Archive for June 16th, 2012:

Facebook’s stock enjoys its first positive week

Date: Jun 16 2012
The stock climbed $1.72, or 6.1%, to close at $30.01 on Friday. That's up 10.8% for the week. http://rssfeeds.usatoday.com/~r/UsatodaycomMoney-TopStories/~3/nPyaskzKTtw/1 Read More »

Worst-case scenario is ugly if Greece leaves the euro

Date: Jun 16 2012
It could lead to governments defaulting on their debts, a run on European banks and a worldwide credit crunch. http://rssfeeds.usatoday.com/~r/UsatodaycomMoney-TopStories/~3/gC0zYgSvbBE/1 Read More »

Stocks: Dow closes up 115 on central bank hopes

Date: Jun 16 2012
Investors expect central banks to intervene in markets if parties opposed to Greek bailout win Sunday's election. http://rssfeeds.usatoday.com/~r/UsatodaycomMoney-TopStories/~3/muxSDrD8_n4/1 Read More »

4 Things New Parents Need to Know About Taxes

Date: Jun 16 2012
Filed under: TaxesBecoming a parent is one of the biggest transformations you'll ever go through. As you consider nursery-room renovations, midnight feedings, diaper changes, and the other challenges of parenthood, probably the last thing on your mind is the impact ...Read More »

Lookin’ Good, Dad: 5 Hot Retailers That Cater to the ‘Mansome’ Male

Date: Jun 16 2012
Filed under: Shopping, Secret ShopperIt might still be a man's world, but women have long had the edge when it comes to fashion and beauty savvy. But that's now starting to change. If the spate of new businesses catering to ...Read More »

Burger King Has a Soft Spot for Chickens

Date: Jun 16 2012
Filed under: Wal-Mart Stores, Costco, Unilever, Food & DrinkMost Americans probably balk at the idea of paying more than a couple of bucks for a dozen eggs. But show them a PETA video of where those eggs come from, and ...Read More »