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Memorial Day driving to drop slightly
May 16, 2008For the first time since just after the Sept. 11 attacks, Americans plan to drive less on Memorial Day weekend than they did the year before, with high gasoline prices in a weak economy a prime reason, according to a AAA study released Thursday.
World economy on thin ice - U.N.
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More manufacturing weakness
May 16, 2008Industrial production fell in April, matching the largest decline since the one following Hurricane Katrina, according to a report released by the Federal Reserve on Thursday.
The dollar's short-lived comeback
May 16, 2008The sick dollar may be getting a little healthier -- but it is far from making a full recovery.
Retailers: credit card fees detrimental
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Investment firms borrow steadily
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Congress passes farm bill, defies Bush
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U.S. won't say China manipulates yuan
May 16, 2008Read full story for latest details.
Fliers squeezed by government fees
May 16, 2008As if high fuel prices aren't enough, airlines and passengers are getting pinched by rising taxes as the U.S. government demands a bigger piece of the pie.
Smaller $7.2B Fed auction
May 16, 2008Read full story for latest details.
