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Insights Both Fresh and Tested

The New York Times releases its annual list of recommended books with economic themes. read more »
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Japan: Intervention Unlikely

Notwithstanding comments to the contrary by a high-ranking official, however, the Central bank of Japan is perhaps unlikely to intervene on behalf of[...] read more »
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Forecasting in 2008: Narrow Net Gains

It’s that time of year again. Businesses are closing their books on 2008, adding up profits and losses. The National Football League is toting up win[...] read more »
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How to Save $5000 a Year — As a Homeowner or a Renter

That’s the opener to the Craigslist ad that has saved us about $5,000, turned our weedy front lawn into a beautiful garden, and freed up six hours of[...] read more »
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Madoff Victims May Have to Return Profits, Principal

The worst isn't over yet for victims of Bernard Madoff. Now those who withdrew their money early might be expected to return it. read more »
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Is it better to be on salary or hourly?

An analysis on whether a person should go for salary or hourly wages. read more »
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Jim Cramer's Advice Slightly Worse Than A Coin Toss?

In a not-so-shocking analysis of one of the most-watched TV investment advisers, author Eric Tyson argues that Jim Cramer's actual stock-picking per[...] read more »
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Recession's Next Causualty: 401k Matching Contributions

Adding insult to injury, many large companies are suspending their 401k matching contributions in the midst of freezing pension plans and massive lay[...] read more »
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Simple Buy-Sell Decisions Part 1: Bids, Asks, and the Bid-Ask Spread

How bid and ask prices work to cause movements in stock prices. read more »
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Value Added Tax Refund (VAT) for Vacation Shopping

When traveling aboard, remember to save your receipts and get your tax refund! If you don't, it's like giving up free money! read more »
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Mexican shoppers go north, seeking bargains

NY Times reports Mexican shoppers with fists full of cash and long Christmas lists are pouring across the border into hotels, restaurants and shoppin[...] read more »
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US mortgage applications hit almost 5-yr high

U.S. mortgage applications surged to the highest level in over five years in the latest week, as potential borrowers came out in droves to refinance [...] read more »
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Insurance Deals Spread Pain of U.S. Defaults World-Wide

Global investors have already lost billions of dollars on derivative investments tied to U.S. subprime mortgages, but many more -- including towns, c[...] read more »
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Forex Trading more and more popular!

Since the chaos on the stock markets has begun one of the most popular forms of trading this year has been currency trading and for good reason.[...] read more »
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Ken Fisher's Latest Stock Picks

In the latest issue of Forbes Magazine, money manager and billionaire Ken Fisher gave a list of stocks that he currently likes.
Being a contrarian[...] read more »
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