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Southwest Won’t Rule Out Baggage Fees

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Southwest Airlines' CEO has signaled that the carrier could eventually add fees for checked bags.

PR Snag for MCD: McDonald’s Helps Workers Obtain Food Stamps

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
A taped call shows that McDonald's is directing workers toward food stamps and other government aid programs.

Why You Should Be Worried Alan Greenspan Says Market Will Keep Going Up

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
Former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan told Bloomberg Television yesterday that the stock market will continue to go up -- even to record levels.

AAPL — Apple’s iOS 7.0.3 Update to Help the ‘Dizzy’

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
The new iOS 7 update -- iOS 7.0.3 -- from Apple (AAPL) aims to reduce the zigging and zagging animation while opening apps.

McDonald’s to Debut Tiered Value Menu Nationwide Amid MCD ‘Challenges’

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
McDonald's (MCD) 14,000 restaurants in the United States is set to debut its Dollar Menu & More beginning Nov. 4, which will replace its usual dollar menu.

AT&T May Already Phase Out New Aio Prepaid Wireless Brand

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
AT&T may phase out its Aio prepaid wireless brand, which launched in May, if it successfully acquires Leap Wireless.

Target Reveals 2013 Holiday Hot Toys List

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Target has released its annual list of the toys expected to be most in demand during the holiday shopping season.

Big American Brands Brace for Mexico Junk-Foods Tax

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Mexico's lower house of Congress is looking to add higher taxes on junk food through a bill that was passed last week.

WMT vs AMZN: Walmart Goes Tech to Compete With Amazon

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
Walmart is trying its hand at playing the startup game in a bid to trump the increasing competition it's facing from Amazon.

Would Starbucks Replace Baristas with Robots to Improve SBUX Earnings?

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
It isn't a stretch to think that the friendly smile you see each morning behind the counter at Starbucks (SBUX) be replaced with a few buttons.

Automakers at Risk of Auto Parts Shortage

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
A survey of auto parts suppliers finds that many don't have the capacity to meet rising demand as U.S. car sales surge.

Papa John’s Probed for Paying Workers Less Than Minimum Wage

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Papa John's restaurants are being investigated over the wages paid to delivery staff in New York.

Walmart Fires Worker for Helping Assaulted Woman

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
Walmart has fired a worker for breaking company policy by rushing to the aid of a woman who was being attacked in a Michigan store's parking lot.

FB Stock Hits New High As Facebook Eyes Large Ad Revue Stream

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
Social media giant Facebook has reason to celebrate as FB stock rose $1.08 -- a new all-time high for a company who had a rough entry into the market.

JC Penny to Open on Thanksgiving, As JCP Stock Banks on Rebound

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
The embattled JC Penny is looking to bounce back from a not-so-stellar JCP stock year, opening on Thanksgiving evening.

McDonald’s Franchisees Fret Over Mighty Wings Price

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
A new survey of McDonald's operators conducted by a restaurant analyst shows that while the customers have no complaints about taste, the price is what has franchisees worried.

GM Stock Banks on Boost With Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Release This Spring

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
General Motors has answered calls from enthusiasts by releasing the Chevrolet Camaro Z28 this spring, a move that execs say would help boost sales and give GM stock a lift as well.

Report: Half of Fast-Food Workers Require Public Assistance

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
A new study finds that taxpayers spend $7 billion a year on public aid that supports 52% of fast-food workers.

Study: Oreo Cookies as Addictive as Cocaine

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
Student neuroscience majors created the study, which shows the affects of high-sugar and high-fat foods have on residents of low-income communities.
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