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It's been a tough year for foreign direct investment in Ireland, as some of the country's biggest employers such as Dell ceased manufacturing on the emerald Isle. Barry O'Leary, CEO of IDA Ireland, considers the outlook.
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.