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Are 'fiscal cliff' woes killing Christmas sales?

In last weekend before Christmas, traditionally a strong sales period, shoppers cite worries over taxes and so-so discounts as reasons to rein in spending. Experts warn of ho-hum holiday sales.

Standard Chartered: how Iran dealings could cost bank a N.Y. license, or worse

New York regulators have accused Standard Chartered of trying to hide some $250 billion in transactions with Iranian companies. Federal authorities are also reviewing the bank's transactions.

Is Obama really losing the money battle? A fundraising Q&A.

President Obama is claiming that Mitt Romney and his allies could outspend him, but the truth (not surprisingly) is a little more complicated. Here is what's known about the money race.

Opinion: Greg Smith to Goldman Sachs: A new era in Wall Street ethics

Greg Smith belongs to younger generations that put loyalty to values above loyalty to company. As young professionals ourselves, we believe his op-ed resignation from Goldman Sachs last week may well forecast a new era in ethics on Wall Street and in other workplaces.

Don't let Voice of America broadcasts go static

Voice of America (VOA), the jewel in America's public diplomacy effort abroad, is set to be streamlined. Some programs can be downsized. But VOA is in the national interest, especially as Russia, China, and Iran expand state-supported media. Cuts should be handled with care.

Thanksgiving now a Black Friday 'prequel'? Big deals begin Thursday.

To lure Americans away from the Thanksgiving table and into the Black Friday shopping frenzy, US retailers are offering some delectable early-bird specials. 

The New Economy
Finally, socially responsible investors can measure their impact

A new social-impact rating system promises to tell socially responsible investors where their money can best be used. The mix of philanthropy and finance is called 'impact investing.'

What US cybersecurity needs: a few more good guys

In high-tech America, cybersecurity specialists trained for high-stakes fights with hackers are in short supply.

Sarbanes-Oxley provision ruled unconstitutional

Sarbanes-Oxley's national board that monitors auditors of public companies violates the Constitution's separation of powers requirement, the Supreme Court ruled Monday.

Can electric cars break out of niche status in US, China market?

Despite a surge in interest, electric cars may remain niche products in the world's two largest auto markets. Advocates disagree.

How America can create jobs

The nation's entrepreneurial prowess may be the best hope to stem 9.7 percent unemployment. Companies from a laser-tech firm to a baby-sitting network are harnessing new ideas – and helping reinvent the economy.

Why US high school reform efforts aren't working

Despite a host of reform efforts, only half of low-income and minority students in US high schools graduate. Some programs are trying to change that.

Does the Federal Reserve need an audit?

Concern about the Fed's transparency ebbs and flows. Today, over 300 members of Congress think the time has come to audit the Federal Reserve.

House extends estate tax - a blow to Bush-era plan to abolish it

The House voted Thursday to continue the estate tax – an attempt to foil the Bush-era cuts that would have led to the expiration of the estate tax in 2010. But complications remain.

The New Economy
Money Daily Brief: Dollar rises broadly

Horizons
Tonight at the Royal Opera House, singers belt tweets

Are ethics too expensive?

Hard-hit firms are cutting training. But hard times are when workers need it most.

Reporters on the Job

The Monitor's View: 'Tis the season ... for giving

Charities are bracing for lean times. Generous Americans can prove their fears groundless.

Mortgage hunt tough, not impossible

What borrowers can do to get favorable terms.

At work, the best bottom line is an evenhanded one

Companies that treat employees with respect and fairness are more productive and grow faster, observers say.