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CEO pay: a look at the Top 5 breadwinners
CEOs at the biggest public companies in the US saw a raise in pay in 2010. The fourth annual analysis by the Wall Street Journal and the Hay Group, a management-consulting firm, shows that the median value of compensation of CEOs at the top 350 companies rose 11 percent, to $9.3 million. Only two of the Top 5 highest-paid CEOs were among the Top 5 the previous year, and only one was on the list four years ago. Total compensation includes salary, bonuses, granted value of stock, stock options, and other long-term incentives awarded for work.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the day 03/14
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Five ways Americans are coping with $4 a gallon gas prices
While Americans are paying an average of $3.51 per gallon to fill up their gas tanks, the average is far higher – $3.90 – in California. Here are five portraits of how Californians are coping with $4 a gallon gas prices.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 03/07
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Six big achievements of a surprisingly 'do something' Congress
The 111th Congress, which adjourned Wednesday, is one of the most productive in US history, its 13 percent approval rating notwithstanding.
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US economy weakens, unemployment rate rises to 8.2 percent (+video)
US employers added just 69,000 jobs in May, the lowest number in a year. The economic slowdown is bad news for President Barack Obama ahead of the November elections.
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Typical CEO made $9.6 million last year
The head of a typical public company made $9.6 million in 2011, according to an analysis by The Associated Press. The typical American worker would have to labor for 244 years to make what the typical boss of a big public company makes in one.
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Oil prices rise on optimism about Greece
Oil prices near $92 a barrel after weekend opinion polls show Greece's austerity parties could form a coalition. In London, oil prices move up nearly $1 a barrel.
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Oil prices fall to seven-month low
Oil prices edge down below $91 a barrel as tensions ease over Iran nuclear program. London's Brent crude oil prices fall to $107.
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Stock market futures rebound as G-8 meet
Stock market poised to open higher as leaders of largest economies prepare to discuss Europe's debt crisis. Facebook shares also provide stock market lift.
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Robert Reich
JPMorgan collapse: Can we regulate Wall Street now?
JPMorgan Chase & Co., the nation’s largest bank, announced Thursday that it had lost $2 billion in risky trades over the past six weeks. It adds fuel to the argument that Wall Street needs to be more heavily regulated.
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Oil prices fall below $96 a barrel
Oil prices in Asia fall on concerns about slowing economic growth. Oil prices have fallen about 10 percent since last week.
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JPMorgan reveals huge $2 billion trading loss
JPMorgan stock drops nearly 7 percent in after-hours trading. JPMorgan CEO Dimon blames 'errors, sloppiness, and bad judgment.'
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Oil prices set new low for 2012
Oil prices swoon on uncertainty in Europe after weekend elections in Greece and France. Oil prices traded below $96 a barrel before closing at $97.39.
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Oil prices drop to $103 a barrel
Oil prices fell to near $103 a barrel Monday. Oil prices have been falling because of investor worries that economic growth in the US and China may slow more than previously expected.
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Stock market gets boost from earnings, Germany
Stock market futures in US as well as exchanges across Europe buoyed by German business optimism, US earnings. German stock market up 1 percent.
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Why Obama can't control gas prices
Many of us fail to understand a near-maxim of gas prices: No one can really control them and certainly not an American president. And we should know why that is the case since the price of gasoline impacts us all and the global economy.
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Oil prices drop ahead of Iran talks
Oil prices fall below $102 a barrel. Iran set to negotiate its nuclear program with six major powers Friday, pushing oil prices even lower after last week's fall on weaker US demand.
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Stock market set to open sharply lower
Stock market futures point to lower open in its first session after Friday's disappointing jobs report. Next worry for stock market: quarterly earnings.
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What do Iran sanctions cost you? About 25 cents a gallon, experts say.
While consumers may support sanctions on Iran to dissuade it from pursuing a nuclear weapon, a foreign trade advocate says, they should also be told how sanctions impact Americans.
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Oil prices: Can US, UK, and France drive them down?
Oil prices are so high that France is considering a release from its strategic oil stockpile. But even in coordination with the US and UK, a release is likely to have only temporary effects on oil prices.
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Sagging consumer confidence lowers stocks
The Dow fell 43 points to close at 13197 Tuesday as weak readings on consumer confidence gave investors little reason to extend the recent rally.
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Oil prices fall below $107 a barrel
Oil prices dip on concerns about China's growth. But oil prices are up from $75 a barrel in October.
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Gold prices, commodities fall on China weakness
Gold prices drop more than $20 an ounce. Copper, oil, and soybean prices also decline as concerns mount about an economic slowdown in China. Gold prices close below $1,650 an ounce.
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Robert Reich
Gas prices rising: Why GOP won't address real cause
Gas prices are rising not because of increased demand but because Wall Street is betting on higher gas prices.
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Stock market points to lower open
Stock market futures in US follow Europe, Asia lower. Stock market focus is on Greek debt deal and slowing growth in China.
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The Reformed Broker
The Fed's stock market anxiety
The Federal Reserve is intent on keeping the stock market rolling higher, no matter the cost.
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$5 gas? Prices creep upward once again.
America could see $5 gas this year, as prices march toward $4 a gallon well before the annual summer spike. How much of the country could see $5 gas?
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Oil prices soar as Iran cuts off supply
Oil prices jumped to $105 per barrel Monday after Iran halted exports to Britain and France. Oil prices are now at a nine-month high.
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Stock market: Futures slide on Greek indecision
Stock market looks to open lower as emergency talks fail to produce Greek rescue package. A disorderly Greek default could send shock waves through the stock market.
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