In major shake-up, Citi’s Pandit out, Corbat in
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Vikram Pandit abruptly steps down as CEO of Citigroup, surprising Wall Street, after steering the bank through the 2008 financial crisis and the choppy years that followed.
Is there good inflation?
Consumer prices rose faster than expected in September, but not all inflation is the same.
What happens when the fastest-growing major economy slows down?
Firms concerned about U.S. and euro economies placed their hopes with Chinese consumers.
U.S. stocks advance
Stocks rallied amid better-than- forecast earnings and as industrial production rose more than expected.
Corporate earnings shed light
on how the economy is faring
Performance of Intel, CSX, WW Grainger give hints about which industries are rebounding.
Social Security payments to rise by one of the smallest increases since ’70s
The increase, which starts in January, is tied to a measure of inflation released Tuesday.
The middle class isn’t losing more jobs than usual. But it’s losing more money.
A new paper shows how the unemployed see bigger pay cuts once they get another job.
Euro-zone inflation revised down
Inflation in the 17-country euro zone was lower than previously expected in September.
FTC declined to join European criticism of Google tracking
French regulator had asked for support of letter identifying privacy concerns.
Electric-car-battery firm calls it quits
Company that had won a $249 million grant files for bankruptcy, reigniting criticism of stimulus program.
Democrats, GOP discuss $60 billion fallback if fiscal cliff isn’t averted
Both parties are discussing fallback plans for deficit reduction if no budget deal is reached, aides say.
CFPB worries that complaints
may presage student loan crisis
COLUMN | We may face a loan servicing sequel in student loans that could rival the mortgage crisis.
Amazon expects to hire 50,000 seasonal workers this year
The company says “thousands” could gain full-time jobs.
Michael Chasen, founder and CEO of Blackboard, will depart company
Jay Bhatt, president of Progress Software, will take his place at the District-based company.
The complete small business guide to the presidential election
On the eve of the second debate, we break down where Obama and Romney stand on the most critical small business issues.
Business Blogs & Columns
When asking if policymakers have done a good job aiding recovery, we have to ask, compared to what?
Bethesda, Md.’s Urban Country furniture store prospers after a family tragedy with help of daughters.
COLUMN | We may face a loan servicing sequel in student loans that could rival the mortgage crisis.
Rules for investing come from knowing yourself, admitting mistakes to avoid becoming your own enemy.
With the new Infiniti FX37 wagon and its “active hood” design, Nissan smartly stays ahead of the body politic.
A new breed of activist judges are waging a largely successful war on regulatory agencies.
As the Republican party has moved to the right, so too has our standard for what counts as a moderate.
On Leadership
No, exhaustion is not a status symbol
It takes a lot of people to create a culture of 24-hour working. And as many of us are perpetuating that as are victims of it.
Innovations
‘Give me your tired’ but . . .
COLUMN | When it comes to entrepreneurial talent, America is experiencing a persistent immigrant brain drain.
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Keystone: Down the Line
From Alberta to Texas, The Post explores the planned route of the Keystone XL pipeline.
Apple’s new headquarters: A first look
Apple plans to revamp its sprawling campus in Cupertino, Calif. Here are the renderings.
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RT @PostHealthSci: #A123 just filed for bankruptcy. Electric-car battery maker has received $129 million in stimulus money http://t.co/2Sl9JII4 @bradplumer
RT @jialynnyang: What China's slowdown means for U.S. multinationals: http://t.co/KHB9Swbd
RT @CommonCenser: McLean-based contracting giant @BoozAllen acquiring defense systems engineering business of Annapolis-based ARINC: http://t.co/wziKwfWZ
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Vikram Pandit turned Citigroup around
The resignation of Citigroup CEO Vikram Pandit comes after an extraordinary period in which he helped the bank emerge from government conservatorship.
Huawei as spying threat is ridiculous, company spokesman says
Huawei as Spying Threat Is Ridiculous, Plummer Says
Alcoa's debt rating risks downgrade, analyst says
Alcoa's Debt Rating Risks Downgrade, Beristain Says
Indian rupee may rise to 50 against dollar, Chia Says
RBS head Chia Woon Khien talks about the rupee, Chinese yuan and other Asian currencies.
Apple CEO Tim Cook apologizes about maps
Apple CEO Tim Cook apologized for the company's error-ridden new mobile mapping service. In a letter posted online Friday, Cook said Apple "fell short."
U.S. economy in ‘plow-horse recovery,’ economist says
U.S. economy in ‘plow-horse recovery,’ economist says
Euro zone needs path to solidarity, World Bank president says
Euro Zone Needs Path to Solidarity, Kim Says
Donuts Inc. and its domain duel
Washington Post reporter Craig Timberg sits down with Brook Silva-Braga to discuss investment group Donuts Inc.’s bid to purcahse 307 new web domains, including .doctor and .school. The move is raising red flags for watchdogs and industry groups.
iPhone 5 buyers line up in Atlanta
Atlanta iPhone 5 fans were up early waiting to buy Apple's latest device. The new smartphone went on sale in North America, Europe, and Asia Friday morning.
American Airlines expects job losses of 4,400, warns 11,000
American Airlines is sending layoff warning notices to more than 11,000 employees although a spokesman says the company expects job losses to be closer to 4,400.
World’s best real estate markets
Home prices may be slipping in the U.S., but they’re booming in some other nations. Here’s a list of the 10 countries that saw the greatest increase in housing prices last year.
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