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Chinese prefer paying with cash
China is in the middle of a huge boom in consumer spending, which would seem to be good news for credit card companies. But the Chinese haven't warmed to the idea of paying with plastic. Lisa Chow reports. (09/05/2008)
Value of U.S. assets worries China
China's central bank is reported to be concerned about its relatively low capital base, which is partly a result of the economic problems in the United States. Ashley Milne-Tyte has more. (09/05/2008)
Abu Dhabi fund goes Hollywood
A branch of one of the world's largest sovereign wealth funds -- the Abu Dhabi fund -- plans to spend $1 billion over five years to produce and distribute feature films in Hollywood. Ali Jaafar of Variety discusses the details with Kai Ryssdal. (09/03/2008)
Commodities markets hit investors hard
Prices for commodities have been dropping, so it's a tricky time for companies that run those kinds of investments. One of the larger hedge-fund managers says it's closing down a flagship commodities fund that's gone very bad. Amy Scott reports. (09/03/2008)
Wall Street takes county to woodshed
In the mid-90's Alabama's Jefferson County issued $3 billion in bonds to pay for a new sewer system. But now the loan might end up dragging the county, which includes Birmingham, into the gutter. And Wall Street's not happy. Andrew Yeager reports. (08/29/2008)
Private firms eyeing public projects
Cities and states need an estimated $1.5 trillion to fix crumbling bridges, roads and utility plants. Taxpayers traditionally have paid for those kinds of projects. But governments are heading for Wall Street to get the job done. John Dimsdale reports. (08/27/2008)
Citigroup refunds for account sweeping
Citigroup is refunding $18 million to customers across the country for taking money from accounts without notification. Renita Jablonski has more on the "account sweeping program" that brought the company penalties. (08/27/2008)
Could Fannie, Freddie avoid a bailout?
Despite speculation that some sort of federal intervention was likely, nothing happened with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac today. But the pair aren't out of the woods just yet. John Dimsdale reports. (08/25/2008)
Getting Personal
Chris Farrell and Tess Vigeland give advice to someone dealing with a fiery homeowners association, and a couple investing in renewable energy. (08/22/2008)
Investing summertime in their future
Kids at Camp Millionaire learn how to save, how to cut back on expenses, and how investing can lead to financial freedom as adults. Caitlan Carroll reports. (08/22/2008)
