Jan 19, 2009 | 6:54am ET
New restrictions on lenders will take effect in 2010, but several in Congress are leading the campaign for faster reform. more
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Obama's stimulus sales trip this week will feature Cardinal Fastener, a manufacturing company that has reinvented itself for the alternative-energy future. more
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As credit card companies move to limit their risks, business owners face unpleasant surprises. more
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This new $99 pedometer lets you compete online to track fitness goals, sleep and calories. more
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Slow sales and tight credit are killing small companies. Here's a look at 7 iconic brands that died. more
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As thrifty customers turn to secondhand goods, resale stores are profiting from the recession. more
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Facing technical challenges and a weak market, many of Silicon Valley's startups are changing direction. more
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It's tougher to get business loans in this lender's market, but these tips can improve your chances. more
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