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Are You a Vulture or a Chicken When It Comes to Investing?

This month, companies like Merck and Marsh & McLennan have tumbled in the stock market. Bad news for them - but could there be a silver lining for you, the investor? That answer might depend on whether you are a vulture or a chicken. Reporter Hilary Wicai has more.

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