Retail, inflation knock 42 off Dow
January retail sales were up less than expected; winter storms were a problem. Energy shares sink as oil falls. Limeline Networks shares soar on strong results.
Stamps and other odd investments
If stocks and bonds seem shaky, consider some unusual plays, says MSN Money's Michael Brush, from stamps that beat inflation to investment vehicles that perform like sports cars (because they are).
NEWS
- LG puts hopes on 'next generation' 3-D TV6:13 AM ET | AP
- Debt-laden Portugal raises $1.3 BN in T-bill sale6:12 AM ET | AP
- Bank of England raises inflation forecast6:12 AM ET | AP
- /C O R R E C T I O N -- Amsterdam Molecular Therapeutics B.V/6:11 AM ET | PR
- Google's travel deal faces regulatory turbulence6:09 AM ET | AP
- Some Afghans say insecurity persists despite surge6:06 AM ET | AP
MARKET DISPATCHES
The PC maker says many companies haven't upgraded their computer systems yet as it forecasts 5% to 9% sales growth in fiscal 2012. Investors are pleased; share rise 5% after hours.
TOP STOCKS
Banco Bilbao has seen its domestic market share plummet. But it may have new opportunities amid sector reform.
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MARKET TRENDS
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| Diebold Inc | 34.48 | +0.82 | |
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| Flaherty & Crumrine Preferred Income Opportunity Fund Incorp | 10.25 | +0.72 | |
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| PowerShares QQQ | 58.57 | +0.12 | |
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| Market Vectors Africa Index ETF | 33.61 | +00 | |
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| Augusta Resource Corp | 5.14 | +00 | |
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| BHP Billiton ADR Reptg 2 Ord Shs | 80.75 | +00 | |
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| Berkshire Hills Bancorp Inc | 22.46 | +00 | |
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| BHP Billiton ADR Reptg 2 Ord Shs | 94.56 | +00 | |
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| Cadence Pharmaceuticals Inc | 7.40 | +00 | |
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| Cooper Industries PLC | 64.99 | +00 | |
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