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Stocks edge lower as investors wait on Fed

In this Monday, June 10, 2013 photo, trader Edward Landi check a screen in a booth on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. Global stock markets traded fitfully Tuesday June 18, 2013 as investors watched for signs of a possible change in U.S. stimulus efforts by the Federal Reserve.

Stocks edged lower in early trading on Wall Street Wednesday as investors waited for word from the Federal Reserve. 1 hour ago

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Stocks edge lower as investors wait for the Fed

Stocks are edging lower in early trading on Wall Street as investors hold back ahead of a policy announcement from the Federal Reserve.

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US futures waver in light trading

U.S. stock futures are mixed in light trading with investors holding back before the Federal Reserve reveals its stance on the economy.
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Mobile-payment companies roll out new toys for businesses

Forget ka-ching. It's all tap-tap these days.
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Stocks move higher as traders wait on the Fed

The stock market is closing higher as investors anticipate that the Federal Reserve will keep programs to support the U.S. economy in place.
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Stocks move higher on home building, low inflation

The stock market is moving higher in midday trading after the government reported gains in home construction and low inflation.
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Rex Huppke: Liar, liar, officepants on fire

That's a good point! (No it isn't.)
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Most workers hate their jobs or have 'checked out,' Gallup says

Seven out of 10 workers have "checked out" at work or are "actively disengaged," according to a recent Gallup survey.
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Your Office Coach: 'Basket case' must be taught to restrain emotions

QUESTION: I recently hired an employee who appears to be a high-strung basket case. "Shannon" is experienced and intelligent, but working with her is almost unbearably exhausting. Every phone call lasts at least an hour, and most of our face-to-face meetings end in tears. Her lengthy emails are ...
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Liz Reyer: Changing your communication style

QUESTION: I'm a pretty shy and quiet person, and as such prefer to deal with people at work via email or instant messaging. My boss is pushing me to call people or stop by their desks instead. Do you think he is being reasonable?
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Why it may cost more to hire you

As employers prepare for new employee coverage requirements in 2014, they're already dealing with higher costs of subsidizing employee health insurance.