Economic survey: Job losses to bottom out in 1Q - AP - 2 hours, 0 minutes ago
Economists expect the joblessness that has weighed down the nation's economic recovery will start to slowly abate in 2010, but they predict consumers will continue to keep a tight rein on spending, according to a new survey.

Tyson Foods posts 4Q loss on charge, sales edge up - AP - 54 minutes ago
Tyson Foods Inc., the world's largest meat producer, said Monday that a hefty impairment charge in its beef business left it with a loss for the fourth quarter. But sales rose, and its chicken business was profitable for the second straight quarter.

Late payments on credit cards drop in 3rd quarter - AP - Mon 12:41 am ET
For the first time in a decade, more people paid their credit card bills on time in the third quarter this year than in the second quarter.

Cadbury shares rise on report of Nestle interest - AP - 13 minutes ago
Shares in British chocolate maker Cadbury PLC hit their highest level in at least five years Monday on reports that another rival, Switzerland's Nestle SA, may make a takeover bid.

IMF chief: Global economy still fragile - AP - 1 hour, 9 minutes ago
The international economy is still fragile and vulnerable to shocks despite recent improvements in financial markets, the managing director of the International Monetary Fund said Monday.

Campbell Soup earnings rise as expenses fall - AP - 5 minutes ago
Campbell Soup Co., the world's largest soup maker, said Monday its first-quarter earnings rose 17 percent as lower costs and more efficient supply chain offset the impact of a decline in soup sales.

Home sales likely rose again in October - AP - 2 hours, 57 minutes ago
Home resales for October are projected to rise to the highest level in more than two years as first-time buyers, anticipating that a tax credit would soon expire, rushed to beat the clock.

Oil rises above $78 amid Iranian war games - AP - Mon 6:50 am ET
Oil prices rose above $78 a barrel Monday as Iran's war games, aimed at protecting its nuclear plants, deepened tensions in the oil-rich region.

EADS execs on trial for alleged insider trading - AP - 1 hour, 55 minutes ago
Seventeen executives at Airbus parent company EADS went on trial Monday for allegedly making millions in profits on the back of their company's troubles with the delayed A380 superjumbo project.