GM Shares Top Level Not Seen Since 2011
Shares of General Motors reached an important milestone on Friday, topping their initial public offering price of $33 for the first time in more than two years.
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Deere Posts Higher Earnings, but Warns of Challenges
Deere reported higher quarterly earnings Wednesday and forecast a record profit for the full year, but warned that it faces challenges.
Sometimes, It's Better Not to Check Your Stock Portfolio
Technology has made it easier than ever to keep constant tabs on every detail of your investments. But do you really need to micromanage your portfolio all day, every day?
5 Stocks to Watch this Week
From state-of-the art technology to good ole fashioned retailing, there's plenty of news waiting to break this week on Wall Street. Here's what to watch.
5 Stocks for Mother's Day
You could spring for flowers, a sappy card and some decorative soaps for Mother's Day. Or you take a less traditional route and give mom a gift that keeps on giving: stocks.
Cheap Yen, Healthier Sales Push Sony into the Black
Sony is back in the black for its fiscal fourth quarter, recording a $948 million profit, with big help from a weaker yen that boosts overseas earnings.
U.S. Stock Ownership Hits Another New Low, Gallup Reports
The U.S. stock market may have fully recovered from the Great Recession, but the percentage of Americans who own stocks is still dropping.
How Much Does Your Money Manager Cost You?
Noted investing guru Charles Ellis talks about the challenges boomers face from high investment fees, low bond yields, uncertain stock returns, and dubious financial come-ons.
Wendy's First-Quarter Profit Tumbles 83%
Wendy's first-quarter net income falls 83 percent from a year ago, as the fast-food icon seeks to transform its image.
With 15,000 in the Bag, What's Next for the Dow?
Now that the Dow Jones industrial average has pushed past 15,000, what's next? Four market experts give their views.
Are You Still Paying Too Much for Your Broker?
The cost of investing has dropped precipitously in recent years, but you may be still paying too much to have your stock trades executed.
GM Profit Hit by Lower North American Earnings
General Motors' net income fell 14 percent to $865 million in the first quarter, weighed down by losses in Europe and weaker earnings in North America.
Ford Adding 2,000 Workers at Missouri Truck Plant
Ford says it's adding 2,000 workers to a plant in Missouri that makes the F-150 pickup because of surging U.S. truck demand.
Comcast Reports Higher Profit, Revenue in 1Q
Comcast posted higher profits during the first quarter, driven by strength in its cable business, the company said Wednesday.
Pfizer 1Q Profit Rises, but Trims Full-Year Outlook
Pfizer reported lower-than-expected quarterly earnings and revenue and the largest U.S. drugmaker trimmed its full-year profit outlook.