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  • A view of the Exxon Mobil refinery in Baytown, Texas
    Exxon's quarterly profit rises 6 percent Reuters - 14 mins ago

    (Reuters) - Exxon Mobil Corp , the world's largest publicly traded oil company, on Friday reported a higher-than-expected 6 percent increase in quarterly profit, helped … More »Exxon's quarterly profit rises 6 percent

    A view of the Exxon Mobil refinery in Baytown, Texas

    (Reuters) - Exxon Mobil Corp , the world's largest publicly traded oil company, on Friday reported a higher-than-expected 6 percent increase in quarterly profit, helped by its chemical and refining businesses. The Irving, Texas company said profit in the fourth quarter was $9.95 billion, or $2.20 per share, compared with …

  • An illustration picture shows a Google logo with two one Euro coins
    Google moves closer to resolving EU investigation Reuters - 21 mins ago

    BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Google has offered to take specific steps to ally competition regulators' concerns about its business practices, in a major move towards ending a … More »Google moves closer to resolving EU investigation

    An illustration picture shows a Google logo with two one Euro coins

    BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Google has offered to take specific steps to ally competition regulators' concerns about its business practices, in a major move towards ending a two-year investigation and avoiding billions of dollars in fines. The European Commission said on Friday it had received detailed proposals from the world's …

  • The logo of Mattel is seen outside the company's corporate headquarters in El Segundo
    Mattel misses analysts' estimates for holiday quarter Reuters - 1 hr 39 mins ago

    (Reuters) - Mattel Inc missed Wall Street's profit and sales estimates for the fourth quarter on weak demand for Barbie dolls and movie-themed toys in the holiday season. … More »Mattel misses analysts' estimates for holiday quarter

    The logo of Mattel is seen outside the company's corporate headquarters in El Segundo

    (Reuters) - Mattel Inc missed Wall Street's profit and sales estimates for the fourth quarter on weak demand for Barbie dolls and movie-themed toys in the holiday season. Friday's news from the world's largest toy company came just days after rival Hasbro Inc warned its fourth-quarter revenue could fall far short of analysts' …

  • A view of the Merck & Co. campus in Linden, New Jersey
    Merck beats forecast for fourth quarter, cautious on 2013 Reuters - 38 mins ago

    (Reuters) - Merck & Co Inc's quarterly results beat estimates, helped by strong sales of its Januvia diabetes drug and Gardasil vaccine against cervical cancer, but the … More »Merck beats forecast for fourth quarter, cautious on 2013

    A view of the Merck & Co. campus in Linden, New Jersey

    (Reuters) - Merck & Co Inc's quarterly results beat estimates, helped by strong sales of its Januvia diabetes drug and Gardasil vaccine against cervical cancer, but the company forecast 2013 profit at the low end of expectations. Merck also said Friday it will not seek approval until next year for osteoporosis treatment …

  • Legg Mason reports quarterly loss on asset writedowns Reuters - 17 mins ago

    (Reuters) - Legg Mason Inc reported a quarterly loss on Friday on charges for impaired assets and continued outflows from its equity and bond funds, and the asset manager … More »Legg Mason reports quarterly loss on asset writedowns

    (Reuters) - Legg Mason Inc reported a quarterly loss on Friday on charges for impaired assets and continued outflows from its equity and bond funds, and the asset manager said it should name a permanent CEO soon. The company's board is "nearing completion" of its search for a new chief executive officer and should name …

  • A Chrysler logo is seen on the wheel of a new car at a dealership in Virginia
    Chrysler posts highest January sales since 2008 Reuters - 33 mins ago

    DETROIT (Reuters) - Chrysler Group LLC said January car sales of 117,731 were the best since 2008 and projected industry sales during the month grew at an annual rate … More »Chrysler posts highest January sales since 2008

    A Chrysler logo is seen on the wheel of a new car at a dealership in Virginia

    DETROIT (Reuters) - Chrysler Group LLC said January car sales of 117,731 were the best since 2008 and projected industry sales during the month grew at an annual rate of 15.5 million. All Chrysler brands except Jeep reported year-on-year sales gains, with the Dodge brand up 37 percent from a year ago. Jeep sales were down …

  • Barclays PLC Chief Executive Antony Jenkins speaks during the first day of the Clinton Global Initiative 2012 (CGI) in New York
    Barclays CEO Jenkins says won't take a 2012 bonus Reuters - 33 mins ago

    LONDON (Reuters) - New Barclays Chief Executive Antony Jenkins has opted not to take a bonus for 2012, saying he should "bear an appropriate degree of accountability" … More »Barclays CEO Jenkins says won't take a 2012 bonus

    Barclays PLC Chief Executive Antony Jenkins speaks during the first day of the Clinton Global Initiative 2012 (CGI) in New York

    LONDON (Reuters) - New Barclays Chief Executive Antony Jenkins has opted not to take a bonus for 2012, saying he should "bear an appropriate degree of accountability" for the difficult year his bank endured. Jenkins, who became CEO in August, said he was aware of considerable speculation about his bonus so to avoid further …

  • This undated screenshot provided by Mercedes Benz shows the Super Bowl advertisement for the company. The majority of the 30-plus Super Bowl advertisers have been releasing their ads in the days leading up to the game, advertising fans already can catch a glimpse of “Spider-Man” actor Willem Dafoe in a Mercedes-Benz ad. (AP Photo/Mercedes Benz)
    Few surprises in Super Bowl ads AP - 3 mins 3 secs ago

    NEW YORK (AP) — So much for surprises. More »Few surprises in Super Bowl ads

    This undated screenshot provided by Mercedes Benz shows the Super Bowl advertisement for the company. The majority of the 30-plus Super Bowl advertisers have been releasing their ads in the days leading up to the game, advertising fans already can catch a glimpse of “Spider-Man” actor Willem Dafoe in a Mercedes-Benz ad. (AP Photo/Mercedes Benz)

    NEW YORK (AP) — So much for surprises.

  • Chrysler sales up 16 percent in January AP - 40 mins ago

    DETROIT (AP) — Chrysler says its U.S. sales rose 16 percent last month for its best January in five years. More »Chrysler sales up 16 percent in January

    DETROIT (AP) — Chrysler says its U.S. sales rose 16 percent last month for its best January in five years.

  • In this Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013, photo, perspective job seekers talk with employers during a job fair in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. The number of Americans seeking unemployment aid jumped last week, though the increase mostly reflected difficulties the government has seasonally adjusting its numbers. Applications are still at levels signaling modest hiring.  (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)
    Solid Jan. hiring would boost hopes for US economy AP - 1 hr 31 mins ago

    WASHINGTON (AP) — The January employment report is expected to show Friday that job growth remained steady last month even though Americans began receiving smaller paychecks … More »Solid Jan. hiring would boost hopes for US economy

    In this Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013, photo, perspective job seekers talk with employers during a job fair in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. The number of Americans seeking unemployment aid jumped last week, though the increase mostly reflected difficulties the government has seasonally adjusting its numbers. Applications are still at levels signaling modest hiring.  (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)

    WASHINGTON (AP) — The January employment report is expected to show Friday that job growth remained steady last month even though Americans began receiving smaller paychecks that could keep the economy sluggish.

  • Generic competition, charges cut Merck Q4 profit AP - 38 mins ago

    Merck & Co.'s fourth-quarter profit fell 7 percent as generic competition slashed sales of its blockbuster allergy drug Singulair and the drugmaker took sizeable restructuring … More »Generic competition, charges cut Merck Q4 profit

    Merck & Co.'s fourth-quarter profit fell 7 percent as generic competition slashed sales of its blockbuster allergy drug Singulair and the drugmaker took sizeable restructuring and acquisition charges. The company still beat Wall Street expectations.

  • FILE - Mattel headquarters is shown in El Segundo, Calf., in this Aug. 14, 2007 file photo. Barbie maker Mattel Inc.'s annunced Friday Feb. 1, 2013 that fourth-quarter net income fell 17 percent, weighed down by a litigation charge. Its performance missed Wall Street's expectations for the critical holiday period. (AP Photo/Nick Ut, File)
    Mattel 4Q results miss Wall Street's expectations AP - 54 mins ago

    EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — Barbie maker Mattel Inc.'s fourth-quarter net income fell 17 percent, weighed down by a litigation charge. More »Mattel 4Q results miss Wall Street's expectations

    FILE - Mattel headquarters is shown in El Segundo, Calf., in this Aug. 14, 2007 file photo. Barbie maker Mattel Inc.'s annunced Friday Feb. 1, 2013 that fourth-quarter net income fell 17 percent, weighed down by a litigation charge. Its performance missed Wall Street's expectations for the critical holiday period. (AP Photo/Nick Ut, File)

    EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — Barbie maker Mattel Inc.'s fourth-quarter net income fell 17 percent, weighed down by a litigation charge.

  • MetLife to spend $2 billion on pension business AP - 1 hr 33 mins ago

    NEW YORK (AP) — MetLife Inc. plans to pay about $2 billion to buy the largest private pension fund administrator in Chile, as the insurer and annuity provider seeks to … More »MetLife to spend $2 billion on pension business

    NEW YORK (AP) — MetLife Inc. plans to pay about $2 billion to buy the largest private pension fund administrator in Chile, as the insurer and annuity provider seeks to build its presence in emerging markets.

  • Markets higher as investors await US jobs report AP - 2 hrs 28 mins ago

    LONDON (AP) — Some rare good economic news from Europe pushed stock markets higher on Friday as investors awaited a key U.S. employment report that is expected to show … More »Markets higher as investors await US jobs report

    LONDON (AP) — Some rare good economic news from Europe pushed stock markets higher on Friday as investors awaited a key U.S. employment report that is expected to show steady, if unremarkable, job growth.

  • In this Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2012, photo,  Norma Urbario, left, and America Rodriguez stand in line, holding their resumes, during the job fair that the Miami Marlins hosted at Marlins Park in Miami. The number of Americans seeking unemployment aid jumped last week, though the increase mostly reflected difficulties the government has seasonally adjusting its numbers. Applications are still at levels signaling modest hiring. (AP Photo/J Pat Carter)
    Futures moving higher ahead of January jobs report AP - 1 hr 43 mins ago

    NEW YORK (AP) — Stock futures are heading higher before the release of the January employment report, which is expected to show consistent job growth. More »Futures moving higher ahead of January jobs report

    In this Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2012, photo,  Norma Urbario, left, and America Rodriguez stand in line, holding their resumes, during the job fair that the Miami Marlins hosted at Marlins Park in Miami. The number of Americans seeking unemployment aid jumped last week, though the increase mostly reflected difficulties the government has seasonally adjusting its numbers. Applications are still at levels signaling modest hiring. (AP Photo/J Pat Carter)

    NEW YORK (AP) — Stock futures are heading higher before the release of the January employment report, which is expected to show consistent job growth.

  • Endowment returns flat for universities AP - 8 hrs ago

    After two strong years, college and university endowments lost ground slightly during the fiscal year ending last June 30, with their investments declining 0.3 percent … More »Endowment returns flat for universities

    After two strong years, college and university endowments lost ground slightly during the fiscal year ending last June 30, with their investments declining 0.3 percent on average, according to a new study.

  • CEO of scandal-hit Barclays gives up 2012 bonus AP - 1 hr 9 mins ago

    LONDON (AP) — The chief executive of Britain's scandal-hit Barclays bank says he's giving up his 2012 bonus amid a string of high-profile scandals over mis-selling products … More »CEO of scandal-hit Barclays gives up 2012 bonus

    LONDON (AP) — The chief executive of Britain's scandal-hit Barclays bank says he's giving up his 2012 bonus amid a string of high-profile scandals over mis-selling products and market-fixing.

  • Gasoline prices get early start on spring surge @ Yahoo! Finance - 12 hrs ago

    Gasoline prices are getting an early start on their annual spring march higher. More »Gasoline prices get early start on spring surge

    Gasoline prices are getting an early start on their annual spring march higher.

  • Job seekers wait in line to speak to recruiters at a job fair put on by online recruiting company TheLadders at Grand Central Station in New York
    Income surge puts consumers in better shape @ Reuters - 18 hrs ago

    WASHINGTON (Reuters) - American income growth surged in December as companies rushed to make dividend payments before higher tax rates set in, while buoyant wage growth … More »Income surge puts consumers in better shape

    Job seekers wait in line to speak to recruiters at a job fair put on by online recruiting company TheLadders at Grand Central Station in New York

    WASHINGTON (Reuters) - American income growth surged in December as companies rushed to make dividend payments before higher tax rates set in, while buoyant wage growth also gave a lift to households. U.S. personal income rose 2.6 percent last month, the biggest increase in eight years, the Commerce Department said on Thursday. …

  • A U.S. flag decorates a for-sale sign at a home in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington
    Home prices see best yearly gain since 2006 @ Reuters - Tue, Jan 29, 2013

    NEW YORK (Reuters) - Home prices rose in November, climbing more than five percent from a year ago in the biggest increase since August 2006 when the housing market was … More »Home prices see best yearly gain since 2006

    A U.S. flag decorates a for-sale sign at a home in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington

    NEW YORK (Reuters) - Home prices rose in November, climbing more than five percent from a year ago in the biggest increase since August 2006 when the housing market was starting to collapse. Data on consumer confidence on Tuesday was less encouraging, with moods falling to their lowest level in more than a year as Americans …

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Quotes of the Day

Selected from Michael Moncur's Collection of Quotations - February 1, 2013
An onion can make people cry, but there has never been a vegetable invented to make them laugh.
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Will Rogers (1879 - 1935)  
Humor is also a way of saying something serious.
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T. S. Eliot (1888 - 1965)  
I know not with what weapons World War III will be fought, but World War IV will be fought with sticks and stones.
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Albert Einstein (1879 - 1955)  
No one has ever had an idea in a dress suit.
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Sir Frederick G. Banting (1891 - 1941)  

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