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3M Announces a $12B Buyback of MMM Stock

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
Multi-manufacturer 3M Co. (MMM) announced a $12 billion buyback of shares yesterday, which sent MMM stock up in late trading yesterday.

CVS to Stop Selling Cigarettes, Tobacco Products

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
CVS Caremark (CVS) is pushing the health angle of its more than 7,600 stores, pledging to drop all cigarette and tobacco products by October of this year.

The 5 Best New Movies on Netflix for Kids

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
We've scoured everyone's favorite streaming service and found the best new movies on Netflix for kids.

Super Bowl 2014 Was Most Watched U.S. TV Show in History

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
One of the most boring Super Bowl games in history was also the most watched U.S. TV show in history.

Disney Interactive Layoffs Could Come This Week

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
The Walt Disney Company (DIS) branch for video games and digital media known as Disney Interactive is set to begin layoffs this week -- due to its long financial struggles.

Fed Members Provide a Farewell Gift for Ben Bernanke

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke got a nice parting gift as the Fed unanimously agreed to a second taper, paving the way for Janet Yellen to take over as Chairwoman.

The Storm Before the Calm?

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Thankfully, January isn't necessarily a precurser for the entire year on Wall Street. January was rough, but I expect solid stocks to firm up as time goes on

3 Oscar-Winning Movies to Watch on Netflix

By Adam Benjamin, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
We're still a few weeks away from the Academy Awards ... but in the meantime, tune into these Oscar-winning movies to watch on Netflix streaming.

Hotel Data Breach: Marriott, Hilton, Sheraton, Others Affected

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
A hotel data breach has compromised credit and debit card data for guests at several major hotel chains.

JOSB, MW: Jos. A. Banks Turns Down Men’s Wearhouse … Again

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
Jos. A. Banks (JOSB) is walking away from its potential purchase by Men's Warehouse (MW) yet again -- saying MW's offer devalues its true worth.

Toyota Halts Sales of Camry, Corolla Over Fire Risk

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Toyota is halting the sale of several of its models over the risk of fire from heated seats. The company has no estimate of when it will resume sales.

Caribbean Princess Is Next Cruise Ship Hit by Norovirus

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
A second cruise ship, the Caribbean Princess, has returned to port early after passengers were sickened by a suspected outbreak of norovirus.

AMZN May Hike Amazon Prime Price to $40

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
AMZN stock fell as Amazon reported an earnings miss and said that rising shipping costs may force it to raise the price of its Prime service.

Don’t Sweat the Fed

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
For all the attention given to Federal Reserve policy, the Fed has little latitude to surprise the financial markets in 2014.

Bloomberg: MSFT Set to Name Satya Nadella CEO

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Microsoft's board is reportedly focusing on Satya Nadella as the next MSFT CEO and may replace Bill Gates as chairman.

Everything You Need to Know About the GDP Report

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
The government's most recent GDP report showed surprising strength in the economy, despite a cutback in government spending. So what's next? Read more.

Olive Garden, My Gym Team Up for Night of Free Babysitting

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
Olive Garden (DRI), the casual Italian dining chain, is offering free baby-sitting for any parents who dine at one of its participating restaurants across the country.

VIDEOS: Sneak Peek at the 5 Best Super Bowl Commercials 2014

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
With the biggest game in sports only a few days away, check out sneak peeks of the 5 best Super Bowl commercials so far.

Odd Wagers: Our 10 Favorite Super Bowl Prop Bets 2014

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Some of the best Super Bowl bets have nothing to do with the game. Check out the best Super Bowl prop bets 2014 including whether or not it will snow.
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