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Nov 26, 2007
Are exchange-traded notes unfair?
The exchange-traded note is turning out to be a good deal for investors because of an unexpected tax advantage. But the deal is making the mutual-fund business upset. Fortune Magazine's Allan Sloan tells Scott Jagow why.
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Nov 24, 2007
Learning big-league business skills
An organization in Central Louisiana has created a farm system for entrepreneurs, much like professioal baseball's. We asked Kate Archer Kent to check it out.
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Nov 24, 2007
Organic turkey can leave a big footprint
One of the options for the traditional Thanksgiving meal is to buy an organic turkey raised on natural feed and no antibiotics. But commentator Kelly Alexander says such a turkey may not be all that friendly to the environment.
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Nov 24, 2007
Ready for business to land in his lap
The real Santa Claus was too busy to talk to Marketplace about the holiday season, but we found one of his stand-ins at a nearby mall. He explained how he works and how wish lists are changing.
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Nov 23, 2007
Social networking, fashionista style
Many shoppers got a head start on their shopping this morning before the sun rose. But for those in the market for clothing, a visit to this fashion website could have made their trip much shorter. Cash Peters has more.
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Nov 23, 2007
U.S. weighs in on Australian elections
Australian Prime Minister John Howard could lose re-election in this weekend's national elections. Eleanor Bell reports on factors involved, including the subprime mortgage crisis and the U.S. economy.
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Nov 23, 2007
How the kids became so well-mannered
If your family is awed by your children's superior politeness and manner this holiday season, perhaps you're already familiar with a Beverly Hills school of etiquette. If not, Lenora Chu has more.
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Nov 23, 2007
Digging out from mountain of debt
Karen was a single mom who began stealing from her company to finance her debt. She got caught, but thanks to Debtor's Anonymous she's spent the past 16 years paying back $200,000. Trey Kay shares a cautionary tale about spending money you don't have.
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Nov 23, 2007
Men join Tupperware’s party
More men are selling the famous plastic bowls and utensils. Sean Cole talked with one top seller who just couldn't contain his enthusiasm for the iconic brand, and how well he fares in a female-dominated sales force. (Re-broadcast from May 16, 2007)
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Nov 23, 2007
Why Italian men won’t leave the nest
In Italy, over one-third of men over 30 live at home with their parents. Scott Jagow talks to Rome correspondent Megan Williams about the influence of the country's economic situation and family culture. (Re-broadcast from Oct. 9, 2007)
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