S&P ekes out second record close after lackluster data
U.S. shares ended little changed on Friday, with the S&P 500 edging up to a record high for a second straight session after a ream of weak economic data. The S&P 500 gained 1.63 points, or 0.08 percent, ...
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PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Amtrak train that derailed along the nation's busiest tracks may have been struck by an object in the moments before it crashed, investigators said Friday, raising new questions about the deadly accident.
Associated PressThe Obamas Are Still Rich, But Hold a Big Mortgage
President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama had assets of $1.9 million and $6.9 million last year -- but pay an above-average rate on the mortgage on their Chicago home, according to financial ...
The Wall Street JournalIt finally rains in California
San Diego was poured on for just 90 minutes, reports CNBC's Jane Wells.
CNBC VideosWal-Mart presses case for repairs at stores in labor dispute
Wal-Mart's move last month to temporarily close the stores triggered a union-backed complaint to the National Labor Relations Board that is still pending. In the complaint, the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union accused Wal-Mart of using plumbing problems as an excuse to close a…
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1,450 Blue Bell workers losing jobs after listeria problems
HOUSTON (AP) — Blue Bell Creameries will lay off more than a third of its workforce following a series of listeria illnesses linked to its ice cream that prompted a nationwide recall of all its products, the Texas company announced Friday.
Associated PressCramer Remix: A roaring stock still undervalued
"Mad Money" host Jim Cramer streamlines his take on this hot stock.
CNBCThe Best Money Advice My Dad Ever Gave Me
Papa Rapacon has successfully retired by taking calculated risks and educating himself about finances.
KiplingerTop 3 US airlines step up attack on Middle Eastern carriers
Leaders of the three largest U.S. airlines are stepping up their attack against Middle Eastern competitors that they say get unfair government subsidies.
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Major Portfolio Changes for Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway
Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE: BRK-A) have released the official equity holdings of Berkshire Hathaway as of March 31, 2015. For years now, 24/7 Wall St. has released the full list of ...
24/7 Wall St.What’s Pushing Russia and China into Each Other’s Arms
The day before the parade through Red Square to commemorate the allied powers’ victory over Nazi Germany in World War II, Russia and China announced a raft of new agreements, trade deals and treaties. Western sanctions imposed as a result of Russia’s invasion of the Crimean peninsula and continued…
The Fiscal TimesNo More Magic Number for Retirement, There’s a New Method in Town
Tim Noonan, managing director of Capital Markets Insights for Russell Investments, says investors should be mindful of their future expenses will be.
TheStreet.comHousing by the numbers: Something is weird
Homes are selling at a faster clip this spring. But when you look at the slew of data, something still isn't quite right in housing.
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Michael Burgess Preparing For A Dollar Collapse?
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MannKind (MNKD) Stock Soaring Following Jefferies Note
MannKind (MNKD) stock is trading higher after Jefferies issued a positive note on its Afrezza drug this morning.
TheStreet.com3 Picks for Income and Growth: One MLP, One REIT, One Closed-End Fund
With bond yields historically low, but likely to rise in the coming year (which would lead to price declines), identifying high-yield investments that seem likely to appreciate in value is a real challenge. Jay Hatfield, president of Infrastructure Capital Advisors, was up for the challenge when…
Barrons.comChesapeake Energy: Short Sellers Are Placing Huge Bets and Making Tons of Money
Though Chesapeake Energy may look appealing now, given how depressed shares are from their 52-week high, things can still get worse. But should you join the crowd shorting the stock?
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An NBA legend burned through $154 million.
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Boston Marathon Bomber Tsarnaev Sentenced to Death
May 15 -- Dzhokhar Tsarnaev was sentenced to death for helping detonate two bombs near the Boston Marathon finish line, in an attack that killed three, wounded hundreds and laid bare the threat of terrorism in post 9-11 America. Bloomberg's Julie Hyman reports on "Bloomberg Markets."
Bloomberg VideoPeter Schiff, more bullish than ever, sees gold headed to $5,000 an oz.
Euro Pacific Capital’s Peter Schiff believes there is no limit to how high gold prices can go.
MarketWatchChina’s Yuan May Draw $1 Trillion on Getting IMF Reserve Status
At least $1 trillion of global reserves will switch into Chinese assets if the International Monetary Fund endorses the yuan as a reserve currency this year, according to Standard Chartered Plc and AXA Investment Managers. People’s Bank of China officials have called for the IMF to include the yuan…
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