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FB vs. TWTR: Is Facebook Losing Teens to Twitter?

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
With Facebook (FB) set to turn 10 in 2014, the social media giant may be having a problem with age -- teens are leaving FB for other social media like Twitter (TWTR) and SnapChat.

Best of the Best – The 10 Top CEOs for 2013

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
In our list of the best CEOs for 2013, some names -- like Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos -- won't surprise you. But some wildcards made the cut too.

Free E-Cards: Top 5 Ways to Send Happy New Year Cards Online

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
E Cards are a great way to tell someone to have a Happy New years without spending a dime. Here are the top 5 ways to send New Year cards online.

December Rate Roundup: CDs, Money Markets and Mortgages

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Yields on savings accounts and CDs finally rose, but they hardly kept pace with rising mortgage rates

UPS, Retailers Unable to Meet Christmas Delivery Guarantees

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
UPS, Walmart, Amazon and other retailers were unable to meet Christmas delivery guarantees due to an increase in internet shopping.

Sorry, MSFT — Xbox One Sales Are Falling Behind

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Xbox One sales are doing well but they are falling behind its Sony competitors. The PS4 could be outselling the Microsoft console by a 2:1 ratio.

After Christmas Sales 2013: What to Buy the Day After

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
After Christmas sales are expected to increase this year as retailers look to unload unsold holiday merchandise.

7 Top Holiday Scams

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
The AARP has released its list of the top 7 holiday scams, warning people to be diligent during the holiday season.

Ford to Debut New 2015 F-150 in Aluminum!

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Ford Motors plans to debut its new 2015 F-150 in aluminum at the Detroit auto show being held in January. Ford plans to cut 750 pounds from its new trucks.

Return Policy Ratings: Top 3 Best & Worst Retailers for Returns

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Check out the top 3 stores with the best and worst return policy ratings. Sears tops the list of stores with the worst return policies.

3 Easy Christmas Cookie Recipes Anyone Can Make

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Christmas may be less than 48 hours away but you still have plenty of time to bake. Check out these 3 easy Christmas cookie recipes anyone can make.

Cracker Barrel Reverses, Returns ‘Duck Dynasty’ Products to Store

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Cracker Barrel has reversed its decision to remove certain Duck Dynasty products from its stores and has also issued an apology to customers.

AAPL – 3 Smartest Takes on the Apple China Deal

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
On Sunday, Apple (AAPL) announced it was partnering with China Mobile to sell its iPhone -- a big move as the Chinese company is the world's largest mobile phone carrier.

TGT – Target Credit Card Hack Leads to Lawsuits

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
The Target (TGT) credit card information hack that has left Target customers worried, Target officials freak, and TGT stock a bit down is now leading to lawsuits.

5 Celebrities With Lupus: Kristen Johnston and More

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Kristen Johnston, who starred in 3rd Rock From the Sun, has revealed via her Facebook page that she has joined the list of celebrities with lupus.

CarMax – KMX Stock Stalls Out After Earnings

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
CarMax (KMX) saw its KMX stock drop pre-market after revenue failed to meet analyst expectations in the most recent earnings report.

Major Banks Suspend Traders for Forex Trading Collusion

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
A number of leading banks have suspended traders after a probe of London Forex trading uncovered possible collusion among traders.

Amarin – Why AMRN Stock Is Set to Open to Sweet 24% Gains

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
Up 24% pre-market, Amarin stock (AMRN) is looking like it's hit the right mark, as the FDA considers a study request that could mean a…

3 Coolest Tech Gifts for Christmas 2013

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
Tech gifts for Christmas are always a sure bet, but make sure you're buying the best technology gifts of 2013 -- and not ones that will be returned later.
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