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Hostess, Union Attempt to Avoid Liquidation

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
Just days after announcing that Hostess would be shutting down, a judge has asked the firm and the union to enter mediation.

Kaiser Permanente Cuts 530 Jobs

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Kaiser Permanente is laying off 530 workers in Southern California as it adapts its operations for the implementation of the Affordable Care Act.

Five with Fitz: What to Expect If We Go Over the Cliff

By Keith Fitz-Gerald
The fiscal cliff issue isn't all that complicated, but the ramifications of no deal in Congress are not good for investors, and here are 5 issues to consider

FedEx, UPS Under Investigation Over Painkiller Shipping

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency is investigating UPS and FedEx for the possible shipping of prescription painkillers from illegal online pharmacies.

Small-Caps’ Drubbing May Spell Opportunity

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Investors' elevated risk aversion has fueled a correction in small-cap stocks. Does this signal an opportunity in small-caps, or is further pain ahead?

Forbes’ 5 Best Countries for Business 2012

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
New Zealand and Denmark head up Forbes' latest list of top countries for business.

UPS Pulls Boy Scouts Funding Over Gay Ban

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
United Parcel Service has become the latest business to be at odds with Boy Scouts of America's stance on gay membership.

Top 10 Fastest-Growing Tech Companies in 2012

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
Consulting firm Deloitte has released its annual list of fastest-growing tech companies, which highlights firms that have grown as much as 280,000% since 2007.

Kohl’s Black Friday Deals for 2012

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
Kohl's "Operation: Black Friday" will feature 500-plus specials and free 'Kohl's Cash.' Take a look at the details and some of Kohl's Black Friday specials.

Rising Thanksgiving Costs May Gobble Up Your Paycheck

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Your wallet may feel the Thanksgiving squeeze just as much as your waistline because prices for holiday food, fun and travel sure aren't cheap.

McAfee AntiVirus Millionaire Sought for Questioning in Murder

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
The founder of the Intel-owned McAfee Anti-Virus software, John McAfee, is wanted for questioning concerning a murder in Belize.

What Will ‘Jurassic Cliff’ Mean for Dividend Investors?

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Higher taxes on dividend paying stocks is ahead and the standard solution of buying even more dividend stocks won't solve the problem

Aston Martin Up for Sale, Toyota Interested?

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
The Kuwaiti firm that holds a controlling stake in Aston Martin is reportedly shopping the company to potential buyers, including Toyota.

Target’s Doorbuster Deals for Black Friday 2012

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
Target is opening its doors three hours earlier this year, kicking off its Black Friday deals at 9 p.m. on Thanksgiving.

Investing Lessons: Avoiding the Peter Lynch Bias

By Charles Sizemore, Chief Investment Strategist, The Freeport Society
Adhering to the strategy of Fidelity Investment guru Peter Lynch is good, but doing your own research and making your own calls is better.

Airline CEO: Seatbelts on Plane Are Useless

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leart has some startling things to say about seatbelts on his planes: namely, that he thinks they're useless.

Auto Market WILL NOT Be Flooded With Flood-Damaged Cars

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
A review of insurance claims from Hurricane Sandy shows that, despite Internet rumors, far fewer vehicles were damaged compared to Hurricane Katrina.

Wal-Mart to Start Black Friday Deals Earlier Than Ever

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
The giant retailer is starting its Black Friday sales even earlier this year with an 8 p.m. Turkey Day start to the holiday sales season.

Welcome Back, Barack: The Markets React

By Richard Band
Barak Obama is back as president and the markets reacted with a 300+ point pullback. Systemic problems still exist and the fiscal cliff must be addressed
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