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Fortune 500: Top 10 companies in 2013
Fortune has released its annual list of the largest corporations in the United States, and there were a few notable changes in this year’s group. Here are the Top 10.
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Debt-ceiling showdown: 4 reasons it's not a replay of 2011
In 2011, Congress and President Obama went to the brink of government default when congressional Republicans balked at raising the nation's debt ceiling. The spring of 2013 appears to have another debt ceiling fight in store. Here are the top four things that have changed.
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Ten tax moves to protect yourself from the fiscal cliff
Americans are facing an unprecedented tax increase of nearly $500 billion on Jan. 1, 2013, from the so-called "fiscal cliff." Are you ready? Here are 10 year-end tax strategies I recommend:
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Obama vs. Romney 101: 3 ways they differ on regulation
Wall Street is a big target – blamed for the financial crisis that led to the Great Recession. Mitt Romney says efforts to rein in financiers via more regulation are an attack on “economic freedom.” President Obama says new regulations would make it “more profitable to play by the rules than to game the system.” Here are three specifics on which the two differ.
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Recession in America? 10 questions assessing the threat.
Concerns about weak economies in Europe have already rattled global financial markets, and things are hardly rosy at home. Is America heading into a recession? Here are answers to 10 questions about that risk.
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Income-tax bracket creep, through the decades
The top rate, 35 percent, is half what it once was. But it's higher now than in the Reagan years.
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The Monitor's View: Defanging Fannie and Freddie
These private-public hybrids must not be allowed to lobby Congress for unfair perks.
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Fannie, Freddie rescue binds taxpayers to housing market
The final tab may exceed that of the savings and loan bailout, depending on the depth of the housing slump.
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Voters weighing Obama, McCain tax plans
Nearly 3 in 4 see taxes and budget deficits as 'extremely' or 'very' important in the 2008 campaign.
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The Monitor's View: The big secret in U.S. housing
What is the US Treasury's plan for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in case of federal takeover?
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Russian support for Iran sanctions at risk amid Georgia rift
The US bid to promote a fourth round of sanctions may get lost amid sharp dispute over Russian military action in Georgia.
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Bombing suggests Al Qaeda remains a threat in Algeria
Counterterrorism efforts by the Algerian government and the US are failing to stem terrorism in the region.
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House minority whip explains his vote against housing plan
Rep. Roy Blunt argues that the plan’s provisions don’t minimize the potential for the same kind of housing problems in the future.
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Rising costs of financial turmoil
The multibillion-dollar cost of government bailouts is just the start.
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'Apple-Mart' consumers send a mixed message
Despite slumping economy, some rush to buy expensive iPhone contracts. Others limit spending with bulk food purchases.
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How much federal help for housing?
Woes of Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac revive debate on the role of government in the market.
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Inflation surge puts Fed in a quandary
After the biggest monthly rise in consumer prices since 1991, the central bank can't ignore the risks of inflation.
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Woes deepen for U.S. economy
Bush says banking system 'basically sound,' but his team urges federal intervention.
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In banking crisis, U.S. steps up
Moves by federal regulators signal that the financial sector can't solve its problems on its own.
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The Monitor's View: Downsize Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac
Panic over these federally backed mortgage giants shows why they must eventually be shrunk.
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Who's really too big to fail?
Let some troubled financial firms fail, U.S. regulators tell Congress. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are exceptions.
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Some tips for those feeling the inflation pinch
With inflation topping 4 percent, Treasury Inflation Protected Securities have added luster.
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Mutual funds: Investors battle the bear
A stock-market sag spilled into the second quarter, leaving little to be gained.
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Letters to the Editor
Readers write about the farm bill, the dollar's power, and whale-inspired technology.
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Opinion: An expat's view of the falling dollar
Even Europeans are worried about this trend.
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Tax rebates: How big a boost?
The $107 billion stimulus is now flowing to taxpayers, to spend or save as they see fit.
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U.S. deficit at record high and rising
The federal deficit hit $311 billion for the first half of fiscal year 2008, up from $162 billion the year before.
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Will the Simple Return end April 15 tax agony?
Thousands of Californians will use the program, which provides taxpayers with filled-in statements.
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Opinion: Good news about the US labor market
Despite recent job cuts, employment trends suggest a mild recession.
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Should Congress help borrowers?
Lawmakers are finding it difficult to mount large-scale help for homeowners.
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