Sep 30, 2011

Marketplace Morning Report for Friday, September 30, 2011

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Lessons learned from Michigan

by Jeremy Hobson

Sep 30, 2011

Former Michigan governor Jennifer Granholm talks about the state's tough struggles during the recession, and about the future ahead for America.

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Swipe fees drop

by John Dimsdale

Sep 30, 2011

Merchants can start charging less for consumer card swipes now. But don't worry, banks are going to make up for that.

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Should military teams join college football conferences?

by Sally Herships

Sep 30, 2011

Army and Navy are set to square off this weekend on the football field. They're both up for spots in the Big East conference, but will joining be beneficial?

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Getting advice from personal finance blogs

by Marketplace Staff

Sep 30, 2011

There are thousands of personal finance blogs out there on the web. Do business bloggers know what they are talking about? Can you trust them for financial advice? Which ones are the best?

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U.S. reportedly investigating Chinese companies' reverse mergers

by Rob Schmitz

Sep 30, 2011

Chinese high-tech stock prices are dropping, in part because of a manufacturing slow down, and in part because of an investigation by the U.S. Justice Department.