Video: Fed. workforce swells as private sector shrinks

Companies are cutting jobs by the tens of thousands. But don't look for the federal government to start handing out pink slips.

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Video - Davos 2009: Weak crude demand

The head of the International Energy Agency, Nobuo Tanaka, discusses the outlook for oil demand amid the global economic downturn.

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Video: Attack the Heart of the Problem

The economic stimulus needs to get to the heart of the economic troubles if it is to succeed, says Alan Valdes of Hilliard Lyons. It needs to create jobs.

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Video: There's Still a Long Road Ahead

01/30/09 James McGuire Jr., of Christopher J. Forbes, says The road to economic recovery is a long one despite better than expected earnings and GDP.

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Video: Stimulus bill revives "Buy American"

The stimulus package making its way through Capitol Hill includes a "Buy American" provision for using US steel and iron.

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Video: Accused broker in NY Ponzi scheme stays in jail

A federal judge has ruled that the owner of a New York investment firm accused of running a $370 million Ponzi scheme is entitled to bail. But he says a defense offer of a $750,000 bond, for Nicholas Cosmo, is inadequate.

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Video: Obama Blasts Banks Bonuses

President Obama blasted Wall Street bankers after a report that employees of financial companies in N.Y. collected nearly $18.5 billion in bonuses in 2008. As Chip Reid reports.

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Video: Ford Posts Its Largest Ever Annual Loss In 2008

For the first time in the company's 105-year history, Ford Motor Company managed to post it's worst ever annual loss after announcing another overall decline in 4Q figures.

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Video - Davos 2009: Putin and Wen warn

The Russian and Chinese prime ministers called for cooperation not isolation during the global recession at the World Economic Forum in Davos A leading economist meanwhile says any recovery will be slow and painful, while publishing magnate Rupert Mudoch warns against huge government stimulus packages.

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Video: Clydesdales, Danica and lizards -- oh my!

The global recession hasn't scared advertisers away from Super Bowl Sunday. Viewers will see plenty of their favorite Clydesdales, scantily clad women and dancing lizards -- some even in 3-D.

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Video: Unemployment recipients at all-time high

The number of people receiving unemployment benefits has risen to 4..78 million - the highest amount on records dating back to 1967.

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Video: The BlackBerry Curve 8900 Comes To T-Mobile

Wireless communications carrier T-Mobile officially announced the release date of the the brand new BlackBerry Curve 8900 model and the details and results do not disappoint.

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Video - Clinton: We'll make money the old fashioned way

President Bill Clinton spoke to the World Economic Forum Thursday saying he hopes that the global recession comes to an end in the next 12 to 15 months. He added that the United States must lead the way in the recovery.

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Video - IMF: Global Growth Slows to A Crawl

01/29/09 Charles Collyns of the International Monetary Fund explains expectations that the global growth will be 0.5%.

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Video - Pre Market: Starbucks

01/29/09 The stories, data, and stocks that may have the greatest impact during the next trading session.

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Video - Your Money: The shrinking dividend

Dividend investors may want to take a closer look at their portfolios. As AP Personal Finance Editor Trevor Delaney explains, big changes are taking place. E-mail your questions to yourmoney@ap.org

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Video: AT&T's 4Q Earnings Slide 23.6%

01/28/09 AT&T Inc. (ATT) annound this morning that its 4Q earnings plunged 23.6% despite higher revenue and additional subscribers.

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Video - Davos 2009: Murdoch on crisis and war

News Corp chairman Rupert Murdoch says a big government stimulus packages will fail, as in the Great Depression when only world war saved the U.S. economy.

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Video - Jan 28: Stocks jump on plan for bad banks

The optimism is building on Wall Street. Surging financial stocks gave the market a huge boost Wednesday with the Standard & Poors 500 index enjoying its first four-day rally since late November.

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Video - Business Update: Confidence plunges

As the layoff announcements rise, confidence in the U.S. economy falls. There is more evidence of just how troubled the U.S. economy is. A new report shows consumer confidence is at record lows, as layoff announcements continue. Bobbi Rebell reports.

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Video - Pre Market: Yahoo

01/28/09 The stories, data, and stocks that may have the greatest impact during the next trading session.

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Video: Bailed out banks keep most top executives

To rescue the economy, the government is making a nearly $700 billion gamble: that the same executives who oversaw the banking industry's collapse can now be counted on to revive it.

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Video: CEO Sells Home For $100

Lehman Brothers ex-CEO Richard Fold is in hot water after selling his $14 million home in Fla. to his wife for $100. As Kelly Cobiella reports, this will only hurt him in a Calif. suit against him.

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Video: Cyclone Of Consumer Complaints For The BlackBerry Storm

Users of the BlackBerry Storm smartphone have continued to complain over certain hardware and software issues which unfortunately, have hurt sales and possibly profits for Research In Motion's "iPhone killer."

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Video: Thousands of Jobs Cut

01/27/09 On Monday companies representing variety of sectors of the economy announced massive layoffs numbering in the thousands.

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Video: The Death of the Wallet

Smart phones that duplicate credit card technology may mean the end of the wallet.

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Video - Business Update: Nomura-Lehman

Nomura, Japan's top brokerage, juggling with acquisition of part of Lehman Brothers, reportedly will see a net loss of $3.3 billion last quarter.

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Video: Companies Freeze Salaries to Save Money

01/26/09 Faced with a hard recession more companies are instituting pay freezes in order to cut costs.

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Video: Oil Prices Close The Week Out Higher

01/23/09 Oil prices managed to rise yet again this past volatile trading session as inflation worries rallied the commodity exchange.

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Video: Pfizer Negotiating A Possible Wyeth Acquisition

01/23/09 News of Pfizer Incorporated (PFE), the world's largest drug company by revenue, entering further negotiations to acquire rival drug company Wyeth has had quite an effect on not only their compan share prices, but the entire market.

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Video: Google's 4Q Revenue Is Good, Just Not Good Enough

01/23/09 Internet search leader Google Incorporated's 4Q revenue managed to rise 18%, well below previous quarterly figures, but nevertheless, still a gain.

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Video: Consumers shun electronics

Consumer electronics makers see plumetting demand for their gadgets. The consumer electronics industry is under siege, as Americans hesitate to open their wallets. Even Microsoft is feeling the pinch. The company announced it is slashing almost 5,000 jobs- its biggest cuts ever. Bobbi Rebell reports.

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Video - Business Update: Stimulus progress

House leaders are prepared to take up the $825 billion economic stimulus plan next week as Microsoft prepares to cut thousands of jobs amid the global recession.

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Video - Pre Market: Google

01/23/09 The stories, data, and stocks that may have the greatest impact during the next trading session.

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Video: The Age Of 'Econocides'

Faced with overwhelming financial losses during this economic crisis, more and more investors and financiers are committing suicide, now known as "econocide." Bob Orr reports from Washington.

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Video: EIA Inventory Data Turns Oil Markets Volatile

01/22/09 Another increase in crude inventories led the way for yet another volatile trading session at the NYMEX as oil prices managed to settle in above $43 a barrel this session.

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Video - Jan. 22: Dow slips on Microsoft layoffs

Stocks ended another fractious session with sizable losses.

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Video: Sony $2.9 billion loss warning

The Japanese electronics giant blames the record loss on falling demand and strengthening Yen. The operating loss will be the first for Sony in 14 years which is stepping up restructuring plans to cut costs and revive its ailing consumer electronics operations.

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Video: Should U.S. Nationalize Banks?

Experts are worried the government may nationalize banks in an effort to rescue the economy. As Priya David reports, the action would not guarantee an economic upswing.

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Video: Homebuilders Have Pessimistic Outlook

01/22/09 The National Association of Homebuilders projects the housing slump won't turnaround for another year.

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Video - Pre Market: Apple

01/22/09 The stories, data, and stocks that may have the greatest impact during the next trading session.

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Video: The banking challenge

The Obama administration faces many challenges, including the a fast rescue for the desperate banking system President Obama has given few specifics about how he plans to rescue the ailing banking system. But with the situation growing more dire every day, action is needed. Bobbi Rebell reports.

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Video: Oil Prices Soar Alongside Wall Street Gains

01/21/09 Oil prices jumped this past trading session led by a rebound on Wall Street as the March crude contract became the front month.

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Video - Money Minute: Toyota, IBM, Coke

General Motors has been stripped of the No. 1 global sales crown, losing the title to Japan's Toyota. The AP's Mark Hamrick reports.

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Video: Investors See a Ray of Hope

01/21/09 Jeff Frankel, of Frankel Stuart & Co., says the markets are over sold leading value players to come in and buy up stocks. More importantly, investors see Washington moving on the economy now that Obama is President.

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Video: Hackers attack credit card processor

Hackers attack credit card processor in massive security breach.

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Video - Money in '09: Investment Lessons

Investing lessons learned the hard way.

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Video - Business Update: Stocks at 2-month low

Wall Street joined a global sell-off after results from a major U.S. financial company added to worries big losses in the industry could worsen the recesssion. Blue chips dropped 4 percent, a 332-point decline, to 7,949. The S&P 500 tumbled roughly 5.3 percent, or 44 points, to 805. The Nasdaq gave up 5.8 percent, a loss of 88 points, to 1,440.

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Video - Pre Market: IBM

01/21/09 The stories, data, and stocks that may have the greatest impact during the next trading session.

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Video: Circuit City's Plug Gets Pulled For Good

01/20/09 Bankrupt consumer electronics retailer Circuit City officially announced the closing of its stores for good as it has failed to find a buyer to help consolidate its debts.

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Video: February Crude Contracts Close Out Below $39

01/20/09 On the day of Barack Obama's presidential inauguration and the final day of February trading as the front month for crude contracts, oil prices managed to close out the session and contract just below $39 a barrel.

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Video: China Internet addiction

Chinese health workers warn of Internet addiction becoming out of hand as the number of netizens soars.

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Video: Glacier melt warning from the Antarctic

A leading member of the U.N. Climate Panel David Vaughan is recording what he says are worrying signs of glacier melt adding to world sea levels. Vaughan, a glaciologist with the British Antarctic Survey, made his remarks to Reuters in an open speedboat crossing a bay on the Antarctic Peninsula which had been blanketed by ice for thousands of years but is now open water.

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Video: GM Lowers Sales Estimates

01/20/09 General Motors lowered sales forecast for 2009 but says it will be in a better position to become financially viable.

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Video: The Business Of Barack

If you can put his picture on it, you can sell it. As Anthony Mason reports, selling merchandise featuring President-elect Obama is good business, giving a boost to Washington's economy.

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Video: Anheuser-Busch InBev Pours Into NYC

01/16/09 The worlds largest brewer Anheuser-Busch Inbev announced that they will have a new office for global operations in New York City in order to better manage and distribute the workload.

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Video: Downturn swift-Intel CFO

Global chip sales fell precipitously in the fourth quarter, Intel Chief Financial Officer Stacy Smith told Reuters Television.

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Video: Spotlight falls on SEC nominee

Obama's pick to head the SEC, Mary Schapiro, was in the hot seat at her Senate confirmation hearing. Mary Schapiro, President-Elect Obama's choice to head the Securities and Exchange Commission defended her record as a regulator during her confirmation hearing. Bobbi Rebell reports.

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Video - Business Update: Citigroup splits

Humbled financial powerhouse Citigroup decided to split into two companies putting an end to the financial supermarket model it created. The announcement accompanied a near $8.3 billion quarterly loss, extending a 15-month string of losses to more than $92 billion. Meanwhile, A deep downturn in demand for chips used in electronic devices will extend into the first quarter, Intel Chief Financial Officer Stacy Smith said after the company's in-line results. Conway Gittens reports from New York.

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Video: Piracy still dogs music industry

Legitimate digital music sales grew strongly in 2008 but were still dwarfed by the scale of illegal downloads according to new data from the trade body IFPI.

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Video - Business Update: Samsung revamp

South Korea's electronics giant Samsung is splitting into two groups to try and reinvigorate the company in the face of falling consumer demand. * Hitachi faces billion dollar loss despite profit forecast * Subaru faces losses, may cut dividend * Markets up on Bank of America bailout *

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Video - Business Update: Dems plan $825b fix

House Democrats are working on a bill that provides $825 billion in tax cuts and spending to revitalize the sagging American economy. The Dow broke a seven-day losing streak, gaining 12 points to 8,212. The S&P 500 rose a point to 843. The Nasdaq jumped 22 points to 1,511. Crude oil closed down above $35 a barrel. Conway Gittens reports from New York.

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Video: Plans to Stem Foreclosures in the Works

01/15/09 The incoming Obama administration and Congress are trying to work on plans to end foreclosures.

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Video: Consumer wallets slam shut

Retail sales fell sharply in December as consumers stayed home, pushing sales lower by 2.7 percent. The American consumer was on vacation this past holiday season. Retail sales plunged far more than expected, and the outlook is grim. Bobbi Rebell reports.

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Video: Going, but not forgotten, Nortel's many legacies

Going, but not forgotten, Nortel's many legacies.

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Video: Chavez expects more OPEC oil cuts

Venezuela's President Hugo Chavez says in a speech to Congress that OPEC countries will likely reduce oil output to try and control falling prices. Chavez also announced in his address that Venezuela has joined with a Russian company to operate the state-owned Las Cristinas gold mine.

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Video - Money in '09: Cutting Debt

Simple strategies for reducing your debt.

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Video: Bankruptcy Soars in 2008

01/14/09 Amid the ongoing financial turmoil a growing number of companies filed for bankruptcy in 2008.

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Video: Toyota's 2010 Hybrid Prius To Get 50 Miles Per Gallon

01/13/09 The Toyota Motor Company officially revealed its 2010 Prius hybrid vehicle this week following much anticipation and results do not disappoint as better fuel economy and more options have already created quite a buzz.

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Video: Viewers scramble ahead of DTV conversion

With the big digital television switch looming on February 17, Americans are flocking to electronics stores before the transition, which could black out millions of Americans who rely on analog TV sets to pick up over-the-air channels.

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Video: Island paradise seeks blogger

Must be willing to occupy a luxury home with Pacific views and island hop for six months for a 105,000 dollar pay cheque. Tourism chiefs in Australia are advertising world-wide for the right person to explore the islands of the Great Barrier Reef and write a weekly blog with photo diary and video updates to attract more visitors.

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Video: Market Lacks Direction

01/13/09 Markets lack a clear trend as a drop in Alcoa shares is offset by gains in the energy and financial sectors.

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Video - Bernanke: More govt action needed

Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said that fiscal stimulus alone may not be enough to alleviate a worsening economy. Bernanke said a U.S. stimulus could give a significant boost, but that the government could consider additional capital injections. Meanwhile, the U.S. trade gap shrank to $40.4 billion, marking the biggest contraction in twelve years. Diane King reports from New York.

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Video: Bailout Bait And Switch?

The financial industry bailout was supposed to help troubled mortgage holders and free up credit lending. So why have the firms used the money to buy up smaller banks? Sharyl Attkisson reports.

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Video Essay: New technologies highlight auto show

The Detroit Auto Show opened on Sunday with new hopes because of new technologies, including fuel cell. The AP's Amy Sancetta takes a look at some of the new cars hitting the market.

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Video - Pre Market: Alcoa

01/13/09 The stories, data, and stocks that may have the greatest impact during the next trading session.

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Video: 'Money Experts' Apologize?

So-called money experts have written 2009 investment guides to help you get back the money you lost reading their advice from 2008. Steve Hartman reports on whether one expert is ready to apologize.

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Video: New restrictions on Madoff, but no jail

A judge on Monday allowed Bernard Madoff to remain confined to his Manhattan penthouse, rejecting a bid to jail the disgraced financier but imposing new restrictions to keep him from mailing any more valuables to family and friends.

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Video: Electric vehicles take center stage in Detroit

On the opening day of the Detroit auto show, US-based automakers touted new products with a focus on fuel efficiency that they say will help return them to financial health.

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Video: Goldman Sachs Upgrades Pfizer Incorporated

01/12/09 Broker Goldman Sachs announced this morning that it has upgraded Pfizer incorporated (PFE) to neutral from sell as it states the pharmaceutical giant will soon make moves twards a company restructuring.

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Video: LG in $500 mln Apple deal

LG Display signed deal to supply Apple with liquid crystal display panels for five years. LG trails domestic rival Samsung Electronics in the LCD market but ranks ahead of Taiwan's AU Optronics and Chi Mei Optoelectronics.

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Video - Fortis: Despite Weak Data, Markets will Rise

01/12/09 Philippe Gijsels of Fortis explains why he thinks markets will rise.

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Video: Subdued mood at CES

Technology takes center stage the the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas despite a gloomy economy. Manufacturers went smaller, not just in their presentation but also in their product. Gone were the 150-inch TVs and instead, smaller and sleeker took center stage. Samsung grabbed notice with its one-inch thick TVs that use light-emitting-diodes (LEDs) rather than lamps as their primary light source. It's been estimated that such screens use 40 percent less power than traditional LCDs . . . not to mention saving a whole lot of space in the living room. Lindsay Claiborne reports.

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CES Video: "Digital Paper" Reader unveiled

Plastic Logic shows off its ultra-thin, large-screen Reader at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The company hopes to compete with current eBooks on the market, including Amazon's Kindle.

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CES Video: Dell Announces new laptops

Dell has announced the Inspiron Mini 9, a $99 laptop. The Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas also saw the company introduce a new 10-inch Mini and offer a glimpse of the upcoming Adamo, its ultra-thin luxury laptop.

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Video: Cashing In on YouTube

Although it's perceived as a recreational video sharing site, some people are earning six-figure money on YouTube. Michelle Miller reports.

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Video: Out of work? Try these professions

There's a bit of encouraging news for the millions of Americans out of work and searching. The AP found several fields proving resilient in the down economy.

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Video: Jobs Numbers Not Surprising

01/09/09 The reaction to the employment data was already built into the markets, says James McGuire Jr., of Christopher J. Forbes. One of the reasons why you're not seeing a major sell-off.

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Video: Schlumberger Cuts Workers As Oil Demand & Prices Slide

01/09/09 The world's largest oil field services provider Schlumberger (SBL) announced today that it will cut about 5% of its workforce as low oil prices and demand has hurt their services.

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Video: Gadget show goes on despite economic downturn

AP Correspondent Haven Daley previews the 2009 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Despite the slumping economy, tech companies are hoping gadget geeks will be unable to resist their innovative products.

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CES Video: OLEDs makes for foldable TV

Samsung shows off foldable, transparent OLED prototype displays at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

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CES Video: Powering Up Without Cables

Unveiled at the 2009 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Powermat allows you to recharge gadgets without plugging them in. You simply place them on the charging pad and that's it!

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Video: The next generation of HDTV

What features will be in your next TV? AP Correspondent Haven Daley takes a look at some of the new high-definition televisions on the floor of the 2009 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

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Video: Boeing Deliveries and Orders Fall

01/09/09 Economic downturn hit Boeing as fewer airliners put in orders in 2008.

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Video: New 35 dollar water purifier

Swedish company Solvatten launches an affordable and user friendly Solar Powered Water Purification system for developing countries. The Solvatten system is expected to retail at about 35 dollars (USD) per unit and comes in a compact case, using solar energy to purify contaminated water. With user friendly instructions Solvatten is currently being piloted in Nepal through the UN and Environment and Public Health Organization.

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Video: 7 Things Getting Cheaper

Popular consumer items that are rapidly decreasing in price.

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Video: Yahoo unveils TV plan

Yahoo Connected TV got a boost of publicity at CES 2009 as Yahoo unveiled a list of HDTV partners. Yahoo is hoping that despite the tough economy, consumers will connect with its new WebTV venture. The company unveiled new partners including Sony, LG Electronics and Samsung Electronics at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. Bobbi Rebell reports.

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Video: Americans Late On Paying Loans

A new report says more Americans are falling behind on their consumer loan payments. As Anthony Mason reports, nearly 3 percent of all loans in the 3rd quarter of 2008 were at least 30 days late.

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Video: Oil Prices Falter Yet Again

01/08/09 Oil prices managed to slide for a second consecutive day as energy demand concerns and poor US economic data continued to weigh in on the energy markets.

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Video: Stock Stumble on Wal-Mart

01/08/09 US Markets are on the donwside today as investors take in the worst holiday retail sales figures in years.

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Video: Ballmer Discusses Microsoft's Future

Microsoft's CEO, Steve Ballmer, talks to the Associated Press at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas about Microsoft today, and what to expect from the company in 2009.

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Video: Asia Telcoms Eye 3G, Beyond

Japan's top mobile phone operator, NTT DoCoMo, wants to dial up more overseas business, while still seeing a tough market at home.

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Video: Obama: Economy First, Deficit Later

01/08/09 Obama's pledge to restore fiscal discipline in Washington will have to wait until the economy is back on track.

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Video: Stocks Fall amid Employment Data and Deficit Projections

01/07/09 ADP report shows large job loss for the economy, 2009 deficit epected to hit $1.2 trillion while the Bank of America and Intel issue warnings.

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Video: Best Buy Begins Selling Refurbished iPhones

01/07/09 Consumer electronics chain Best Buy announced that they will begin selling refurbished iPhone 3G models at select stores in hopes the lower price will attract more users.

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Video: Oil Prices Plummet 12%

01/07/09 Oil prices reversed all recent gains this week as today, front month crude prices managed to drastically drop 12% on an unexpected gain in crude stockpiles for last week.

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Video: Toyota Stops Production

01/07/09 Toyota halts production at all of its plants in Japan as it faces decling demand.

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Video: Korea's "Green" Attempt to Create 1 Million New Jobs

Korean Prime Minister Han Seung-soo officially introduced the nation's Green New Deal Job Creation Plan today which hopes to eventually create some 100,000 new jobs and boost a slumping economy.

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Video: Inflation Outlook 2009

Predicting the change of prices for energy, gasoline, health insurance, food, and college costs in 2009.

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Video: Prosecutors Want Madoff Jailed

U.S. prosecutors sought to revoke bail and put accussed Wall Street swindler Bernard Madoff in jail after he allegedly mailed $1 million in items. A magistrate judge is expected to rule on the motion later this week. Some lawyers say the prosecution hopes the threat of jail will convince Madoff to cooperate with their investigation into what may be Wall Street's biggest fraud.

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Video: Oil Prices Rise Above $50, Then Fall

01/06/09 Continued unrest in the Middle East once again led to a boost in crude prices earlier in the day, but the release of further poor US economic managed to halt the crude rally and sent oil prices back down at the end of the day.

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Video: Gas Row Begins to Bite in Europe

The Russia-Ukraine gas dispute has cut supplies of Russian gas to a swathe of European countries, many in the depths of a cold winter snap. The conflict escalated dramatically on Monday when Russia ordered Gazprom to cut deliveries of gas to Europe via Ukraine by a sixth, the same amount Moscow accuses Kiev of siphoning off.

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Video: The Dollar Rally Continues

01/06/09 The US dollar continued to post even further gains this past trading session as continued poor euro-zone economic data and plans of a US economic stimulus plan retained optimism in the greenback.

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Video: Goldman Sach's Breaks ICE

01/06/09 Broker Goldman Sach's announced today that it downgraded stock of the Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) due to poor year to year commision and declining volume.

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Video: Markets Lack Direction

01/06/09 Investors are looking toward the Obama inauguration but the markets will likely lack directions for a few months.

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Video: Mastercard To Acquire Orbiscom For $100 Million

Mastercard Incorporated announced this morning that it will acquire payments services software provider Orbiscom for a reported $100 million.

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Video: Dollar Surges To Start Off The Week

The US dollar rallied against both the euro and yen this session as a boost in US stock prices ultimately led to a boost in risk appetite for the strong greenback.

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Video: Pre-Market: 1st Monday of 2009

01/05/09 The stories, data, and stocks that may have the greatest impact during the next trading session.

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Video: Wall St. Looks for "January Effect"

After taking a beating in 2008, investors are hoping the year's first 5 trading days bring good news. The first week of the trading year is underway, and investors are watching for indications of the year ahead. The January effect has been accurate more than 85 percent of the time. Bobbi Rebell reports.

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Video: Chrysler, Toyota, Lead Declines in Auto Sales

U.S. auto sales plummeted in December as the worsening economy further pinched consumers wallets.

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Video: 5 Simple Ways To Get A Job

As the nation's level of unemployment continues to rise, Susan Morem, career coach and author of "Hot To Get A Job And Keep It," offers five simple and efficient tips when seeking a new job.

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Video - Wall St vs Main St: Predictions for 2009

Predictions on the stock market, price of oil, and housing market made by both Wall Street and Main Street for 2009.

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Video: EU Assesses Gas Row Impact

The European Commission says that its gas supplies are enough for now, but is calling an emergency meeting to try and find a solution to the Russia-Ukraine gas dispute that has already seen disruptions to some EU countries. Moscow has accused Kiev of stealing gas intended for Europe while Ukraine alleges Russia has cut flows by more than a half through a key export pipeline.

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Video: Profit Worries Offset Obama Plan

Wall Street began the first trading week of the year with worries about what the year will hold for corporate profits. Those concerns offset optimism that President-elect Barack Obama was planning to ask for $310 billion in tax cuts as part of a massive stimulus plan. Apple's Steve Jobs announced his intention to stay on as CEO despite speculation about his health. Conway Gittens reports from New York.

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Video: Hope For The Auto Industry

Many are slowly becoming more confident in car manufacturers. As Michelle Miller reports, it may be due to an infusion of cash into the auto industry, higher cash rebates, and lower interest rates.

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Video: Asian Shares Eye '09 Rebound

Most Asian share markets began the new trading year with gains, after 2008 performance was among the worst on record.

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Video - Samsung: No Investment Decision

Samsung, the world's top memory chip maker, denies it will cut semiconductor investment this year by over half amid a market downturn.

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Video: What To Look Foward to in '09

01/05/09 With all the gloominess in 2008, 2009 is looking brighter.

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Video - Your Money: New Year, New Resolutions

A new year often brings new resolutions. AP Personal Finance Editor Trevor Delaney offers up advice on how to maximize your finances in 2009.

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Video: Factory Activity Hits 28-year Low

U.S. factory activity sank to a near 30 year low, on a deepening recession. The report on U.S. manufacturing activity was similar to factory surveys across the globe and signaled tough times ahead. Meanwhile marketwatchers turn their eyes to Washington, for word on Obama's stimulus plan. Diane King reports from New York.

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Video: Jan 4 - The Week Ahead

A look at the stocks, stories aand data that could have the biggest impact in the coming week.

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Video: The Year in Technology

The highlights of 2008: Microsoft's bid for Yahoo, Sony wins the DVD format war, and rivals take aim at Apple's iPhone. In this installment of Reuters Technology Week, Fred Katayama takes a look back at the 2008 headlines and the hot gadgets from the world of tech.

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Video: 2009 Looks Grim For Retailers

Thousands of stores are expected to close as unemployment grows and consumer confidence plummets. Meanwhile, chains like Wal-Mart are well positioned for 2009 as more shoppers scout out low-cost necessities, says retail expert Howard Davidowitz. Manoush Zomorodi reports from New York.

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Video: Oil Prices Start The New Year Above $46

01/02/09 Despite being the one year anniversary of crude prices hitting $100 for the first time ever, this session ushered in a new year and new understanding to the energy markets as crude settled just above $46 today.

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Video: EU To Monitor Gas Supply

European Union states are keeping a close watch for restrictions to their gas supply from Russia following Gazprom's contract dispute with neighbouring Ukraine. Russia's tough stance with Ukraine has lead to accusations of bullying, though Moscow says its row with Kiev is purely commercial. Gazprom's finances have been hurt by the global credit crisis and falling gas prices. On Friday Russia sent a letter to the European Parliament offering to participate in a meeting, at which it would give its evaluation of the disputes.

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Video: The Tech View of 2009

Looking ahead is a habitual pastime for those who work in the sphere of technology, but economic uncertainty is clouding the picture for the year ahead.

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Video: Dollar Rises On Holiday-thinned Trading

01/02/09 The US dollar managed to post gains in trading this session against both the euro and yen as poor euro-zone economic data and light trading value lifted the greenback.

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Video: Markets Ring in New Year with a Rally

01/02/09 Markets rally half way through the trading session with shares of General Motors leading the gains.

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Video: PepsiCo Wins Ownership Rights

The Indian government has allowed PepsiCo Inc to retain full ownership of its local bottling arm despite regulations about foreign ownership. The decision was taken by cabinet ministers after the global snacks and drinks company said it had plans to invest up to US$50 million.

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Video: Visteon Corporation To Cut Worker Hours & Pay

01/02/09 Automotive supplier the Visteon Coporation (VC) announced this morning that due to tight credit and weak sales, the company will have to shorten the work week for employees as well as cut their pay.

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Video: TGI 2009

01/02/09 Sam Stovall, Chief Investment Strategist at Standard and Poor's, discusses the tumultuous year of 2008 and looks toward 2009.

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Video: Migratory Birds Under Threat

Experts say climate change is having adverse effects on migratory birds. Indian ornithologists say that global warming and rising temperatures are affecting the timing of the winter arrival of migratory birds and the food stock available to them.

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Video - Your Money: Dealing With Landlords

As a renter you should know your rights when dealing with your landlord. AP Personal Finance Editor Trevor Delaney explains.

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