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Wells Fargo Fires Worker for 10-Cent Crime Committed in 1963

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
When Richard Eggers was about 19-years-old, he did something "stupid." His lapse of judgement then cost him his job at Wells Fargo ... 49 years later.

5 Things That Will Keep Driving Food Prices Higher

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Food prices are rising, and there looks to be little relief in store. That's because these five factors (among others) will continue to push costs higher.

Chipotle Caught Cheating Customers as Company Policy

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
With the help of a news blog, a Chipotle customer recently brought attention to the company's policy of rounding a bill to the nearest nickel.

Are Small Caps Vulnerable to the Fiscal Cliff?

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Small caps have outperformed in August, but the oncoming fiscal cliff could stop the rally in its tracks.

Trouble Brewing Down Under in One of World’s Few Growing Economies

By Jeff Reeves
Australia's growing economy may be the envy of the world, but there are still some reasons for concern down under.

Detroit’s Big 3 Heading for Labor Showdown

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
Negotiations between the Big Three and the Canadian Auto Workers union are underway and the outcome has the Canadian auto industry hanging in the balance.

How CEO Intends to Make Yahoo ‘Absolute Best Place to Work’

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
In a recent late-night email,Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer announced more plans to create a more cohesive corporate culture.

What Lunatics Are Investing in Japan?

By Jeff Reeves
Japan has long been a prime example of stagnation, and now the country has even lowered its economic outlook.

Turning Off iPads on Takeoff, Landing May Not Be Necessary

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
The FAA is forming a group to study its current policies and procedures regarding consumer use of portable electronic devices like during takeoff and landing.

Tropical Storm Isaac Spells Energy Trouble

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
Hurricane Isaac is expected to be at least a Category 1 and a disaster to the Gulf area -- and energy production and prices.

Gold, Silver Futures Tick Up Slightly

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
Gold and silver futures show subtle gains Monday. Miners suffer losses, with Kinross Gold, Nova Gold and Silver Standard all taking it on the chin.

M&T Bank to Buy Hudson City Bancorp for $3.7B

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
M&T Bank has agreed to buy Hudson City Bancorp for about $3.7 billion. Under the terms of the agreement, Hudson City will merge into a subsidiary of M&T.

5 U.S. Banks That Made the World’s 50 Safest Banks List

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
Global Finance has recently released its 21st annual ranking of The World's 50 Safest Banks. Here's a look at the five U.S. banks that made the list.

Why You’re Seeing More Ads on Comedy Central, Nickelodeon

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Noticed that channels like Comedy Central have aired even more ads lately? Find out what decline is behind such an increase.

Markets Gain Traction on Other People’s Money

By Bryan Perry
The global economy is still in a bit of a confused state but the U.S. markets press on; is everyone waiting to hear about a silver bullet solution?

The New York Times Co. and CNN: A Match Made in Media Heaven

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor
Time Warner's CNN and The New York Times Co each stand to gain a lot from a merger -- even though the latter isn't even for sale.

These Days, Kids Don’t Come Cheap

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
More adults than ever are holding off on starting a family -- and when you add up how much a bundle of joy costs, it's easy to see why.

Five Ways to Bank Gains and Manage Winning Trades

By Keith Fitz-Gerald
Investing for the long term sometimes means paring the portfolio of losers and winners, so here are five ways to help your long term results.

Meet the 10 Most Powerful Women in the World

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
Heads of state, philanthropists, celebrities and CEOs make up Forbes' annual list of The World's 100 Most Powerful Women. Here's a look at the top 10.
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