US / Canada

Santorum tangles with Occupiers

He clashes with protesters at an outdoor rally in a Democratic-friendly part of Washington state.

Tuesday, February 14, 2012 (Politico)

Economic Report: Bank of Japan surprises with fresh easing

In a surprise move, the Bank of Japan expands its asset-purchase program and sets a temporary inflation target of 1%, while keeping interest rates near zero.

Tuesday, February 14, 2012 (MarketWatch)

Alabama's Immigration Law Could Cost Billions Annually

Since a harsh immigration law took effect in September, thousands of immigrants have fled, triggering a potential economic decline that could erase at least 70,000 jobs

Tuesday, February 14, 2012 (Business Week)

TaxWatch: The pros and cons of hiring a tax pro

This year, the online filing buzz is about free or nearly free advice. All the major tax-processing companies are offering online discussion forums, free calls or tax advice for under $25. Essentially

Tuesday, February 14, 2012 (MarketWatch)

Android May Be Losing Ground in the App War

Even with a greater number of users, Google struggles to win the hearts of mobile-software developers who prefer the simplicity of Apple's iOS

Tuesday, February 14, 2012 (Business Week)

Mark Hulbert: Succeeding in an ‘NBA’ market

Because Apple’s stock has risen so much in recent years, and because its weight in some of the major indices is so large, the shares have proven almost necessary for stock-picking success. Mark Hulb

Tuesday, February 14, 2012 (MarketWatch)

Market Extra: Emerging markets a safe haven with better returns

Emerging markets stocks are actually safer than investments where people put most of their money, says Jerome Booth, head of research at Ashmore Investment Management.

Tuesday, February 14, 2012 (MarketWatch)

Jon Friedman's Media Web: What will Bloomberg buy next?

Rumor has it that Bloomberg is eyeing the Financial Times, writes media columnist Jon Friedman. Or maybe the New York Times.

Tuesday, February 14, 2012 (MarketWatch)

Paul B. Farrell: Global suicide 2020: We can’t feed 10 billion

Welcome, you’re now on the new “Innovation Saves the World” team. We’re working together, searching for positive solutions.

Tuesday, February 14, 2012 (MarketWatch)

Outside the Box: Investor protection agency protects scam artists

SIPC’s history and recent behavior suggests that SIPC isn’t particularly concerned about investors, writes Ron Stein.

Tuesday, February 14, 2012 (MarketWatch)

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