Aug 19, 2011

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Debt Downgrade

We want our AAA back! Or do we?

by Jeff Horwich

Aug 19, 2011

The United States can win back its AAA rating for government debt, if it's willing to compromise and sacrifice. But it's a matter of pride more than necessity

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The new destiny of big banks

by Heidi Moore

Aug 19, 2011

It's Bank of America's turn to lay off thousands, but all big banks are waiting for the final reckoning still to come on their troubled real estate portfolios

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Small talk: Backyard timeshare and zombie protestors

by Marketplace Contributor

Aug 19, 2011

The news that didn't quite make the headlines. This week: a "backyard timeshare," a lesson on tweeting and eating, and zombie protestors.

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Is debt the kryptonite of America's "superpower" status?

by Stephen Beard

Aug 19, 2011

The U.S. owes $1.5 trillion to China. That indebtedness could mean politically tricky times ahead

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Back-to-school shopping begins

by Sally Herships

Aug 19, 2011

Retailers rely on gimmicks to cover rising costs

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Weekly Wrap: Should we be worried about the markets?

by Marketplace Staff

Aug 19, 2011

Reviewing the week's headlines on Wall Street. This week: Following the volatility in the markets last week, what can we expect in the future?

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What happens when the U.S. is no longer no. 1?

by Marketplace Staff

Aug 20, 2011

Historian David Kennedy offers a long-view of the U.S.'s role in the international economy over the last century -- and moving forward.

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