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Stocks fell again on Wednesday, and oil prices briefly crossed the $100-a-barrel mark after violence escalated in Libya. Oil traders are spooked about the possible spread of turmoil. Tech bellwether HP's disappointing outlook also hurt.

Many of America's best-known retailers, including Walmart, Home Depot and JCPenney, will be stepping into the earnings spotlight this week. Their reports come on the heels of disappointing January retail sales numbers from the Commerce Department.

Presidents' Day is the Black Friday of February. Shoppers take advantage of their day off to find the best sales. For those who plan on hitting the stores on February 21, check these shopping hot spots for the best deals: The Home Depot For those hoping to get some home projects out of the way on...

Not all gifts opened this season were welcome ones. For those who unwrapped the fuzzy sweater from Aunt Rita that doesn't even fit, or the third copy of World of Warcraft, it's time to head to the return aisle. Before spending an hour in the customer service line, check out WalletPop's updated list...

You're Christmas shopping may not be done, but now is a great time to think about buying a few items for yourself before the end of the year. Think about going against the grain and you'll get some good deals on non-gift items. So before the clock strikes midnight on New Year's here are some...

'Tis the season to give and receive, and retailers are getting into the holiday spirit by making donations and promoting volunteer work. While some retailers like Ann Taylor, Kohl's and Williams-Sonoma are donating a portion of customer's shopping proceeds to a charity; others like Walmart, Macy's...

Keeping track of the latest product and food recalls can be a challenge, so Consumer Ally has collected them in one place for you to check each week. Here is the recall roundup from the past week:

Home improvement giant Lowe's is recalling 11 million Roman shades and roll-up blinds after reports of two children nearly strangling in the cords, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said. Tens of millions of Roman shades and blinds have been recalled in the past year as safety concerns...

Last week, Macy's and JCPenney kicked off the retail earnings season by posting better-than-expected earnings. But the news may not continue to be so good.

Black Friday is known for deep discounts on big ticket items like computers and HDTVs as well as major home appliances. If you're considering buying a Black Friday laptop or appliance, make sure you know what restocking fees retailers charge in case your Black Friday deal turns out to be a...