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Dollar-menu costs can hurt profits
Nov 13, 2009
A dollar menu may seem like a great way for McDonald's to cut a profit in hard economic times, but franchisees can get grilled on food costs. Ashley Milne-Tyte explores how the fast food chain can benefit from cheaper items.
At least Americans are buying things
Nov 13, 2009
The U.S. trade deficit shot up in its biggest monthly jump in a decade. Imbalances between what we buy from overseas and what we sell abroad can be an economic drag, so John Dimsdale takes a look at the brighter side.
Is the eurozone on path to recovery?
Nov 13, 2009
The eurozone is officially out of the recession. Economist Andrew Hilton talks with Stacey Vanek-Smith about what is fueling its economic gains.
Why traders don't trust word on dollar
Nov 11, 2009
Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner continues to repeat the official mantra that the U.S. supports a strong dollar. But some currency traders believe the official policy doesn't mind a weak dollar. John Dimsdale reports.
Funding could help malnutrition battle
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Jeff Tyler
Nov 11, 2009
A report out today from the United Nations Children's Fund links poor nutrition to a third of all child deaths under the age of 5. Jeff Tyler reports that hunger is, in theory, one of those problems that money could easily solve.
Guest post: George Washington
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Scott Jagow
Nov 11, 2009
The first president is staring at me, like he wants to say something. I let him out of my wallet this morning for a little fresh air, thinking...
What the U.S. wants from China
Nov 11, 2009
President Obama will soon embark on his first trip to China. Ashley Milne-Tyte reports on what to expect.
Kids and money: FAQ
Nov 10, 2009
What's the best way to handle giving an allowance? How do you introduce kids to the concept of credit? We asked people in the Public Insight Network these and other common questions relating to kids and money.
'Call of Duty' may pump up video games
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Jeff Tyler
Nov 10, 2009
The latest version of the video game "Call of Duty" has just hit shelves, and may become one of the best-selling games of all time. Jeff Tyler reports.
How Opel will affect German workers
Nov 5, 2009
At least 8,000 auto workers in Germany have walked off the job in protest over GM killing a plan to sell its European unit, Opel. Stephen Beard reports on what will happen to German workers.