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Jobs growth, Fed take center stage next week

U.S. stock investors are likely to focus on jobs, the consumer and central bankers next week, with more tepid readings on the economy raising expectations for extra Fed stimulus. See full story.

2012 Olympics: The opening ceremony in pictures

Fireworks exploded over Tower Bridge during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games Friday night in London. The event featured bells, nurses, references to the Industrial Revolution, Doctor Who and characters from British literature's children's classics, such as Peter Pan and Mary Poppins. See full story.

An Olympic Games only the sponsors could love

The London Olympic Games are all about marketing and sponsorship, critics say. See full story.

SUVs for the rich who like getting filthy

There's an exclusive but growing club of people willing to pay a premium for distinctive, custom-tailored sport utility vehicles tough enough for serious off-road adventures. See full story.

2013 Hyundai Elantra

Hyundai's new coupe and hatchback models in the 2013 Elantra lineup draw enthusiastic responses from Ron Amadon, but he's still skeptical of the Veloster, even with a turbo. See full story.

Facebook Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg probably views his company's first earnings report as he would a trip to the dentist, but he still would be wise to get on the conference call with investors, writes Therese Poletti. 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.