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Buybacks are a big factor behind stock market boom

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Spending Smart: Summer travel? Think beyond airfare

As travelers start thinking about winging off to summer vacations, many could learn a few things from expert fliers to ensure they get the best value for their money when booking flights.
NATIONAL ECONOMY

Buybacks are a big factor behind stock market boom

It's the narcissist rally.
NATIONAL ECONOMY

Stocks rise on hopeful signs for the US economy

Encouraging news about the U.S. economy extended the stock market's rally Friday.
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Today's retirees face declining standard of living, study says

The retirement crisis is deepening, with recent generations of Americans less financially prepared for their golden years than their parents or grandparents, according to a new study.
NATIONAL ECONOMY

Stocks rise on hopeful signs for the US economy

Encouraging news about the U.S. economy is extending the stock market's rally.
NATIONAL ECONOMY

Mexico cuts growth outlook from 3.5 to 3.1 percent

The Mexican government says it has cut its economic growth forecast for 2013 from 3.5 percent to 3.1 after exports stagnated and first-quarter GDP figures came in weak.
NATIONAL ECONOMY

Mexico cuts growth outlet from 3.5 to 3.1 percent

The Mexican government says it has cut its economic growth forecast for 2013 from 3.5 percent to 3.1 after exports stagnated and first-quarter GDP figures came in weak.
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Italian Cabinet passes first economic measures

Italy's new cross-party government has adopted its first measures to help the economy. They include suspending a tax on primary residences and allocating funds to extend a short-term layoff scheme.
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Stocks edge higher in midday on Wall Street

Encouraging news about the U.S. economy is helping push stock prices higher on Wall Street.
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News Summary: Stocks gain for fourth straight week

THE FUTURE IS BRIGHT: Positive reports on leading economic indicators and consumer confidence gave the stock market a boost on Friday, helping stocks to their fourth consecutive week of gains.