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Futures Climb as Jobless Claims Fall (Market Update)
U.S. stock futures climbed Thursday after weekly jobless claims fell by more than...

Google Fires Swift Shot In Search War (Early Bird)
WHAT'S HAPPENING NOW: New wrinkle designed to cut search time, expand market share.

How to Invest in a Private Company
Yes, you can buy shares of Facebook -- in some circumstances. Here's how.

3 Stocks With Margin Momentum (Screens)
Hough: These past laggards are steadily becoming more profitable.

Choosing the Debts to Pay Off Now (and Later) (Consumer Action)
Here are some guidelines for ranking outstanding bills.

5 Ways to Score Outlet Mall Deals (Deal of the Day)
More outlets are going online. What savvy shoppers need to know.

It's Not Time to Abandon Stocks
Eaton Vance's Duncan Richardson talks large-cap growth stocks.

College Loans 101: New Rules for Borrowers (Smart Consumer)
Here are some tips for navigating the latest changes to student loans.

3 ETFs for Stock Screeners (Screens)
Hough: These exchange-traded funds troll the market automatically for attractive shares.

Sizing Up the Latest Crack at Tax Reform (The Tax Guy)
A look at how the presidential panel's new report could affect you.

Penny Stock Gambling, ETF Moves, Capital Gains (Ask SmartMoney)
Stephanie AuWerter answers your personal finance questions.

Consumers Less Loyal to Credit Cards (Card Sharp)
With more consumers eyeing new card offers, what to know before a switch.

BP Shareholders Await Spill Report (Early Bird)
WHAT'S HAPPENING NOW: Internal investigation could shift some of the blame.

Offshore Drilling, Done the Right Way
After the Gulf disaster, driller Noble may hit bottom, but a rally is coming.

Harrisburg Default Adds to Muni Woes (Muni Bond Watch)
Experts say finding the next problem bonds remains tough.