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Fed Chair Ben Bernanke told Congress on Wednesday the U.S. job market remains weak, and that it is too soon for the central bank to end its stimulus programs. Stocks spiked on his comments, then retreated from their highs.
Top Video
Technical analyst Richard Ross explains why his charts indicate JPMorgan shares are going up.Fundamental analyst Enis Taner doesn't like the company, but also thinks the stock will rise. (2:32)
Wednesday, 22 May 2013 | 12:35 AM ETRead how many in China have climbed out of the poverty pit by unleashing their entrepreneurial spirit.
Tuesday, 21 May 2013 | 7:50 PM ETSteven Schiller, Senior VP, Global Sweets & Refreshment introduces Hershey's new brand of milk candy in the mainland, called the Lancester in English, or Yo-Man in Mandarin.
Highlights
Female financial advisors have a unique edge with women clients, often working differently than their male counterparts. |
Here's a look at the 11-biggest venture-backed exits of New York companies and the notable VCs who backed them. |
Schools need to cut costs and frills if they want to survive, says a former education secretary. |
Teen use of Twitter has grown significantly, a new report shows, as Facebook loses market share. Here's why. |
Here's a look at how the devastating Oklahoma storm compared to some of the deadliest tornadoes in U.S. history. |
The Bay Area beat out South Florida, which was making a bid for its 11th NFL championship game, to host the anniversary event. |
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Editor's Picks
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From social video to niche social networks, financial advisors are hunting for prospects in the digital world.
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Stocks
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Jim Cramer thinks there is evidence of a turn in Europe. And if that happens, then this name is THE play, the "Mad Money" host said.
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Cloud-computing stocks have been active recently, and yesterday the bulls turned to data-warehousing company Teradata.
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The Fast Money traders discuss what to do with Norfolk Southern, Whole Foods, Cabot and more.
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Stock charts suggest that the rally could continue, Tejas Securities Group Chief Technical Analyst Jeff Weiss says.
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As the market broaches overbought territory, a correction is in store—just not necessarily a downward one. TheStreet.com offers technical analysis.
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Skeptical of the airline stocks? Jim Cramer suggests giving this play a closer look.
Technology
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When disaster strikes, communication can be a lifeline. That's made phone chargers a new addition to the emergency preparedness kit.
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Teen use of Twitter has grown significantly, a new report into social media networks shows, while Facebook is losing market share to its quick-messaging rival.
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We can thank the app economy for a boom in cyberattacks aimed at mobile devices, security experts said Tuesday.
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Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer tells CNBC the $1.1 billion deal for Tumblr is "part of enhancing our growth story" and the company will remain independent, even under Yahoo's ownership.
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If Facebook wanted to buy Tumblr, it would have bought Tumblr. But Tumblr has a mobile problem.
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As investors and analysts size up Yahoo's latest $1.1 billion acquisition, it is worth reflecting on the GeoCities deal, which has many similarities, the NYT reports.
Finance
NetNet With John Carney
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What Warren Buffett once called "financial weapons of mass destruction" are firing again, with securitization and shadow banking at post-crisis highs.
By the Numbers
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The Dow is up nearly 22 percent since mid-November. Many think the market's overdue for a pullback, but historical correlations indicate that it may not be.
Opinion
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College administrators better take a hard look at what they're offering students if they hope to weather a coming online storm, says a former Secretary of Education.
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If Facebook wanted to buy Tumblr, it would have bought Tumblr. But Tumblr has a mobile problem.
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The low-cost advantage that China once enjoyed (at least in the East Coast cities called the Gold Coast) is starting to fade.
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According to a CBO report, tax hikes outweigh spending cuts by 6-1. Henry Blodget, Business Insider, and Jim Pethokoukis, American Enterprise Institute, discuss.
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Larry Kudlow says there's only one possible solution to clean up the IRS mess — a special counsel.
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Abe will have a tough job trying to convince his G-8 colleagues next month that his "three arrows" stimulus program is not just a subterfuge to boost exports, says this economist.
Real Estate
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Fannie Mae common shares have soared, but there may not be a happy ending for investors.
Inside Wealth
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The wealthy are back to pre-crisis boom years when it comes to their confidence, but why are some still sitting on cash?
Politics
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Top IRS say they were unaware of the agency's targeting of conservative groups for extra tax scrutiny until recently.
Media
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Peter Lauria, BuzzFeed business editor, discusses the launch of its business section website.
Retail
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Shares of Saks surge amid a report it has hired Goldman Sachs to explore strategic alternatives.
Small Business
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Debt-laden businesses make decisions out of desperation. So cut up the credit cards and use these four strategies instead.
Personal Finance
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.93x70.jpg?v=1369228457 "Women Hold Slight Edge in Credit Scores")
Women averaged a credit score of 675 compared to the male average of 674, according to the credit score agency Experian.
Energy
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Brent crude fell towards $103 per barrel after data showing a surprise jump in US gas stockpiles sparked demand worries.
Humor
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Sometimes when you do things in the comfort of your own home, everyone gets a little too comfortable.