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Stocks plunge on fears of a 'full-blown recession'
Stocks fell sharply on a variety of factors – from a pessimistic Federal Reserve to reports that Europe might be headed for a recession. But falling stocks don't guarantee a recession is coming.
09/22/2011 07:28 pm -
Why the stock market took a pounding Thursday
The Dow Jones Industrial Average shed 419.63 points to close at 10,990.58. News from Europe and unfavorable economic reports in the US appear to be factors.
08/18/2011 08:07 pm -
Wall Street, wary but expectant, awaits debt ceiling deal from D.C.
The markets are counting on Washington to raise national debt ceiling by Aug. 2, but that's not all. Wall Street also expects a deal that cuts the size of US budget deficit. How much is it looking for?
07/22/2011 02:32 pm -
How exposed is US economy to the Greece debt crisis?
Because of concerns about Greece, the US stock market has fallen about 7 percent, dropping for six weeks. Although it broke the losing streak last week, there is still uncertainty among investors.
06/20/2011 07:47 pm -
Japan nuclear crisis rocks Dow; uncertainty clouds stocks' future
After plunging at the opening Tuesday, the Dow Industrial Average regains some ground. But uncertainty over the Japan nuclear crisis could weigh on the economy, and markets, for some time.
03/15/2011 03:15 pm -
Why Egypt protests unnerved the stock market today
The stock market today fell by 166 points, with investors worried about shipping through the Suez Canal and the possibility that protests will spread through the Middle East.
01/28/2011 05:10 pm -
State budget woes: How much will they drag down US economy?
Cutting employees, raising taxes, and delaying payments to vendors could slow economic recovery, experts say, but perhaps only slightly.
01/19/2011 05:10 pm -
Goldman Sachs under fire: Is Wall Street cheering or cowering?
On Wall Street, Goldman Sachs is admired to a certain extent for its ability to generate profits. But the firm is also resented for a certain swagger.
04/27/2010 05:24 pm -
In surprise move, the Federal Reserve raises a key discount rate
Stocks in Europe and Asia fell overnight after the Federal Reserve moved to raise its 'discount rate' by a quarter point.
02/19/2010 10:39 am -
What Wall Street wants from Obama in State of the Union address
President Obama has responded to recent setbacks by striking a more populist tone, and his primary target has been Wall Street. Bankers are hoping he takes a more inclusive line in his State of the Union address Wednesday.
01/26/2010 07:48 pm -
Why debt at Dubai World is shaking world financial markets
As conglomerate Dubai World delays debt payments, most analysts look for Arab Monetary Fund to step in to avert a crisis in financial markets. That's not likely, though, until Sunday.
11/27/2009 12:00 am -
US unveils new $800 billion plan to loosen credit
The money will go to unfreeze mortgage and consumer lending.
11/26/2008 12:00 am -
Backlash to federal bailout grows among voters
Liberals and conservatives sign online petitions and complain to Congress. Some push alternative plans.
09/25/2008 01:00 am -
As crisis deepens, Fed steps up role
The collapse of Bear Stearns sends the central bank scrambling to ease fears.
03/18/2008 01:00 am -
Big lenders begin to find stable ground
Stronger financial institutions are purchasing weaker ones. Case in point: Bank of America has announced it will purchase Countrywide Financial.
01/14/2008 12:00 am
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