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Surprise, Surprise: Stocks Have Positive Third Quarter
The Dow industrials rose 3.6% in a turbulent third quarter, but analysts warn the rally's underpinnings remain fragile. And even though the stock market ended with respectable gains, there was plenty of turbulence along the way.
50 Most Powerful Women in Business
FORTUNE's annual list includes 13 newcomers and some major drops including Martha Stewart who falls completely off the list. Topping the list for the second straight year is PepsiCo's CEO Indra Nooyi. Other high-ranking women include Xerox CEO Anne Mulcahy, eBay's Meg Whitman, Wellpoint CEO Angela Braly who is new to the list and Kraft CEO Irene Rosenfeld. Oprah Winfrey ranks 8th this year and Yahoo's Sue Decker re-enters the list at 20.
The Foreclosure Pickings Are Plentiful but Not Easy
Buying a property in default can be an inexpensive way to get a home, but it's not for the shallow of checkbook or faint of heart.
What All Women Should Know About Retirement
Women outlive men by an average of four years, and those extra years will be expensive.
Hassle-Free Merchandise Returns
Check retailers' return policies before you shop. The information could save you time and money. Also, see how to avoid return hassles.
Are You Prepared to Be Ruled By a Homeowners Assocation?
If your house or condo is ruled by a homeowners association, you could be in for some nasty surprises. Check before you buy.
Closing Bell: When We All Love the PIIGS (NBG, SQNM, PG, ERTS, KO)
Serious Money: Cheapest Stocks List Shrinks from 26 to 21
Chasing Value: Hasbro Earnings Makes My Point
