Topic: J.C. Penney Co. Inc.
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Greek turmoil causes US stocks to slide
The Dow lost 33 points to close at 12598, continuing its rocky performance during the month of May.
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Store credit cards aren't worth the one-time discount
Lots of stores will encourage you to sign up for their store credit card, usually with the incentive of a big, one-time discount. But there are several reasons not to sign up.
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The Circle Bastiat
Will J.C. Penney's new pricing policy succeed?
Retailer J.C. Penney announced a new pricing policy that will make its prices more rigid and other retailers are moving in that direction.
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For Rush Limbaugh advertisers, backlash could hit hard in social media age
Rush Limbaugh advertisers, like most of the corporate world, need to carefully cultivate their image on social-media networks. That makes them more sensitive to social-media campaigns.
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Dow breaks 13000 but can't stay there
The Dow rose 15 points to close at 12965, just shy of the 13000 mark that it crossed earlier Tuesday. It was the first time the index had reached that mark since 2008.
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JCPenney: lower everyday prices, fewer sales
JCPenney ran 529 promotions last year. So JCPenney will simplify sales events and permanently slash prices.
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Sweater vests from Rick Santorum: overpriced?
Sweater vests are available from Rick Santorum's campaign for a $100 contribution. But many stores sell sweater vests for less than $50. So where should true conservatives shop?
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Dow takes a tiny fall; stocks mixed
After dropping sharply early Thursday, the stock market gained steady ground for six straight hours. The Dow lost 2 points to close at 12415, its first loss of 2012.
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Netflix sees big decline in customer satisfaction
Netflix drops 7 points in customer satisfaction survey of the largest online retailers. Besides Netflix, Overstock.com and Gap fare poorly.
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The Simple Dollar
Dress for your own success, not someone else's
The usual advice is to dress above your station, and it's sound. Just make sure to dress for the job that you want.
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Best buys, worst buys on Black Friday 2011
Black Friday 2011 guide: You'll find great deals on second-tier electronics, apparel, and more, but wait a week for the best buys on all but the most popular toys. Avoid jewelry on Black Friday 2011.
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The Simple Dollar
Can a Gap card wreck your credit rating?
Store credit cards, Roth IRA vs. 401k's, and other reader questions
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D.B. Cooper skyjack: Latest lead goes cold – and the legend lives on
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Is 'Uncle L.D.' the notorious skyjacker D.B. Cooper? Experts are skeptical.
Two Oklahoma women claim their late relative, Lynn Doyle Cooper, is the real 'D.B. Cooper,' who plotted a hijack heist on Thanksgiving Day 1971, the only unsolved skyjacking in US history.
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Stocks close higher, Dow ends above 12,000
The Dow gained about 123 points, and the Nasdaq gained about 39 points, led by gains in energy
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Stock market ends lower; investors flee risk
Stock market falls on technology slump. Nasdaq leads stock market lower with lowest close in nearly a month.
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Stocks close higher amid gains in oil prices
The Dow rose 65 points, and consumer staples and health care drove the S&P 500 up more than 6 points
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Portugal bailout: one of five things to watch April 7
Portugal OKs bailout, yielding to investor pressure. Also, retailers sales, Cisco's strategy, and the Masters tee off – and Callaway's woes – will be on investors' radar screens.
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Stocks end mixed. Best first quarter since 1998.
Stocks closed out the quarter with the Dow gaining 742 points, its biggest first-quarter point gain in more than a decade and its biggest percentage gain since 1994.
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Oil prices: Is $106 the breaking point?
Oil prices rise to highs not seen since 2008. But the impact of those oil prices has yet to be felt on the stock market. Are companies using inflation fears to their own advantage?
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Eggs. Shrek glasses. Sure, but what was the top recall of 2010?
It was a year when contaminated eggs and McDonald's glasses found their way into the headlines. But the product fiascos of 2010 included everything from recalled cars and home appliances to food and medications. What was the year’s top recall? Read on:
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Free shipping day is a good deal. Is it great?
More than 1,700 stores are offering free shipping day to customers who buy online Friday. But probably only savvy shoppers will get a great deal.
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The New Economy
Roman blinds: Lowe's recalls 11 million blinds and shades
Roman blinds and roll-up shades were recalled last December. Lowe's joined in the voluntary recall on Wednesday.
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Cyber Monday: US Shoppers eye deals from laptops to Squinkies
The lines between Black Friday and Cyber Monday have blurred as retailers promote both at once. More retailers are having web-only specials, and more are offering free shipping.
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The New Economy
Black Friday online deals? Log on Wednesday at midnight.
Black Friday deals in cyberspace won't wait for Friday. Online shoppers can find equally good prices just after midnight Wednesday.
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