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Shoppers often leap at opportunities to snatch up bargains or freebies. And companies are banking on that impulse in light of Leap Day, which comes but once every four years. Here's a handful of the leap year promotions you'll find today.

Let's go over some of the items that will help shape the Wall Street week that lies ahead: A host of retailers are reporting earnings; we'll see how Disney's 24 Leap Day event plays out; a test for homemade soda; and a wake-up call for DreamWorks.

Watch out, Cyber Monday: Green Monday is gaining traction with shoppers. Consumers flexed their thumb-shopping muscles on Dec. 12, Green Monday -- the second Monday in December that's become another big day for online holiday shopping.

Walmart has been asked to change or stop some of its price claims, after office supply giant Staples challenged the accuracy of savings touted by Walmart in a national TV spot and other ads. The group making the request, the Council of Better Business Bureaus' National Advertising Division, serves...

If you're still struggling with gift ideas, it's possible you don't need to look further than your corner store. The local drugstore or office supply center yields a surprising bounty and in some cases offers on-site shipping. Nancy Soriano, lifestyle expert and co-founder of the Creative...

Use this Staples coupon to get 10% off any one item through Dec. 24, 2010. Valid in stores only. One per customer. Caveats: Not valid on desktop or laptop computers, tablets, netbooks, HP ink and toner, custom printing orders placed online, services, promotional products, Beats Audio, Amazon...

Staples (SPLS) reported third quarter earnings of 40 cents per share, up from 37 cents a year ago. Sales rose slightly to $6.5 billion, Staples said in a statement. Sales at stores open at least one year fell 1%. "Our growth initiatives in North America continue to gain traction, and we're...

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...

Attention Shoppers: If you love those Black Friday bargains but hate those Black Friday crowds there's good news for you. Scores of online one-stop shopping sites will be up and running the Friday after Thanksgiving allowing consumers to dodge the masses while comfortably shopping via computer at...

Staples has an amazing coupon right now for 50% back on whatever you spend at its Copy & Print centers. The 50% comes in the form of Staples Rewards, which can be used to buy anything in the store (except shipping). Spend a minimum of $25 to get the 50% back deal. Ends Nov. 13, 2010. Using...