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Manpower Software released strong full-year results Wednesday, in line with expectations. CEO Ian Bowles said the company "has all the characteristics of a recession-beater".
CNBC's Trish Regan sits in for Maria Bartiromo to discuss the day's top business and financial stories, and look ahead to Friday's Closing Bell.
CNBC's Mary Thompson reports on the trading day from the NYSE.
The top headlines this hour, with CNBC's Sri Jegarajah.
BHP Billiton CEO, Marius Kloppers, updated investors on the mining giant's future plans at its annual general meeting.