Jumping into stocks? Have a plan first

Thinking about putting your savings into stocks just because the market is on a tear? You're making a mistake. Here's what you need to consider.

SEC charges tech analyst with insider trading

Analyst John Kinnucan was arrested for trading insider information that the SEC alleges resulted in illicit gains of $110 million.

 

Take a peek at Italy's primo cars

The Petersen Auto Museum in L.A. reveals its latest exhibit: A collection of exceedingly rare Italian designed cars.

Tax breaks booted from payroll deal

Congress left uncertain the fate several now-expired business tax breaks that companies rely on.

Collateral crisis for small businesses

U.S. small businesses today have fewer assets, making the search for bank loans more difficult. It's forcing many to search for money elsewhere.

Election 2012: How candidates' tax plans stack up

Every candidate has a tax plan, and they vary from mild tweaks to wholesale elimination.

 

Wall Street food fight!

General Mills is lowering expectations but Heinz and Campbell Soup both beat forecasts.

Greek bailout: The pressure is on

Finance ministers from the 17-member eurozone will meet Monday to decide the fate of Greece's bailout. With a looming debt payment due, time is running short.

Banks get no free money in mortgage deal

No free money in mortgage deal for banks.

Your cash is costing you money

If you're holding cash in your 401k, you might want to start reading the fine print on your fees.

Rising gas prices drive inflation

Consumer Price Index rises 0.2% in January, driven by higher gas prices. Overall prices are up 2.9% compared to a year ago.

J&J's McNeil unit recalls Infants' Tylenol

Johnson & Johnson's McNeil subsidiary recalls more than half a million bottles after consumer complaints about dosing syringes in Infants' Tylenol.

Obama campaign opens Silicon Valley field office

Obama wants to tap San Francisco's deep pockets and geek expertise.

Mars kills the King Size Snickers

Candy company is reducing portions on Snickers and other chocolate bars to cut down on calories.

Beware these 'dirty dozen' tax scams

IRS released its annual list of "dirty dozen" tax scams that people use to cheat the system.