The $38 Billion Social Security StimulusWhile Congress hammers out an economic stimulus plan, Social Security recipients are already reaping a windfall -- thanks to a quirk in the cost of living adjustment.
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Morgan Stanley, Citigroup May Merge Brokerage Units- CNBC.com
Morgan Stanley and Citigroup are deep in talks about a merger of their respective brokerage operations, according to people familiar with the situation. The deal would be structured as a joint venture, but would involve a payment from Morgan Stanley to Citi of an undisclosed sum that would give Morgan the larger stake in the venture.
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India's Enron, Jobs' Health, and Assessing Risk- Mick Weinstein
The financial blogosphere lit up this week over three stories: Satyam, Steve Jobs, and risk management.
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