to hive off swaps trading

  WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. Federal Reserve granted Goldman Sachs two more years to push risky swaps trading into a separate unit, in line with similar delays for other big Wall Street banks.

• Weighting Your Dividend Paying Stocks: A Disciplined Approach

  By Doug Carey : About every quarter, I update my weights for my dividend paying stocks in my retirement portfolio. Let me first summarize the idea behind my weighting scheme. I do not normally believe in weighting by market capitalization, nor do I generally believe in equally weighting stocks.…

• Lingering tensions prompt Toyota to mull shifting focus in China

  BEIJING (Reuters) - Toyota and its dealers are quietly maneuvering to allay risks from periodic eruptions of anti-Japan sentiment in China, even as recent sales data suggest a slow but steady recovery for Japanese automakers since the latest flare-up last year.

• 10 Top Basic Materials Dogs Explore 15% To 42.4% Net Gains In June

  By Fredrik Arnold : This article reported results from basic materials sector stocks tracked down as of closing prices June 28 using dividend dog methodology. This report series started in the fall of 2011 by applying dog dividend methodology to reveal possible buy opportunities in each of eight…

• Ford Truck Sales Rise To Pre-Crisis Levels

  Hickey and Walters ( Bespoke ) submit: Sales of pickup trucks are often a sign of strength or weakness in the small business and construction sector as these types of businesses are the most common users of these vehicles. With that in mind, Tuesday's numbers from Ford regarding F-150…

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• Continental AG And Brazil Lead Weekly Credit Default Swap Trading Volume

  By Donald van Deventer : Continental AG ( CTTAY.PK ) was the most heavily traded corporate name in the single name CDS market this week, with a total of 236 contracts traded. The notional value of those contracts was slightly over $1 billion. Brazil led the sovereign rankings for the second…

• Strong June Light Vehicle Sales: Unambiguously Good News

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• Around the Water Cooler With Royal Caribbean CEO Adam Goldstein

  Cruise with your boss, and you might find yourself in deep waters.

• Macro-Markets Risk Index Stabilizes Somewhat

  By James Picerno : US economic conditions have stabilized in recent days, according to a markets-based profile of the macro trend. The deterioration that persisted through most of June has, for the moment, subsided. Even after the sharp decline in the Macro-Markets Risk Index (MMRI) in recent weeks,…

• Knight Capital CEO Joyce quits newly merged trading firm

  NEW YORK (Reuters) - Tom Joyce, the former chief executive officer of Knight Capital who helped the trading firm avoid bankruptcy, has resigned from the company just days after its takeover by rival Getco was finalized, the newly combined trading firm said in a statement.

• N.Y. attorney general probes payroll cards over fees

  New York (Reuters) - New York is investigating some of the country's largest companies over their use of cards to pay hourly employees, a person familiar with the matter said on Wednesday.

• Health care stocks pull back

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• Investment industry groups scuffle over ethics, costs

  (Reuters) - Wall Street's brokerages would spend an average of $8 million each to implement a plan being considered by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to impose higher ethical standards on brokers who give financial advice, according to estimates by the securities industry's…

• 5 Cool Planning Tips for Second Half

  Financial markets have been volatile. Here are some financial planning tips to respond calmly in overheated markets.

• Exclusive: States join U.S. probe of Cargill/ConAgra flour deal

  WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A group of wheat-growing states has joined the U.S. Justice Department in investigating a proposed joint venture by Cargill, CHS and ConAgra, which would make the largest U.S. flour miller even larger, two sources told Reuters.

• Bernanke to make July 10 speech on Fed's policy record

  WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Federal Reserve said on Wednesday that Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke would make a speech in Cambridge, Massachusetts, next week on the central bank's 100-year history, its policy record, lessoned learned and prospects for the future.

• Alcoa Earnings Strategies

  By Quoth the Raven: Alcoa ( AA ) will be reporting their 2nd quarter 2013 earnings next Monday, July 8th, after the bell. Alcoa is one of the smallest companies to be included in the Dow components, and its market cap is shrinking by the trading day. It's looking like it could be a shaky…

• Unions hope to revive talks, end strike at Daimler plant

  (Reuters) - Unions representing more than 700 workers at a Daimler AG truck factory in Portland, Oregon, hope to revive contract talks with the German company and avoid a lengthy strike, a union official said on Wednesday.

• U.S. judges okay JPMorgan $546 million settlement with MF Global trustee, customers

  NEW YORK (Reuters) - Customers of MF Global's failed broker-dealer unit and the trustee overseeing its liquidation won court approval on Wednesday for a $546 million settlement with JPMorgan Chase & Co .

• Egypt fears send oil price higher

  The price of US light crude oil hits a 14-month high, and Brent crude also rises, on concerns over political turmoil in Egypt.

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• A Myriad Of Questions For MYGN

  By Steve Alexander : Myriad Genetics ( MYGN ) is no stranger to adherents of Magic Formula® Investing (MFI). The stock has been in and out of the screens numerous times over the past 5 years, trading in a wide and volatile range despite delivering steady compound revenue growth of 23% and operating…

• Gold May Fall To $1050 Before Rallying

  By Emmet Kodesh: John Hathaway is Senior Managing Director of Tocqueville Asset Management family of six mutual funds formed in 1986. He has degrees from Harvard and the University of Virginia. Before becoming Manager of the Tocqueville Gold Fund, he founded Hudson Capital Advisors and worked Oak…

• Co-op Bank to probe £1.5bn capital hole

  Inquiry could cause a furore to rival the night The Rover's Return ran out of milk stout, preferred tipple of Corrie battleaxe Ena Sharples

• 2 Industrial Goods Companies With Recent Intensive Insider Selling

  By Markus Aarnio : The iShares Dow Jones U.S. Industrial Sector Index ETF ( IYJ ) was trading as low as $28.58 in March 2009. The index is currently trading at $83.21, or 191.1% above the low made in March 2009. (click to enlarge) In this article, I will feature two industrial goods companies…

• Goodbye My Iced Lemon Pound Cake

  By Nathaniel Matherson: In my last article regarding Starbucks ( SBUX ), I reiterated my buy recommendation from the start of the year while raising my price target to $67.50 a share. Since then, shares have moved just under this target as the market has fully priced in the company's global…

• Obamacare delay: What you need to know

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• Oil prices rise above $100 on Egypt turmoil

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• Ian Hannam compares fate to Mayhew's

  Market-abuse trial hears of disciplinary measures imposed on City dealmaker by JPMorgan Cazenove after FSA probe

• Lloyd's of London chief resigns

  Ward to quit the historic insurance market he set out to modernise at the end of the year

• Co-op to probe failings at bank

  Inquiry driven by new chief executive forms an attempt to investigate the mistakes that blew a hole in the once-conservative lender's balance sheet

• Trulia: Asking Home Prices Not Cooling Off ... Yet

  Trulia's Chief Economist discusses the latest findings from the Trulia Price Monitor and the Trulia Rent Monitor. Asking prices are up 10.7% year-over-year despite rising mortgages rates. In fact, prices rose in 99 of the 100 largest metros, and was essentially flat in the 100th, Philadelphia.

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• Qatar seeks to shake off trophy investor image

  Gas-rich state rethinks way it invests state funds in property in bid to introduce commercial rigour to its dealmaking

• Abandon Britain's white elephant

  It makes sense to cut the losses and stop HS2 in its tracks even though that decision would not be cost-free

• Regulators are finally closing in on banks

  One of the biggest weaknesses exposed by the 2008 crisis was that banks held too little capital for the risks they were unwittingly taking

• Madoff brother invokes Fifth Amendment

  Liquidators sue MSI's London directors – including Stephen Raven, former chief executive, and Madoff's son Andrew – to try to recover about £33m

• Beware dire predictions on Obama's war on coal

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• Samsung buys TV firm Boxee

  Samsung is taking over the Israeli firm Boxee, a start-up which makes set-top boxes that let users stream recorded TV shows from the cloud.

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• Lululemon sued for see-through yoga pants

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• Spanish regulator puts heat on Deloitte

  Accounting watchdog questions auditor's work for the nationalised lender and says in a report that its independence may have been compromised

• U.S. stocks shake off global worries

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• Russian oil exports to Europe at 10-year-low

  European refineries face higher costs as Urals crude trades at a premium to Dated Brent and Russian exports to Asia climb in response to rising demand

• What if Carl Icahn wins Dell?

  Even if Michael Dell loses in the short-term, he could win in the long-term.

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• Crisis hits Portugal borrowing costs

  Portugal's borrowing costs have risen sharply and stocks have fallen amid fears of a growing political crisis in the country.

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• Chipotle: The burrito hype continues

  Walk by any Chipotle, and the lines for burritos and tacos appear endless. The fervor is showing in its stock, which neared a 52-week high on Wednesday.

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• Bank downgrades: grey skies ahead

  Standard & Poor's has lowered its ratings for three large European investment banks, bringing them into line with US peers

• Mobile phone insurer fined £2.8m

  Policy Administrations Services has been criticised for poor handling of customer complaints and has agreed to pay compensation to 1,438 people

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• Credit Card Debt Forecast Signals Ominous Warnings to Consumers

  Americans are expected to end the year with nearly $47 billion in new credit card debt.

• Higher US mortgage rates deter refinance

  The ability to cut monthly mortgage payments via refinancing supports consumer spending, while low rates help underpin the revival in the US housing market

• 4 reasons to stay in your current job (for now)

  You may be itching to move on ? but right now might not be the best moment to switch jobs. Here's why.

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• How to Deduct Moving Costs On Your Tax Return

  Relocating can burden your budget, but you may be eligible for tax deductions related to moving costs.

• Mobile phone complaints firm fined

  A firm which deals with complaints for Phones 4U has been fined £2.8m for wide-ranging failures in dealing with gripes about mobile insurance policies.

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• S&P downgrades Euro banks

  Credit rating agency Standard & Poor's downgraded three European banks on Wednesday, citing worries over the size of their investment banking portfolios and the impact of new regulations.

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• Portugal may re-ignite Europe crisis

  Political turmoil in Portugal is threatening to reignite Europe's debt crisis after a year of relative calm.

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• Ofgem urges energy theft crackdown

  Energy firms must do more to tackle electricity theft, a third of which is said to be for cannabis farms, Ofgem says.

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• China pushes for freely tradeable renminbi

  Liberalisation allowing trading of the currency across China's borders is needed if the renminbi is to emerge as a global rival to the dollar

• Cameroon's buoyant economy creates strong jobs market

  Opportunities, notably for senior managers, are rising in a steadily growing country

• Scots to lose 'right to buy' homes

  The right of council tenants to buy the homes they rent at discounted rates is to be abolished in Scotland from 2017, it is announced.

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• Why You Should Give Annuities a Serious Look

  Why do investors say they value lifetime streams of guaranteed income but seldom buy annuities?

• VIDEO: HS2 'vitally important for growth'

  The government has rejected calls from the former Business Secretary Lord Mandelson to rethink its high speed rail project.

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• Furniture retailer Dwell to reopen

  The co-founder of furniture retailer Dwell announces a rescue deal for the chain, saving half the jobs at risk, with a number of stores to reopen on Thursday.

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• 6 Steps to Take for a Successful Retirement

  Improve your odds of retiring well with these tips.

• A New Way to Shop July 4 Sales

  SaleSorter, a new app, helps shoppers find the discounts closest to them.

• Should You Rent Your Next Dress?

  Dress and bag renting companies make it easy to borrow designer goods – for a price.

• 5 Tips For Getting Your Bank Loan Approved

  Getting a bank loan approved is not the easiest process. In light of recent economic troubles across the nation, lenders are looking for a lot more in a loan applicant and are more strict. While there are several key areas lenders will be focusing on, it is important that you are ready to present…

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• Parkinson's Law is Killing Your Returns

  Why the financial media tells you what you want, and not what you need, to hear.

• U.S. Supreme Court Issues Orders On DOMA And Prop 8 Cases

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• After Windsor: 10 New Financial Benefits For Same-Sex Couples

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• Faculty Share Their Money Advice for College Freshmen

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• 6 Mistaken Beliefs That Are Holding You Back in Your Job Search

  Stop playing the game with a rusty rule book.

• Fund managers escape EU pay curbs

  Controversial proposal to limit variable pay as a proportion of salary voted down by a majority of seven in the European parliament, much to the UK's relief

• Business hiring picks up

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• UK service sector growth accelerates

  The UK's services sector recorded its fastest rise in activity for more than two years last month, an industry survey says.

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• Carney to look at bank note figures

  New Bank of England governor Mark Carney is reviewing the historical figures appearing on bank notes, amid concerns that no women will be represented.

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• Nicole Farhi enters administration

  The upmarket British fashion and homeware retailer Nicole Farhi, founded in 1982 as a sister company to French Connection, goes into administration.

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• 5 Tips for Uncovering Better Freelance Work

  Many employers no longer fill slots with full-time staff.

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• Sainsbury's 'sorry' to mobile user

  Sainsbury's apologises after a checkout worker in south-east London refuses to serve a customer until she ends her mobile phone call.

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• 100 great things about America

  From Betty White to Tupperware to Vegas, check out the top things that make America great.

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• 8 states raise their gas tax

  The largest increase was in Wyoming, followed by Connecticut and California.

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• Brazil billionaire's oil firm in deep water

  Five years ago it was Brazil's biggest initial public offering, today it's at risk of default. Is billionaire Eike Batista's oil and gas group finally hitting the wall?

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• Debit card 'is first choice online'

  Debit card spending by internet shoppers overtook the use of credit cards online for the first time last year, industry figures show.

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• Kerry Katona files for bankruptcy

  The singer is also dropped as the face of payday loan company Cash Lady after declaring bankruptcy.

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• RBS to review small business lending

  RBS launches an independent review into its small business lending, saying it has £20bn that could be lent to firms.

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• Why not... introduce a flat tax?

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• Yes We (Kicked The) Can!

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• Why China's financial jitters matter

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• Tesla direct-sales petition hits 100,000 signatures

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• Jambo tech! (Hello, tech! in Swahili)

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• Can you teach the intolerant to be tolerant?

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• MEPs vote down fund manager bonus cap

  Members of the European Parliament have 'narrowly' voted down proposals to place restrictions on fund manager pay and bonuses

• Buyer backtrack hits Annington ambitions

  Bankers close to the pulled IPO of the German property group Deutsche Annington say a large buyer withdrew their order late on in the process

• Former SocGen team unveils dividend futures start-up

  The derivatives specialists believe that the fledgling market could become the 'next big thing'

• Is Jefferies a canary in the coal mine?

  Jefferies is a better predictor of the rest of Wall Street's performance than you might have thought

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• Head of key renminbi business exits HSBC

  HSBC's head of European renminbi business development leaves after 17 months in the role

• Pimco bond fund sees record outflows

  Bill Gross's flagship fund saw investors pull out nearly $10bn in June – the most since it began tracking the fund's flow in 1993

• Hannam legal team brands FSA case 'incoherent'

  Ian Hannam's bid to overturn a Financial Services Authority fine has entered its second day

• FN100 – where are they now? Eli Lederman

  When Eli Lederman was named in the FN100 list in 2008, he was preparing to be at the forefront of a new wave of competition in cash equities trading

• Derivatives duo leaves State Street after shake-up

  Two derivatives specialists at custody giant State Street have left the firm and launched their own consultancies

• Regulation threatens global transaction model

  Capital demands and calls for local staff could lead to contraction of transaction banking model

• Leeds puts municipal bonds on the UK map

  The city will this week issue a muni bond that could spark hope for the development of the market in Europe

• Why I Support My Son's Decision To Put College On Hold ... To Surf

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• Stop Screwing Up Your Job Search In These Ten Ways

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• Secrets of the super travelers

  They soar above ordinary trips and perform feats of vacation derring-do, all while nailing their budget. Here are their travel tips.

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• Three Risky ETFs: Protect Yourself Now

  A lot of ink has been spilled over the past few weeks about "risky" ETFs. It's turning into a branding problem, since most people associate exchange-traded funds with lower, not higher, risk.

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• The Rapid Rise Of The Male Caregiver

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• 10 Ways The Job Search Has Changed

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• 4 Mistakes to Avoid in Parents' Financial Plans

  With millions of Americans providing care for their aging parents, here are four financial planning mistakes they can help each other avoid.

• 10 Common Financial Terms Every Newbie Needs To Know

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• Strong US car sales drive recovery

  US car manufacturers report their strongest monthly sales growth in June since the recession.

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• Why Savers Should Watch the Unemployment Rate

  In today's climate of low interest rates, here's what you need to know about putting money into a savings account or a certificate of deposit.

• 5 Lesser-Known Places to Stash Your Emergency Fund

  Putting your emergency money in a regular savings account is an easy option, but it won't get you much as far as interest.

• Help Your Parents Join The Aging In Place Revolution

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• Are Women Lousy Salary Negotiators?

  A lot of females seem to think they could be better at asking for a raise.

• For Whom The (Closing) Bell Tolls

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• The 10 Most Expensive U.S. Colleges, 2012

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  The real estate market is finally improving, so maybe it's time to invest in your house again.

• Retirement Makeovers for Your Money and Home

  Once you've done the hard work to build a successful retirement, keep your plan up to date.

• 5 Awesome Resources for Learning Today's Most Marketable Skills

  Cutting-edge tools for building coveted job skills.

• The Best Money Tips for New Graduates

  Getting a degree means it's time to get your finances together, too.

• How and Why to Make LinkedIn References Count

  Giving and receiving LinkedIn recommendations are an integral part of the job hunt.

• Brazil World Cup tickets 'cheapest'

  Football governing body Fifa says tickets for next year's World Cup in Brazil will be the "cheapest ever", with prices to be announced on 19 July.

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• HSBC reshapes investment bank

  The UK group's banking and markets functions, under Samir Assaf, are to be split into three units

• Fed moves to finalise capital rules for largest banks

  New rules will target the eight largest US firms considered 'systemically important' to the global economy

• Citi adds four to growing commodities roster

  The US bank continues to build its commodities arm at a time when its peers are scaling back in the sector

• Public transport learns from F1

  How public transport is learning the secrets of F1

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• Green Tea May Prevent Alzheimer's Disease, Say Four New Studies

  Could something as simple as drinking green tea protect you from developing Alzheimer's? A host of new studies have looked at various aspects of how green tea affects the brain, and concluded yes.

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• Creative Ways to Give to Charity

  Modern methods of donating include biking, texting and shopping online.

• When to Give Out Your Social Security Number And How to Protect It

  A compromised Social Security number can create a financial headache. Here's how to keep yours safe.

• 5 Online Spending Traps – And How to Avoid Them

  Common behaviors like saving your credit card information on a website for speedy checkout in the future can cost you.

• How a Second Home Overseas Could Pay For Retirement

  Renting out your vacation home can generate retirement income.

• The Surprising Benefits Of Working Backward

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• Big Opportunities In Small-Cap Companies

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• Is Resveratrol The Magic Bullet Against Aging?

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• Time-Share Scams Multiply As Swindlers Offer Resale Deals

   

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• Supreme Court Ruling Creates Confusion Over Social Security Benefits for Same-Sex Couples

  Extending Social Security benefits to spouses and children of same-sex couples may not be so simple.

• How to Tell if You Have a Lousy 401(k) Plan

  Some 401(k) plans offer better benefits to plan participants than others.

• I Fund Everything In My Life With Credit Card Points

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• Quantopian Wants To Turn Stock Trading Algorithmic

  Financial theory argues that over the long-run, individuals can't beat the market. But a Boston start-up, Quantopian – its service lets people build, test, and execute trading algorithms -- has developed software for those who want to try.

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• Plan For Financial Independence, Not Retirement

  Here's a holiday suggestion that only a personal finance blogger would make: While you're celebrating Independence Day, take some time to nail down the day you want to become financially independent.

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• Fourth Of July Rally? Maybe, Maybe Not

  A popular myth about stock market behavior is that prices rally around the holidays. The 4th of July Rally could be the biggest of these market legends. There is a widespread belief that stocks are positive in the days surrounding July 4th. This idea turns out to be more of a celebration than…

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• As Taxpayers Scramble To Make Sense Of DOMA, IRS Issues Statement

  When the Supreme Court handed down its opinion last week on Windsor (the DOMA case), it surprised more than a few folks. Count those as surprised: the Internal Revenue Service which must now come to terms with how to treat what is sure to be an onslaught of amended returns and even more confusion.…

• 5 Tips for Women on Gaining Wealth and Power

  Strategies for women to work their own networks to climb the ladder.

• Crafting a Tailor-Made Résumé to Fit Your Field

  Tips for how to customize your résumé for your profession.

• Why Unpaid Internships Should Be Legal

  There still is value in this type of gaining experience at this stage of your career.

• Hiring Wisely: The Art of Selection

  Learning how to do this well is critical.

• The 'Old Normal' Stirs From Its Slumber

  The Fed's first hint at reining in easing could be good for stocks.

• The boss who aims to hit the right note

  Hotels.com chief executive David Roche explains why running a successful internet company is very similar to being a jazz musician.

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• 8 Things You Need to Know About Buying Bonds Now

  Investors dumped bonds at a record rate in June. Some say they're now a bargain.

• A Close Comparison of Bank and Credit Union Customers

  A look at the difference in accessibility, fees, interest rates, customer satisfaction and other qualities.

• As Markets Face Rising Rates, Rebalancing Gets Tougher

  It's the simple "tire rotation" of personal finance. But a timely rebalance could avert losses when rates rise.

• Housing's 'Shadow Inventory' Still Haunts Banks

  Foreclosed homes should still be a worry for homeowners, banks and investors.

• What Will You Do When You Quit Your Job?

  It's a good idea to replace your job with something else in retirement.

• What is Your Retirement Personality?

  Older workers have vastly different plans for their retirement years.

• SPL and SFL finally agree to merge

  The creation of a new Scottish Professional Football League goes ahead after a troubled day at Hampden.

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• Video: Why 30-Somethings Are Struggling

  A new study finds that younger Americans are worse off than their parents.

• Where Will You Get Health Insurance in 2014?

  Obamacare mandates state insurance exchanges open Oct. 1 for individual coverage requirements in 2014

• These Are 6 Dirty Jobs, But Somebody Has to Do Them

  The cringe-worthy tasks that are all in a foul day's work for a choice few.

• 10 Ways to Reduce the Cost of Your Commute

  Make better use of your time in transit with these tips.

• One Man's Journey From the NFL to Wall Street

  What former cornerback Eugene Profit has to say about football, money and risk.

• Advice About Picking a Winning Fund Manager

  Why finding a hot fund manager won't lead to better returns.

• 5 Tips for Working on the Road

  Maximize your productivity when plugging in away from the office.

• WRU earmarks extra £1m for regions

  The Welsh Rugby Union is making an extra £1m available to help regions keep international players in Wales.

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• Turning prisoners into entrepreneurs

  Two schemes on both sides of the Atlantic are helping to turn former prisoners into entrepreneurs, by offering them training and financial support, as the BBC's Will Smale reports.

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• How to Review Your Investments

  With markets in turmoil, take a look at where your investments are now.

• 8 Ways to Save On Summer Activities for Your Children

  Community-run summer camps and trips to state parks are two inexpensive ways to keep your children occupied.

• Should Investors Fear the Market Pullback? 2 Views on Stocks

  The stock market's big swings in recent days uncovered big fears among investors.

• Employees Demanding More Retirement Help From Bosses

  More employers are seeking ways to expand advice and help employees prepare for retirement.

• The Overconfident Investor Moves Markets

  Emotion and bias push stocks in real and unpredictable ways.

• Counterintuitive Advice for Retirement

  Why losing money and working less could actually improve your retirement prospects.

• What to Do If You Still Don't Have an Internship

  You might have to alter your strategy, but it's still not too late to find work.

• How Kickstarter Can Help You

  Celebrities aren't the only ones who are raising money for personal projects on the crowdfunding site.

• The 8 New Rules of a Career Survivalist

  How to truly stay ahead in the 21st century workplace.

• 6 Costs to Cut in Retirement

  Eliminate these unnecessary expenses and live comfortably on a fixed income.

• What to Do if You're Getting Laid Off

  This is the time to stay calm and think ahead.

• Is Your Personality Holding You Back at Work?

  If a lack of soft skills is interfering with a promotion, here are tips to improve your rough edges.

• 5 Ways to Save on July 4th Celebrations

  Doing a little homework before the weekend rolls around can help you enjoy the holiday without putting a dent in your finances.

• How to Prepare Your Home for a Summer Storm

  Cleaning your gutters and inspecting your basement can help you become better-prepared for a disaster.

• Investing in Wine: Sour Grapes or Liquid Gold?

  Exploring wine as an investment option.

• How to Stop Being a Pack Rat and Save Money in the Process

  Even if you're not planning to downsize, getting rid of "stuff" you no longer need can clear clutter and save money.

• 9 Employment Tips for Older Job Seekers

  Pilot programs for mature job seekers have produced findings that might help your search.

• How to Decorate an Apartment Without Forfeiting Your Security Deposit

  Despite limitations, renting doesn't mean you're stuck in a styleless space.

• What You Should Know About Savings Accounts

  Banks "anti-saving" practices make it harder for Americans to put money away for a rainy day.

• The World's 21 Best Cities for Retirement

  Check out these affordable, welcoming and safe retirement options.

• Why You Should Collect Social Security Early

  There are some situations when it makes sense to claim benefits as soon as you are eligible to.

• Around the Water Cooler With Banana Republic President Jack Calhoun

  Wear a little confidence to an interview, and you'll land the job, according to this apparel executive.

• Buying a House? Don't Make These Mistakes

  Being overly concerned with small problems while ignoring bigger ones is a common rookie error.

• Tax-Deferred Investing Matters More Than Ever

  With taxes rising, your tax-deferred account is still your best route to retirement saving.

• 6 Ways to Mobilize Your Network

  The true keys to move and shake effectively.

• As Markets Falter, Stay Diversified

  Even when it seems like everything is falling, a broader portfolio still makes sense.

• Study: More Caregivers Seeking Health Information Online

  Pew Research Center finds 75 percent of caregivers have sought health information online.

• 14 Ways Retirees are Making Money

  Try these fun and easy ways to boost your retirement income.

• 7 Retirement Decisions that Affect the Rest of Your Life

  These retirement choices determine how financially secure you will be in retirement.

• Beware of These Online Retail Pricing Strategies

  How fluctuating prices and abandoned shopping carts affect the price you pay for items online.

• 6 Reasons Why You Really Shouldn't Take That Job

  Don't ignore those foreboding feelings.

• Who's Afraid of Municipal Bonds?

  Gyrations continue in muni markets. Still, no crisis looks imminent.

• Tips for Perfecting Gentle Salary Negotiation

  Switch your point of view on this part of the hiring process.

• 4 Job Search Nightmares That Could Happen to You

  Pointers for how to dig out of a career catastrophe.

• 4 Tips for Investing with P2P Loans

  Google has invested in person-to-person lending. Should you too? Here is how it works.

• 5 Lesser-Known Facts About Renting a Car

  Picking up a rental car at the airport or returning the car early could cost you.

• Retirement When Your Spouse Still Works

  The retirement transition can be especially challenging when your spouse remains employed.

• Do You Tell People How Old You Are?

  Why it may not be a good idea to reveal your age.

• How to Protect Your Small Business From Cybercriminals

  One successful attack can destroy a company. Make sure yours is well-guarded.

• 5 Tips for Parents On How to Be Good Financial Role Models

  It's crucial to teach your children the ins and outs of money management and financial responsibility.

• The Cost of Worrying About Money

  Employers can help workers reduce their financial stress – and boost their productivity.

• Retirement Shortfall May Top $14 Trillion

  Study finds most Americans have no private retirement savings and may face a lower standard of living.

• Active or Passive Investing: Why Not Both?

  There's a role for indexing and good management when choosing funds.

• A Misguided Attack on Evidence-Based Investing

  Why retirement savers should invest using balanced portfolios.

• How to Make a Viral Video – and Make Money

  Making a living creating viral videos isn't as easy as filming a cat playing the piano.

• 7 Simple and Smart Reasons to Hire Millennials

  Take a closer look at the qualifications and traits of this group of job seekers.

• How to Be Assertive and Get What You Want at Work

  Get your point across without fear ... and without going overboard.

• The history of the peanut airlines

  In the 1980s, one Irish airline was renowned for its customer service. It was called Ryanair. It was losing so much cash that a former accountant, a certain Mr O'Leary, recommended closing it down.

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• Which to Tackle First: High-Interest Debt or Small-Balance Debt?

  What method you use depends on your financial circumstances and emotions.

• A Frugal Traveler's Guide to Cheap Lodging

  How to time your vacation, pick a destination and find a quality place to stay.

• How to Pay Down Debt While Saving for Retirement

  A guide to help you solve the paying-versus-saving conundrum.

• How New College Grads Should Prepare for Retirement

  These financial decisions could help you build wealth throughout your life.

• Challenges of an Aging American Workforce

  As Americans delay retirements, workplaces with older employees will become increasingly common.

• How to Invest in the Fed's Slow-Growing Economy

  The economy has been mired in slow growth and low rates. Here is why it's best to invest in small bites.

• How to Avoid Online Ticket Scammers

  Despite their best prevention efforts, websites such as Craigslist and PayPal still host scammers.

• 8 Crippling Mistakes Job Seekers Make

  Blunders that will prolong your search or derail it altogether.

• How to Make the Best List of Job References

  Hearing the right voice on the other end of the phone could sway employers.

• 6 Tips to Become a Master Communicator at Work

  Learning to hobnob could further your career.

• What to Expect During a Job Search in Today's Market

  New job seekers are often startled to find the conventions of the past have changed.

• The 4 Cool Ways the Top Employers Create Work-Life Balance

  What traits do the top 25 companies that facilitate work-life balance share?

• Nap Nanny Recall: What You Should Know

  Why consumers should pay attention to the latest round of baby product recalls.

• 5 Tips for Savvy Target-Date Fund Investing

  Target-date funds continue to soar in popularity in 401(k) plans, but investors shouldn't be passive.

• How to Avoid a Summer Vacation Disaster

  Tips from fellow travelers who have experienced less-than-ideal trips.

• How to Make Your Home Ready for Retirement

  These simple changes could make your house safer and help you stay in it longer.

• 5 Things You Must Know Before Renting Overseas

  Use these techniques to avoid a bad rental experience abroad.

• 4 Tips To Revive a Feeble Résumé

  Sloppy written communication skills could be killing your job chances.

• How to Give Your Finances a Summer Makeover

  As the weather warms up, don't forget to boost your bank account.

• Plan Your 'Retirement Landing'

  When you're getting ready to touch down in retirement, be sure you're prepared with these eight steps.

• How to Pick a Floating Rate Bond Fund

  How to think about floating rate funds, plus some recommendations.

• How to Split Travel Costs With Friends

  Traveling with a group this summer? Here's how to divvy up the costs and avoid getting stiffed.

• Credit-Management Tips for Recent College Graduates

  Creating a plan to pay off credit card debt and stay on top of student loan payments can position you for financial success.

• Are Alternative Mutual Funds Too Risky?

  Why FINRA is telling investors to be careful.

• 4 Ways to Calculate Your Retirement Number

  There are a variety of ways to determine how much money you will need in retirement.

• Living a Good Life Includes Preparing for Death

  Psychotherapist Margie Jenkins says settling financial and legal issues before death can be comforting.

• How to Budget for Health Costs in Retirement

  Medicare beneficiaries should prepare for sometimes significant out-of-pocket expenses.

• The Case Against Résumé Writers

  Why you should think twice before hiring someone to write your résumé.

• 8 Things Your Boss Wishes You Knew

  Try seeing office politics from a different perspective.

• What We've Learned From Sheryl Sandberg

  Lessons from Sandberg's keynote speech at May's PBWC conference.

• Tempted to Make a Currency Play? Think Again

  For most investors, picking currencies is a tough trade to do right.

• Money Market Reforms: Change for Your Buck?

  The SEC backs a plan to let leading fund companies keep the "buck" guarantee for retail investors.

• How to Help Your Teenager Build Credit Responsibly

  Financial advisers offer tips on young adults should use credit.

• Leaving a Legacy in Retirement

  Retirement can be a time to reflect on how you will be remembered.

• Smart Ways to Slash Your Summer Energy Bills

  The big and small of summer savings.

• How to Monitor Your Investing Fees

  Costs can add up for everything from trading costs to 401(k) fees.

• 6 Budget-Friendly, Last-Minute Gifts for Father's Day

  Here are some unique gift ideas for dad – all less than $50

• Living an Eco-Friendly Lifestyle On a Budget

  Going "green" can help the environment and your finances.

• Easy Saving Strategies to Build an Emergency Fund

  Don't let unanticipated expenses wreck havoc on your finances.

• 5 Creative, Frugal Summer Staycation Ideas for the Family

  Enjoy time off with the family without leaving home or breaking your budget.

• The Index Revolution is Thriving

  Low-cost index fund investing is growing in popularity.

• Markets Believe Interest Rates Are Headed Up

  Retiree investors should proceed with caution, for the long-awaited increase in rates may be at hand.

• How to Tell Your Boss You're ...

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• 7 Reasons to Consider Phased Retirement

  Downshifting to part-time work could boost your free time and provide some income.

• The Best Money Advice From Dad

  Personal finance experts remember their fathers' financial wisdom – both sentimental and practical.

• What Was so Lavish About the IRS Employee Conference?

  The conference was called "lavish" and "shameless." Could it pass an IRS audit? Here's what experts say.

• Now's the Time to Tackle Tax Reform

  With declining federal deficits, pressure for Congress to act on loopholes and entitlements has eased.

• 4 Reasons You're Not Ready for Early Retirement

  Daydreaming about early retirement doesn't mean you'll actually enjoy it.

• How to Effectively Work From Home With Kids

  In the summer, it isn't easy to focus on your work when your "co-worker" is demanding a Popsicle.

• How to Create Your Own Money Roadmap

  Bart Astor's new book helps baby boomers think holistically about their finances.

• Do You Need Homeowner's Insurance?

  Make sure your home is protected from natural disasters.

• 9 Ways to Negotiate the Salary You Want

  During paycheck deliberations, find the right balance between firm and flexible.

• Tips for Unplugging During Vacation

  Truly take time off when you're away from the office.

• Do You Know What Signals You're Sending at Work?

  Disgruntled? Disorganized? Disengaged? Your co-workers can tell.

• How to Compete in a Freelancing, Crowdsourcing Economy

  Tips for staying relevant and finding work in a tight job market.

• Is Life Insurance a Retirement Investment?

  Insurance can help protect your family, but other investment options could be better.

• Will Today's Teens Depend on Parents Forever?

  A new survey suggests that families might be supporting their children well into their twenties.

• Smart Ways to Save On Your Summer Road Trip

  How to keep your budget from steering off course.

• An Expat Haven for Retirees in Boquete, Panama

  Retirees in Boquete speak English and use the U.S. dollar

• 7 Ways Baby Boomers Can Be Happier

  Try these strategies to boost your chances of happiness.

• What Can You Afford: House, Car or Vacation?

  Summertime might be a good time to buy, but you have to know what you can afford.

• Budget-Friendly Fun For the Summer

  Make the most of summer with live entertainment, sports activities and even outdoor adventures – all at low costs.

• 8 Retirement Investing Essentials

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• How to Tap Dance Around Illegal Interview Questions

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• Retirement Planning Myths Busted

  Don't let these common retirement myths hinder your savings plans.

• Perfecting the Job Search Using LinkedIn's 3 Newest Features

  The networking site launched three exciting features to maximize your profile and connections.

• Furloughed Workers Feel the Financial Pinch

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• Are There Too Many Mutual Funds?

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• How to Get the Attention of a Bank's Customer Support

  There are easier ways to resolve disputes than having to sit on hold to talk to a customer service representative.

• The Hidden Costs of Pregnancy

  A new proposed law aims to keep expectant mothers in the workplace for as long as possible.

• 4 Retirement Plan Options for Small Businesses

  Small business owners can defer taxes on their retirement savings using these accounts.

• Social Security Needs to Prepare for Aging Americans

  Agency is unprepared for a surge in payee representatives tied to a rise in vulnerable beneficiaries.

• The Ideal Retirement Age

  Age 65 is no longer when most people expect to retire.

• Writing Off Your Summer Vacation

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• Not a Morning Person? You Can Still Power Up Your Day

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• Hedge Funds for the Masses?

  Hedge fund strategies are showing up in more mutual funds.

• Social Media Job Search Hail Marys

  You might resort to long shot techniques if your search is proving fruitless.

• How to Tell if a Company Culture Will be a Bad Fit

  The smoke signals to look for when determining the right workplace for you.

• Why Love and Money Don't Mix

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• Why Some Use a Co-Signer on Their Apartment Lease

  Enlisting the help of a guarantor can make you a more desirable prospective tenant.

• Will You Retire at 65?

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• The Oldest Baby Boomers Launch Their Retirement

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• Living with ALS: Learning to Live with Limits

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• What's Making Famous Bear Meredith Whitney so Bullish?

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• Investing Risk and Volatility Aren't the Same

  Market swings do influence investment decisions, but shouldn't take away from how you assess long-term financial goals.

• Give Yourself a Midyear Financial Checkup

  Zero in on your consumer habits so far this year and adjust your behaviors accordingly.

• Buried Treasure in Academic Journals

  Instead of watching CNBC, look for peer-reviewed financial advice.

• 5 Ways Retirees Can Save on Vacations

  Use these strategies to pay less for your summer plans.

• What to Do When Your Job Offer is Withdrawn

  The protocol to follow when your offer is revoked.

• Are Women Still Falling Short of Men's Earning Power?

  We've come a long way, but not far enough.

• How to Give Positive Feedback at Work

  Learn to give authentic, specific praise to colleagues.

• Living with ALS: Medical Gains Can't Come Fast Enough

  Researchers race against time to develop treatments and accurate ways to diagnose ALS.

• 5 Money Moves to Make Before Age 30

  As millennials age, they take on more financial responsibilities.

• How to Chase Value During a Bull Market

  Some value investors have held their own by updating their strategies in this upbeat market.

• 3 Steps to Reinventing Your Career

  Consider these strategies as you embark on your journey.

• Why to Pay Off Your Mortgage Before Retirement

  Eliminating housing debt can greatly improve your retirement cash flow.

• 3 Ways to Maximize Your Frequent Flier Miles This Summer

  What you need to know to make an informed decision of when to use your rewards miles.

• Living with ALS: Money Issues Need Care as Well

  Facing a fatal illness, Hollister Lindley's investment objectives moved from growth to income.

• How to Look Like an Expert to Recruiters

  Most recruiters are looking for job hunters with specific skills.

• 5 Things You Didn't Know Could Hurt Your Career

  Are you own worst professional enemy?

• Don't Be This Kind of Interviewee

  How not to behave in your next job interview.

• 5 Money Questions to Ask Before You Marry

  You may think you're a perfect match, but one of the biggest compatibility tests is merging finances.

• Living with ALS: One Day at a Time

  Hollister Lindley is striving to live the most purposeful life she can since being diagnosed with ALS.

• How to Open Your First IRA On the Path to Retirement Bliss

  Answers to the four most commonly asked questions when it comes to opening, funding and setting up your first IRA.

• 10 Ways You Save Money When You Retire

  You can eliminate these bills once you quit your job.

• Your Retirement Plans Can't Ignore Inflation

  There's no escaping higher prices in the future, so start planning now.

• 7 Tips for Casting Away Interview Jitters

  Settle your anxieties before meeting with potential employers.

• 4 Reasons To Pursue Contract Work, Taken From 'Ghostbusters'

  Who you gonna call? A contractor, of course.