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U.S. stocks rise on central-bank hopes

U.S. stocks climb Friday, extending the prior day's gains on continued optimism about a report of potential action by global central banks to move to stabilize markets if needed after Greek elections on Sunday. See full story.

Friday's biggest gaining and declining stocks

A daily roundup of stocks making notable moves in Friday's stock market. See full story.

Europe stocks rise on central bank hopes

European stocks head north on Friday, as investors cheer reports that central bankers stand ready to act if the Greek elections over the weekend send financial markets some severe headwind. See full story.

Most Asia stocks pull higher ahead of Greek vote

Hong Kong stocks lead most Asian markets higher amid hopes that global central banks may join hands to coordinate a policy response after this weekend's crucial election in Greece. See full story.

Euro heads to 1% gain for the week

The euro declines from a three-week high as foreign-exchange traders adjust positions ahead of potentially pivotal Greek elections this weekend. See full story.

This story is what's happening across the United States, as daily newspapers cut back to stay alive, writes media columnist Jon Friedman See full story.

When it comes to IRAs, timing is everything. Robert Powell looks at five rules that could derail your retirement-savings plans. See full story.