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Data Theft Hits HSBC Clients

WSJ.com What's News US - 12 min 37 sec ago
HSBC said a former employee stole data on about 24,000 accounts in its Swiss private bank that wound up in the hands of French authorities.


F.C.C. Considers Changes Regarding Cable Fee Disputes

NYT > Business - 12 min 49 sec ago
The agency wants to ensure that customers do not lose TV access because of fee disputes between broadcasters and cable companies.

Patchwork Retirement Plan Adds to Greece’s Debt Woes

NYT > Business - 29 min 20 sec ago
Greece’s retirement plan, which lets 14 percent of its work force retire early, has become divisive in Europe.

Court-Appointed Lehman Examiner Unveils Report

NYT > Business - 32 min 30 sec ago
The directors of Lehman Brothers did not breach their fiduciary duties in overseeing the firm as it acquired toxic mortgage assets that eventually sank the firm, a court-appointed examiner wrote in a lengthy report published Thursday.

Citigroup Gains Buoy Markets

WSJ.com What's News US - 34 min 43 sec ago
Stocks added modest gains as bullish comments from Citigroup's CEO boosted the financial sector. Trading in Citigroup represented almost one-fourth of the market's overall volume.


Americans Shed Debt, See Rise in Net Worth

WSJ.com What's News US - 35 min 26 sec ago
U.S. households got richer for a third straight quarter at the end of 2009, a favorable trend for an economic recovery that could use some more fuel.


Is Medivation a Buy?

After the poor showing for Dimebon, is it worth getting into this company today?


What Would You Do With $7 Billion?

Devon should have no problem reinvesting the proceeds of its sale to BP.


Investments to Fight Inflation

Protect your nest egg from this creeping menace.


BP May Be Packing for Brazil

It appears that BP will be the winner in the race for a basket of Devon's assets.


Wall Street Manages Higher Close for Third Day

NYT > Business - 59 min 21 sec ago
Indexes traded within a narrow range amid concerns of an overheating Chinese economy and after jobless filings in the United States fell less than expected.

Expect a Rough Ride on the Baltic Sea

This dry bulk IPO enters uncertain waters.


Iraq Vote Count Shows Close Race

WSJ.com What's News US - 1 hour 2 min ago
Preliminary results from Iraq's parliamentary elections revealed a tight race that remains too close to call, while the top two challengers to incumbent Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki raised fraud allegations.


U.S. Plans New Car-Safety Rules

WSJ.com What's News US - 1 hour 11 min ago
U.S. auto-safety regulators are considering new standards for car brakes, accelerator pedals and "black boxes" that record crash data, the Obama administration's top highway-safety official told Congress.


5 Stocks Bouncing Back

These stocks are ready to take on the market.


Bank Shareholders: Forget a Dividend Increase

Uncertainty remains -- get used to low dividends.


FDA Still Has a Bone to Pick With These Drugmakers

Osteoporosis drugs remain under the microscope.


Put This Stock on Your List

There's a lot to like about it.


Safety Regulator Plans Closer Look at Electronics in Cars

NYT > Business - 1 hour 20 min ago
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration will also explore whether data recorders should be mandatory in all cars.

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