Consumer Confidence Hits Two-Year Low July 15, 2011 Consumer confidence dropped as high unemployment and weak home prices continue to weigh on Americans. Plus, eight of 90 European banks have flunked stress tests.

Ratings Agency Warns of Potential US Credit ... July 15, 2011 S&P says there’s a 50-50 chance it will downgrade the government's credit rating over the debt limit stalemate. Plus: Google reports blockbuster profits of nearly $7 billion.

Economy Slows While Stock Market Grows July 15, 2011 How can stocks be approaching an all-time high if the economy is suffering from high unemployment and sagging home prices? Editors Jill Schlesinger and Jack Otter explain.

S&P: 50% Chance of Cut to US Credit Rating July 15, 2011 Ratings agency S&P says there’s a 50-50 chance it will downgrade the government's credit rating over the debt limit stalemate. Plus: Google reports blockbuster profits of nearly $7 ...

Bernanke Rules Out Extra Stimulus July 14, 2011 In a second day of testimony before Congress, the Fed chief says the government isn’t immediately pump more cash into the economy. Plus: End of the road for Borders bookstores?

Ask the Experts: Your Money, Your Questions July 14, 2011 Editors Jill Schlesinger and Jack Otter, and MoneyWatch blogger Ray Martin discuss choosing a new credit card, banishing student debt, buying a Porsche and missing out on a free lunch.

Should Your Portfolio Include Gold? July 14, 2011 It’s not a bad idea to own some gold or other commodities, says Jill Schlesinger.  She explains how much you need, and which types of investments are best.

The National Debt: What Happens if a Deal ... July 14, 2011 Jill Schlesinger takes us through the scenario, and it isn’t pretty.

Jobless Claims Drop July 14, 2011 First-time unemployment claims fall to 405,000, the lowest level in almost 3 months. Plus: Borders bid falls apart, raising the likelihood of a chain-wide shutdown.

Bernanke Says Fed Would Consider More Economic ... July 13, 2011 In testimony before Congress, the Fed chief said he would consider a third round of bond buying to keep interest rates low. Plus, News Corp. has abandoned its plans to purchase broadcaster BSkyB.

Netflix Pricing Change Draws Backlash July 13, 2011 Customers with DVD-plus-download packages face a 60% price increase. Plus: Fed chief Ben Bernanke set to face Congress today.

Bernanke Set to Testify Today July 13, 2011 Congress will likely ask the Fed chief about the ongoing debt-ceiling discussions and the risk of default. Plus: Banks drop savings bond sales.

Warren Buffett Invests Like a Girl July 13, 2011 Most women share an important trait with Warren Buffett: they are better investors than the average man.  Author LouAnn Lofton tells Jill Schlesinger what makes female investors so ...

Obama on the Latest Debt Ceiling Debates July 13, 2011 CBS Evening News anchor Scott Pelley talks to President Obama about the debt ceiling debate and the partisanship surrounding it.

Europe Worries Weigh on Markets July 12, 2011 Greece is still waiting for European banks to confirm its rescue deal; now Italy may need help managing its debts. Plus: News Corp. announces a stock buyback.

New Report: 1 of 4 Workers Borrow from 401(k)s July 12, 2011 There can be advantages to taking a loan from your 401(k) plan. Ray Martin explains the pros and cons of tapping your retirement account for cash.

Still No Debt Ceiling Resolution July 12, 2011 President Obama tells lawmakers that daily meetings will continue until a debt reduction deal is in place. Plus: An analysis of last weeks jobs report suggests only 58.2% of Americans have a ...

Europe Worries Sink Stocks July 11, 2011 Key indexes fall as investors worry that Greece’s debt crisis could spread to Italy, one of Europe's largest economies. Plus: Shares of News Corp. fall about 5% as it struggles to deal ...

Affordable Summer Activities for Kids July 11, 2011 Read more: Last Chance to Snag a Camp Deal The benefits of procrastination — some camps are actually offering deals as they try to fill up their late summer sessions.

Business as Usual if No Debt Deal? Not Exactly July 11, 2011 Chris Wragge talks to CBS News business and economics correspondent Rebecca Jarvis about the economic impact if a debt ceiling deal cannot be reached.