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Stock Market Hackers Steal Company Secrets

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Stock market hackers have targeted more than 100 companies related with the purpose of getting an edge in the market.

Finally! You’ll Soon Be Able to Buy Girl Scout Cookies Online

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Consumers will soon have the option to buy Girl Scout cookies online with the introduction of website and apps for purchasing the treats.

Christmas Tree Prices Up for 2014

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Christmas tree prices are up in 2014 due to rising prices in transportation, rental space and other areas.

The Most Dangerous Toys List 2014

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
The U.S. PIRG has released its annual list of the most dangerous toys in 2014, which includes chemical and choking warnings.

Oil Prices: 5 Reasons $50 Oil Is Imminent

By John Divine, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Oil prices have slumped for months, touching five-year lows. The slump isn't over, and $50 barrels of oil are quite feasible. Here are 5 reasons why.

Supreme Court Case: How Serious Are Facebook Rants?

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
The Supreme Court is set to weigh in on the seriousness of Facebook rants following a case of a man threatening his wife via social media.

AAPL Launches Red Apple Logo for World AIDS Day

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
A change in color has a red Apple logo adorning many Apple Stores as the company support the fight against AIDS on World AIDS Day.

Funny Black Friday Jokes 2014

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Do you have any funny Black Friday jokes? Check out some of our favorite ones here and share them on social media.

Funny Black Friday Pictures 2014

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Check out some of the best funny Black Friday pictures ahead of the big shopping day. Happy Thanksgiving!

Funny Black Friday Quotes 2014

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Are you ready for some post-Thanksgiving madness? Check out some of the funniest Black Friday quotes here.

Walmart (WMT) Loses Merchandising Chief Right Before Black Friday

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Walmart announced on Tuesday that Duncan Mac Naughton, its chief merchandising officer in the United States, is leaving the company.

2014 Stock Market Holidays: Is the Stock Market Open on Thanksgiving?

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Is the stock market open on Thanksgiving? Both NASDAQ and NYSE will be closed on Thanksgiving Day this year.

2014 Holidays: Is the Stock Market Open the Day After Thanksgiving?

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Is the stock market open the day after Thanksgiving? NASDAQ and NYSE will be open until 1 pm the day after Thanksgiving.

Google Music, 26 Other Services Now Free to Stream With T-Mobile

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
T-Mobile has added Google Music and a number of other music streaming services to the company's data-free Music Freedom service.

Musk: Tesla Motors (TSLA) Talking Teamwork With BMW

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk said he was interested in teaming up with BMW and that they are in talks to do so during a recent interview.

5 Best Thanksgiving Movies on Netflix 2014

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
With Turkey Day less than a week away, we have compiled the five best Thanksgiving movies on Netflix. Check them out.

Mattel Pulls ‘Sexist’ Barbie Book From Amazon

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Mattel (MAT) has pulled a Barbie book from Amazon (AMZN) due to sexist allegations regarding the book's content.

Amazon Travel? AMZN Rumored to Launch Hotel Booking Site

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Amazon Travel is a new service that may start on January 1 and looks to offer hotels bookings near New York, Los Angeles, and Seattle.

Aereo Bankruptcy: Streaming TV Startup Files Chapter 11

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
The Aereo bankruptcy had the company file fro Chapter 11 protection and it has named Argus' Lawton Bloom as its Chief Restructuring Officer.
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