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Gold Fundamental Analysis February 13, 2012, Forecast

By FXEmpire

Gold closed down just under 1% at 1725.30 falling on worries from Greece, as did most of the global markets. The USD was up today on concerns overlooking lackluster economic data on trade balances and consumer confidence. (3:07 pm)

MORE TOPICS: GOLD, RETAIL SALES, TRADE BALANCE

SOPA Protest 2012: A Case For File Sharing, Legal or Illegal

By IBTimes

I get to the bottom of what file sharing means for the actual market of intellectual property. (9:24 am)

MORE TOPICS: THE NEW YORK TIMES, IPOD, ITUNES, NEW YORK, INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, MANAGEMENT

Valentine's Day Deals 2012: Online Gifts for Him and Her

By IBTimes

Valentine's Day is round the corner and many retailers have announced discounts for shoppers who want to buy something special for their loved ones. Looking for Valentine's Day gifts for him? Or for her? Here's a quick look at some of ... (9:04 am)

MORE TOPICS: IPHONE, WAL-MART, SAMSUNG, IPAD, IPOD, BLACKBERRY

Wall Street Week Ahead: Weak Earnings Reports May Not Tame Strong Market Bulls

By Reuters

Despite a mediocre earnings season and signs of an overbought market, Wall Street bulls are likely to remain in control next week. There are a number of catalysts that have helped the market this year, including a slew of improved economic data and t... (7:39 am)

MORE TOPICS: UNEMPLOYMENT, APPLE INC., EUROPEAN UNION, RETAIL SALES, CONSUMER PRICE INDEX, MANAGEMENT

Kindle Fire: Amazon to Launch New Bigger Model with 9-Inch Display

By IBTimes

Rumors are rife that Apple is all set to launch its next generation iPad, but the Android lovers should not lose heart as Amazon is also anticipated to release two versions of its flagship Kindle Fire, one of which will be bigger than the existing Fire, AllThingsD has reported. (3:45 am)

MORE TOPICS: SAMSUNG, IPAD, ANDROID

To Zip from IP, Amazon Morphs into Brick-and-Mortar - Report

By IBTimes

The constant rumor mill churning around online megalith Amazon.com (AMZN) has offered up a new hatchling, in brick and mortar form. The world's largest online retailer will open a physical store in Seattle, according to Good E-Reader, making it ... (Feb 10)

Anxiety over incomes hits consumer morale

By Reuters

Americans felt worse about their personal finances in early February, but rising confidence in the labor market's prospects should help to support spending and the broader economy. (Feb 10)

MORE TOPICS: CHINA, BARACK OBAMA, MANUFACTURING, EUROPEAN UNION, RETAIL SALES, NEW YORK

Instant View: Consumer mood worsens in early February

By Reuters

Americans turned less optimistic about the economy in early February on worries about falling income even as their outlook on the jobs market rose to a record high, a survey released on Friday showed. (Feb 10)

MORE TOPICS: UNEMPLOYMENT, RETAIL SALES, NEW YORK, MICHIGAN

Consumer Sentiment Weaker in February as U.S. Spenders Look for a Brighter Future

By IBTimes

Consumers are feeling relatively upbeat about where the economy will be six months from now, but right now, after maxing out their credit card and perhaps purchasing a big-ticket item over the holidays, they're planning on sticking to a budget. (Feb 10)

MORE TOPICS: FEDERAL RESERVE, RETAIL SALES, MICHIGAN

Gold and Silver Report - "On Borrowed Time and Money"

By Kitco Metals Inc.

The agreement on further austerity measures that was reached by Greece's political leaders not only failed to ignite the orbital launch of many a risk asset, but it actually resulted in what one might call a "launchpad failure. (Feb 10)

MORE TOPICS: GOLD, CRUDE OIL, EUROPEAN UNION, ELECTIONS, INDIA, COPPER