Big Layoffs at Lockheed Martin July 05, 2011 The defense contractor has announced 1,500 job cuts at its airplane construction facilities. Plus: New lawsuits claim big banks ignored binding agreements on mortgage modifications.

Keeping Your Finances Simple During the Summer July 05, 2011 Jill Schlesinger gives three tips for making your financial life easier.

Wall Street Calms Double-Dip Fears July 05, 2011 Rebecca Jarvis spoke with Chrystia Freeland, editor of Thomson Reuters Digital, on the best week Wall Street has seen in two years and what it means for the economy.

Economic Report Card Shows Hope July 05, 2011 Erica Hill talks to CBS Business and Economics Correspondent Rebecca Jarvis about how the economy looks for the second half of 2011.

Stocks Rise on Manufacturing Boost July 01, 2011 Investors cheer a boost in factory orders, sending the Dow more than 100 points up for the fourth time this week. Plus: Zynga prepares for a $1 billion IPO.

Corporate Jet Industry Fighting Back July 01, 2011 The private jet industry is fighting back after an Obama proposal to eliminate a tax break that helps companies buy corporate jets. Plus: Big recall for Hamilton Beach toasters.

No End in Sight to Debt Ceiling Stalemate July 01, 2011 CBS News senior White House correspondent Bill Plante reports on the latest from the ongoing debt ceiling showdown between President Obama and Republican leaders.

Corporate Jet Industry Battling Obama Plan July 01, 2011 The president has proposed eliminating a tax break that helps companies buy private jets. Plus: Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner says he’s staying put for now.

Products Born in the USA June 30, 2011 Read more: 10 Great American-Built ProductsYou may be surprised to know that 20 percent of global manufacturing takes place in America. Here are some of the best products made here.

Greece OKs Final Cost Cutting Measure June 30, 2011 Stocks rally on news that the embattled government will be able to secure emergency loans and avoid bankruptcy. Plus: New blow to McDonald’s and KFC.

Government Ends QE2: Who Cares? June 30, 2011 Ben Bernanke and the Federal Reserve have been working to boost the economy. But as Jill Schlesinger discovers, few people can explain what they’ve done or how it's helped.

Little Change in Jobless Claims June 30, 2011 New applications for benefits ticked down just 1,000 this week, suggesting that the labor market is still stagnant. Plus: Americans now more pessimistic about economy.

Fewer Beach Days Hurt Local Business June 30, 2011 Erica Hill talks to CBS News business and economics correspondent Rebecca Jarvis about the state of beaches in the U.S. and how increasingly frequent closures are hitting local economies.

Plouffe: Defaulting Could be ... June 30, 2011 Rebecca Jarvis talks to Senior White House Advisor David Plouffe about the Congressional stalemate over the debt ceiling debate.

Home Prices up in Most Major Cities June 30, 2011 CBS News correspondent Dean Reynolds reports that home prices in most major cities rose in April, and CBS News business and economics correspondent Rebecca Jarvis puts the numbers in perspective.

Ask the Experts: Credit Cards, Student Debt ... June 30, 2011 MoneyWatch blogger Ray Martin joins editors Jill Schlesinger and Jack Otter to help viewers reach their financial goals of paying down debt, investing wisely, and more.

Greek Protesters Riot After Parliament Vote June 30, 2011 Lawmakers approve an austerity measure that clears the way for Greece to get emergency funding assistance. Plus: Another big recall for Toyota.

Fed Limits Debit Card ... June 30, 2011 After lobbying Congress, banks won a concession on debit card transaction fees paid by merchants, roughly doubling the proposed amount in the 2010 reform laws. Jill Schlesinger advises consumers ...

Obama: No Tax Breaks for Big Oil or Super-Rich June 29, 2011 The president says the GOP needs to work with Democrats to come up with a deficit reduction plan and raise the debt ceiling. Plus: A planned stock exchange merger falls apart.

Need a Summer Job? June 29, 2011 The paycheck’s nice, and a job can teach students some important real-world money skills. Ray Martin tells you how to find employment this summer.