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Feds Seize Control of Ailing Insurer AIG
posted: 2 HOURS 21 MINUTES AGOcomments: 3317
Marking the second time this month that the U.S. government has put taxpayer money on
the hook to rescue a private financial company, ailing insurer AIG gets a lifeline, something that bankrupt Lehman Brothers was unable to secure. But this is not just an $85 billion loan from the Federal Reserve to AIG, it's a government takeover. Quote: AIG
Market Reaction: Dow Plunges 300 Points
BloggingStocks: Jim Cramer Weighs In
Also See: Bank Failures Stretching FDIC
Market Reaction: Dow Plunges 300 Points
BloggingStocks: Jim Cramer Weighs In
Also See: Bank Failures Stretching FDIC
Can Morgan Stanley Stay Independent?
posted: 2 HOURS 40 MINUTES AGOcomments: 6
As its shares joins other financial stocks in a downward spiral, CNBC reports that Morgan Stanley is thinking twice about whether it should remain independent. In a pre-announced earnings report Tuesday, the firm's results showed that it was profitable and even beat expectations for the third quarter. But Wall Street insiders are growing more concerned about the so-called credit default swaps that have led to destruction at other big firms.
From BloggingStocks: Who Would Want Morgan Stanley?
Also See: Morgan Pre-Announces, Beats Expectations
Latest Lehman News: Barclays Will Buy Lehman's Core Assets
From BloggingStocks: Who Would Want Morgan Stanley?
Also See: Morgan Pre-Announces, Beats Expectations
Latest Lehman News: Barclays Will Buy Lehman's Core Assets
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US Seeks Suitors for Struggling WaMu
posted: 1 HOUR 4 MINUTES AGOcomments: 52
Having plucked AIG from the brink of a monumental bankruptcy, the government's focus turns to Washington Mutual, reportedly reaching out to Wall Street's big banks in search of someone to buy the nation's largest thrift. Quote: WM
Also See: Failure Could Tap Out FDIC
Also See: Failure Could Tap Out FDIC
Seven Myths About Your Credit Score
posted: 1 DAY 7 HOURS AGOcomments: 0
filed under: Credit Reports, Debt
Credit and debt expert Lita Epstein knows people are worried about debt these days and are getting a lot of conflicting information. So she offers a primer on credit scores that will sort through the bad advice and help you keep your report clean.
Cassandra Shie, AOL
Home Depot to Offer 50 Percent Discounts
posted: 1 HOUR 8 MINUTES AGOcomments: 1
filed under: Get Deals
AP
In a move to regain market share, home improvement chain Home Depot says that it will roll out discounts up to 50 percent this week on as many as 1,200 items. The retailer hopes that the price cuts will lure budget-conscious shoppers who are tightening their spending amid a weak U.S. economy. Quote: HD
What to Do About Your 401(k) Plan
posted: 18 HOURS 37 MINUTES AGOcomments: 0
filed under: BloggingStocks, Investing
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No doubt, the stream of rough news out of Wall Street is alarming. If you're anxiously checking your 401(k)'s balance daily, the volatility might make it tempting to withdraw early, betting the penalties might be exceeded by lost value. Relax, says BloggingStocks contributor Daniel Solin, but make sure your retirement plan is appropriately allocated.
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Most Actives
| Symbol | Last | Change | Volume | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIG | 2.29 | -1.46 | 38.93% | 443.71M | |
| C | 13.44 | -2.31 | 14.67% | 198.27M | |
| LEH | 0.1249 | -0.1751 | 58.37% | 187.17M | |
Biggest % Gainers
| Symbol | Last | Change | Volume | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KNO | 8.15 | 2.40 | 41.74% | 61,674 | |
| XFD | 7.45 | 1.36 | 22.33% | 30,712 | |
| DGP | 19.06 | 3.4451 | 22.06% | 3.76M | |
Biggest % Losers
| Symbol | Last | Change | Volume | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CNO | 4.11 | -3.52 | 46.13% | 5.17M | |
| NT | 2.96 | -2.34 | 44.15% | 27.2M | |
| RGA-A | 61.00 | -39.00 | 39.00% | 13,666 | |
| Type | Current | APR |
|---|---|---|
| 30 Yr Fixed Mtg | 5.73% | 5.91% |
| 5/1 ARM | 5.56% | 5.68% |
| $30K HELOC | 5.57% | 0.00% |
| 36 Month New Car Loan | 6.71% | 0.00% |
| 1 Yr CD | 3.68% | 3.74% |
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