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Wall Street one year after Lehman

Not everything has changed on Wall Street since the fall of Lehman Brothers. Marketplace's Amy Scott talks to Bill Radke about how some of the big banks have changed and where it's business as usual after a dramatic economic year. (09/14/2009)

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Guarantee gone for Money Market

Ever since the meltdown began, the Treasury Department has been guaranteeing investments in Money Market mutual funds that were made before the crisis. The guarantee ends this week. Steve Henn explores how investors will be affected. (09/14/2009)

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Financial firm new territory for tribe

The Lower Brule Sioux tribe is acquiring financial services firm Westrock, and is said to be the first Native American tribe to own a financial services firm. The purchase comes with several advantages for a minority group. Jeremy Hobson reports. (09/09/2009)

Candysse Miller

Preparing your financial emergency kit

We've all been told to scrimp and save for retirement. But what happens when a hurricane or fire takes your home? Tess Vigeland talks to experts about what the devastating Southern California fires can teach you. (09/04/2009)

Getting Personal

Getting Personal

This week on Getting Personal, Host Tess Vigeland and Economics Editor Chris Farrell weigh in on how to handle your money when pursuing a degree. (09/04/2009)

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High-speed trading goes off the Street

Stock traders are always looking for ways to get a leg up on the competition. Jill Barshay reports that today it's all about two things: speed and location. (08/26/2009)

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The rich hurt too when portfolios crash

How people think of themselves is often shaped by how much they have. But do big losses make a difference for those who still have a lot? Ashley Milne-Tyte reports on how even the identities of the very wealthy take a beating when their portfolios tank. (08/24/2009)

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Economy gives some dads a bad rap

Despite hints that the economy is recovering, job losses continue. But what happens when fathers who pay child support are out of work? Monica Brady-Myerov reports. (08/21/2009)

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Corporate bonds: Attractive and risky

For investors willing to tie up their money for a long time, corporate bonds -- essentially long-term loans to companies -- have become an attractive investment. But, as Bob Moon reports, your 401(k), pension or mutual fund could be on the line. (08/19/2009)

N.Y. Atty. General Andrew Cuomo, Charles Schwab

Suit claims Schwab misled investors

New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo is suing brokerage giant Charles Schwab, accusing the company of fraud and misleading investors when it sold them auction rate securities that blew up at the beginning of the financial crisis. Jill Barshay reports. (08/17/2009)

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