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Apr 7, 2011

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Gov't shutdown

A federal shutdown has economic consequences

by John Dimsdale
Apr 7, 2011
If the government closes for just a few days, the economic effect amounts to a bad blizzard. If it lasts longer, it could affect the fragile economic recovery.
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In a first, Europe pips the Fed on rate hike

by Heidi Moore
Apr 7, 2011
By raising interest rates before the Federal Reserve, the European Central Bank signals that inflation is a bigger risk than other economic woes.
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Gaddafi's oil revolution

by Stephen Beard
Apr 7, 2011
Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi has had an eventful career. But one aspect of his life has largely been forgotten in the West.
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Arab world can help itself

by Parag Khanna
Apr 7, 2011
Millions of dollars will be spent rebuilding the Middle East. Arab countries can play a vital role in funding those projects.
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Malls lose tenants despite retail uptick

by Jeff Tyler
Apr 7, 2011
Retail sales may be on the mend, but malls across America continue to lose tenants. Some attribute the decline to the dominance of online sales.
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Gov't shutdown

Trying to find compromise before a government shutdown

by Marketplace Staff
Apr 7, 2011
Republican Congressman Jason Chaffetz discusses the GOP's side of the budget discussions.
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What to do with Fannie and Freddie

by Marketplace Staff
Apr 7, 2011
Economics professor Lawrence White discusses the problem with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and what ought to be done with the mortgage giants.
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