ECJ on OMT clears ECB for QE. WTF?
Related: Europe will print money, it’s just a matter of time Assuming a new Greek government doesn’t turn back time later this month, the challenge now is how to save…
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Russian official calls for 10% spending cuts as revenue plummets
Speaking in Moscow, Siluanov said cuts are the only way to solve the crisis. He warned increased borrowing from the central bank could push the country into an “inflationary spiral.”…
The best blood test you’ll ever take
But Inside Tracker found some other issues in my blood test. For instance, I had no idea that I have very low testosterone (insert joke here). Related: Aetna raises its…
Why India has the cheapest flights on Earth
Yet as with many sectors in India, optimism is creeping in around the edges. Funds from foreign investors have provided a boost, and analysts hope that newly-elected Prime Minister Narendra…
Burberry sales bump as Hong Kong protests kept shoppers away
Government representatives in China have been told to stop holding extravagant banquets, riding in showy cars and giving or accepting luxury gifts. – Chicago Mercantile Association: Certain market data is…
Wall Street weakness: JPMorgan Chase disappoints
It was not all bad news though. Dimon touted strong results from JPMorgan Chase’s consumer and community banking, mortgage banking and credit card units. During a conference call with reporters,…
RadioShack may be preparing for bankruptcy
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America has about 5 million job openings. We’re ‘near normal’
Buzz about new jobs: There’s also anecdotal evidence that more Americans are getting jobs. A popular trend on photo-sharing site Instagram is to take a photo of yourself on your…
Charlie Hebdo sells for hundreds of dollars on eBay
Related: Charlie Hebdo puts Mohammed on its new cover – Chicago Mercantile Association: Certain market data is the property of Chicago Mercantile Exchange Inc. and its licensors. All rights reserved.
World Bank cuts global growth forecast
But oil exporters will continue to struggle, with Russia hit particularly hard by the declining price of crude. The World Bank expects Russia’s economy will contract by 2.9% in 2015….
Apple’s new security feature not good enough
“It is amazing how much access one can get,” she said, pointing out what happens if someone breaks into a person’s iMessage. “Imagine that a hacker gained credentials of someone…
Rupert Murdoch backs away from comment about Muslims
Ansari, who is of Tamil Muslim heritage, challenged Murdoch in a series of tweets. The “Parks and Recreation” star and his followers even managed to get the hashtag #RupertsFault trending…
Blackberry soars 30% on reports of Samsung bid
Most stock quote data provided by BATS. Market indices are shown in real time, except for the DJIA, which is delayed by two minutes. All times are ET. Disclaimer. Morningstar:…
Americans, rejoice: Charlie Hebdo is on the way!
“I really have no idea how many copies they’ll make available,” McEwen said. “I know they need to serve the French market first, so we’ll see what they’re able to…
How ‘Simpsons’ tribute to Charlie Hebdo came together
“The whole thing was done in about a day,” Jean said. “We have a really talented staff.” – Chicago Mercantile Association: Certain market data is the property of Chicago Mercantile…
‘Devastating erosion’ of taxpayer services at IRS
End result: the IRS is unlikely to answer even half the calls it receives and those callers who do get through will experience long waits, Olson said. What’s more, the…
Taxi drivers strike in China over steep fees, Uber
Last week, China’s Ministry of Transport banned private cars from providing rides through taxi apps, after other drivers went on strike in some Chinese cities in early January, according to…
Charlie Hebdo’s new Mohammed cover: What people are saying
“I know you won’t hold back,” Schwarzenegger said. News outlets have agonized over whether or not to show images of the prophet ever since the attack on the magazine’s Paris…
Aetna raises its minimum wage to $16
“As the American economy recovers, Aetna is leaning into that recovery and making these improvements so our colleagues who are vital to our success can benefit from it,” said the…
Best and worst countries for women on corporate boards
Here’s the full list, ranked from highest to lowest share of board members who are women. Norway 35.5% Finland 29.9% France 29.7% Sweden 28.8% Belgium 23.4% UK 22.8% Denmark 21.9%…
Tesla stock: Time to ditch it?
But Musk is hoping that Tesla will one day have a car for the masses. The upcoming Model III, which is tentatively due to be released in 2017, is expected…
The American Dream is coming back
For example, the percentage of part-time employees who want full-time work but can’t find it has dropped from 29.9% to 25.6%. One area where we have yet to see improvement…
Woody Allen to create his first television series for Amazon
The big move comes days after Amazon (AMZN, Tech30) took center stage at the Golden Globes, winning two awards for its comedic television series “Transparent.” Signing the iconic director of…
The almighty U.S. dollar could soon equal the euro
Europe’s rescue plan will hurt the euro: The euro weakness makes sense given the continent’s economic struggles. Growth has been virtually nonexistent and unemployment is stuck near record highs. Things…
Facebook to send Amber Alerts
More than 725 children have been recovered due to Amber Alerts over the past 19 years, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. – Chicago Mercantile Association:…
European stocks will outrun Wall St in 2015. No, really.
Related: Russia faces wave of bankruptcies if rates don’t fall And yet, some analysts argue that now is the time to buy. – Factset: FactSet Research Systems Inc. 2015. All…
David Cameron: If government can’t snoop on it, you shouldn’t be allowed to use it
Cameron said the new legislation will come in the name of security. In light of the terror attacks on Paris, he said the new legislation is appropriate. “The Paris attacks…
London homes are worth $2 trillion
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Sane investing in a scary market
That’s not to say that investors who stuck with stocks didn’t endure a bumpy ride. After that initial hiccup, the market slipped by 4% or more four more times en…
Looking for the new Charlie Hebdo in America? Good luck
It was also unclear Tuesday how much of the new issue, which will stay on sale for eight weeks, will appear on Charlie Hebdo’s website. The site has been converted…