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The less productive U.S. economy

After a brief pick-up due to "overfiring," the trend in productivity is heading in one direction: down. See full story.

How to manage volatility as the fiscal cliff looms

As the U.S. hits the one-year anniversary of a debt downgrade, volatility is low. A spike is likely, however, as investors approach the November elections, the debt ceiling, and the "fiscal cliff" at year end. See full story.

How to manage volatility as the fiscal cliff looms

As the U.S. hits the one-year anniversary of a debt downgrade, volatility is low. A spike is likely, however, as investors approach the November elections, the debt ceiling, and the "fiscal cliff" at year end. See full story.

Southwest: Refunding overcharged fares

Southwest Airlines said over the weekend it will issue refunds to customers who were charged more than once for reservations after a promotion on the carrier's Facebook page hit a glitch. See full story.

Europe holds key to fifth week of U.S. stock gains

Employment numbers gave market a lift Friday, but what comes out of Spain and the ongoing euro-zone crisis will garner most of the market's attention in the week ahead. See full story.

Just when you thought it was safe to get back into the market, here comes Gary Shilling to throw ice water on your hopes and dreams, writes Howard Gold. See full story.

Most financial advisers have their clients' best interests at heart, but there are a few bad apples. Here's how to protect yourself, and your retirement funds, from rogue brokers and bad advice. See full story.