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Stocks finish mixed at end of tough week5:45pm: Investors recover from morning fears about the labor market and the economic slowdown thanks to rally in financial shares. Fannie and Freddie sink in after-hours trade. more
2:40pm: Even after Thursday's selloff, shares of two bank stock indexes are up close to 40% since mid-July. But watch out, this rally may not last. more
4:29pm: Crude futures trade more than $40 below the record high set in July as the economic slowdown cuts into demand for energy. more
With oil prices heading toward $100, that should be good news for consumers. But some think there won't be true relief until crude hits $80 again.  more
International stocks should be a part of any diversified portfolio, but they're not a shelter against domestic rough spots. more
While the last 10 years haven't been a stellar decade for stocks, performance was better than most media reports claim. Markets still yielded decent returns. more
Behind the minimum wage debate
by Paul LaMonica
Some argue that a higher minimum wage leads to more unemployment. But with wages failing to keep up with inflation, some think more increases are needed. more
by Paul LaMonica
One of the Federal Reserve's staunchest proponents of its rate-cutting spree explains why lower rates haven't helped boost the economy.  more
by Paul LaMonica
Despite tough times, the consumer has wobbled but kept spending. But will Americans pull back now that cash from the stimulus checks are mostly gone? more
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