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McDonald's says sales at its locations in the U.S. fell 3 percent last month. The world's biggest hamburger chain is blaming the drop on all of the severe weather we saw in January. The company's CEO ... more » McDonald's says sales at its locations in the U.S. fell 3 percent last month. The world's biggest hamburger chain is blaming the drop on all of the severe weather we saw in January. The company's CEO says the restaurant needs to try to stay relevant with its customers and promote its revamped Dollar Menu. Jill Wagner has the latest MoneyWatch headlines.« less

Newly married, or preparing to walk down the aisle? CBS MoneyWatch's Ray Martin says it's essential to sit down with your partner to talk about your finances. Here are the topics to discuss, and actio more » Newly married, or preparing to walk down the aisle? CBS MoneyWatch's Ray Martin says it's essential to sit down with your partner to talk about your finances. Here are the topics to discuss, and actions to consider.« less

The stock market rallied on Friday after the government’s monthly unemployment report showed solid growth in construction and manufacturing jobs. Also, Wall Street will be listening very closely to Ja more » The stock market rallied on Friday after the government’s monthly unemployment report showed solid growth in construction and manufacturing jobs. Also, Wall Street will be listening very closely to Janet Yellen, who will make her first appearance on Capitol Hill this week as head of the Federal Reserve. Alexis Christoforous reports.« less

In the current earning season, retailers have reported divergent results. The high end has been doing well, but those companies that cater to middle and lower income consumers have been struggling, an more » In the current earning season, retailers have reported divergent results. The high end has been doing well, but those companies that cater to middle and lower income consumers have been struggling, and that pattern is likely to extend to consumers. Economists note that this “two-tiered” recovery could hinder long-term growth. Jill Schlesinger reports.« less

The Labor Department reports weak job growth for January. Also, Charles Schwab is moving about 1,000 jobs out of San Francisco. Marlie Hall reports on that and the day's top financial stories. The Labor Department reports weak job growth for January. Also, Charles Schwab is moving about 1,000 jobs out of San Francisco. Marlie Hall reports on that and the day's top financial stories.« less

A drop in unemployment benefit applications pushed the stock market open higher and kids are demanding more allowance. Marlie Hall reports on the day’s top business and financial headlines. A drop in unemployment benefit applications pushed the stock market open higher and kids are demanding more allowance. Marlie Hall reports on the day’s top business and financial headlines.« less

A national drugstore chain wants to help people kick their smoking habit. CVS will stop selling cigarettes and other tobacco products by Oct. 1. The company's CEO says it's a move that will cost the r more » A national drugstore chain wants to help people kick their smoking habit. CVS will stop selling cigarettes and other tobacco products by Oct. 1. The company's CEO says it's a move that will cost the retailer about $2 billion in annual revenue. Marlie Hall has your MoneyWatch headlines.« less

Executives from Target and Neiman Marcus are on Capitol Hill testifying about recent cyber attacks against their stores. Congress is looking for new ways to keep personal credit card information safe. more » Executives from Target and Neiman Marcus are on Capitol Hill testifying about recent cyber attacks against their stores. Congress is looking for new ways to keep personal credit card information safe. Danielle Nottingham has the latest from Capitol Hill.« less

Microsoft veteran Satya Nadella has been named chief executive officer of the software giant. Nadella is only the third CEO in the company's history, following co-founders Bill Gates and Steve Ballmer more » Microsoft veteran Satya Nadella has been named chief executive officer of the software giant. Nadella is only the third CEO in the company's history, following co-founders Bill Gates and Steve Ballmer. Ballmer is retiring and Gates will step down as chairman and become a technology advisor to Microsoft. Alexis Christoforous has the latest MoneyWatch headlines.« less

With each stage of life comes new financial challenges. CBS MoneyWatch's Ray Martin has tips for paying back student loans, saving for retirement and more. With each stage of life comes new financial challenges. CBS MoneyWatch's Ray Martin has tips for paying back student loans, saving for retirement and more.« less