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• Existing-Home Sales Jump

  

  Housing sales hit their highest level in two and a half years. Plus: As the dollar falls, the Dow climbs almost 1.3%.

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• We Need Real Financial Reform

  

  Recently there's been another cry for better financial literacy education. That's fine, but it shouldn't replace real financial reform, says MoneyWatch's Eric Schurenberg.

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• Outrage at Executive Pensions

  

  Taxpayers may need to pay to support worker pensions, but top executives still get big bucks and sweet perks.

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• Mutual Fund Fees: Are You Paying Too Much?

  

  MoneyWatch's Jill Schlesinger breaks down the layers of mutual fund fees - from 'loads' to distribution fees.

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• Most Workers Plan Job Search

  

  A new survey finds two-thirds of U.S. workers intend to search for new jobs in 2010. Plus: Experts predict a rise in foreclosures.

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• Pushing for Financial Reform

  

  Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner asks Congress for quick action on the overhaul. He says the economy is improving, but unemployment is too high.

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• Insurers Pick Safest Cars

  

  Automakers Ford, Subaru and Volkswagen lead the industry's annual list of safest new vehicles. Plus: Consumer prices show a surprise jump.

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• Big Retailers Show Profits

  

  Target and Saks report better quarterly earnings, and Home Depot profits beat expectations - but the stores still sound cautious about holiday shoppers.

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• GM to Start Repaying Feds

  

  The automaker said it has trimmed losses and can start paying back its $6.7 billion in government loans. Plus: Stocks surge on consumer spending data.

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• Obama: Jobs Are Biggest Challenge

  

  The president praises the drop in jobless claims, but still plans to hold a jobs forum next month. Plus: Walmart announces "Black Friday" changes.

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