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Is China actually bankrupt?
The nation has erected a complex system for magically making its debts disappear, but a look up China's sleeve shows that its IOUs may equal its GDP.

Why every nation cooks its books
As we see with Greece, lying can be a recipe for disaster. But for politicians, the advantages of deception far outweigh any rewards for honesty. (And are we ready for the bitter truth?)

The No. 1 key to long-term investing
Let the profitability of a company's investment in itself guide your stock picking. For an example, look at how McDonald's matches up against its competitors.

MSN Money Articles

It's do-or-die time for TiVo
A big win in a patent dispute may give the company the leverage it needs to return to prominence in the DVR market that it pioneered.

How to profit in the currency market
To come out ahead, traders must accurately assess 3 key factors that affect the US dollar's value and manage risk accordingly.

Is China actually bankrupt?
The nation has erected a complex system for magically making its debts disappear, but a look up China's sleeve shows that its IOUs may equal its GDP.

Are you owed a share of $33 billion?
State treasuries and other agencies are holding on to long-forgotten bank accounts, utility deposits and more. Here's how to find money that belongs to you.

The right credit cards for right now
As you get older and your finances improve, it might be wise to change your credit choices. Use these tips to pick the best credit cards for your life stage.

Still down? It may be time to take a loss
With a yearlong rally, it's time to admit some investments are losers, sell them and move along. Hanging on just to 'get even' can cost you dearly.

Amazon vs. Apple: Battle of the books
With its new iPad, Apple is taking aim at Amazon's core business and its Kindle book reader. Can the 'e-tail' pioneer keep up as books, music and movies go all-download?

Gates no longer world's richest man
Mexico's Carlos Slim Helú takes the No. 1 spot on Forbes' annual list of billionaires as the number of 10-figure titans swells to more than a thousand.

8 sneaky ways to raise taxes
Politicians aren't ready to admit that, before long, taxes are going up on most Americans. Here are some of the areas where governments will try to raise money.

5 money books worth every penny
Hot off the presses: Smart, fresh (and sometimes unorthodox) advice on how to invest, when to buy a home and how adult children can take care of aging parents.

Job market creates reluctant retirees
As the unemployment rate for older workers rises, discouraged job seekers are giving up on finding work and calling themselves retired.

How rich friends make you feel poor
Why do we find it so hard to admit to a friend -- somebody who knows and accepts us -- that we live with financial constraints? Also: Ideas for handling the problem next time.

Buffett may be your best investment
A $10,000 stake in Berkshire Hathaway in 1964 would have grown to $80 million during the Oracle of Omaha's tenure. Indexes and mutual funds are far behind.

How to trade cold, hard cash
Traders are drawn to the foreign exchange market for its volatility and the opportunity to capitalize on rising and falling markets. Risk management techniques are essential.

Is your retirement fund leaking?
Frequent trading by fund managers can inflate costs that aren't reflected in the numbers most investors watch. That's money from your retirement kitty.

Why every nation cooks its books
As we see with Greece, lying can be a recipe for disaster. But for politicians, the advantages of deception far outweigh any rewards for honesty. (And are we ready for the bitter truth?)

Save like the rich and famous
In a down economy, how are the wealthy protecting their money? Let the same advice they are receiving guide you through these hazardous financial times.

Lessons of a $618,616 death
Two years after her husband's death and almost 10 years after his cancer diagnosis, a woman examines the wrenching emotional and financial costs of keeping him alive.

10 stocks to watch this week
Upscale apparel and shoe retailer Nordstrom appears on a MSN Money list of recommended stocks. Here are StockScouter's best investment ideas.

Foreign versions of our coming crisis
Greece and the United Kingdom are suffering a dire funding problem that is headed for US shores.

Credit card debt: How to cut a deal
More than ever, credit card companies are ready to negotiate with borrowers who are in over their heads. But know your options before you commit.

How much does the national debt matter?
Economists disagree about its economic impacts. But the federal debt must ultimately be repaid via a combination of higher taxes and spending cuts.

Start investing with just $100
Faced with a dizzying array of investment options, deciding where to put your money can be daunting. But starting small doesn't mean it won't pay off big.

MSN Investment Ideas

It's do-or-die time for TiVo
A big win in a patent dispute may give the company the leverage it needs to return to prominence in the DVR market that it pioneered.

How to profit in the currency market
To come out ahead, traders must accurately assess 3 key factors that affect the US dollar's value and manage risk accordingly.

Is China actually bankrupt?
The nation has erected a complex system for magically making its debts disappear, but a look up China's sleeve shows that its IOUs may equal its GDP.

Still down? It may be time to take a loss
With a yearlong rally, it's time to admit some investments are losers, sell them and move along. Hanging on just to 'get even' can cost you dearly.

Amazon vs. Apple: Battle of the books
With its new iPad, Apple is taking aim at Amazon's core business and its Kindle book reader. Can the 'e-tail' pioneer keep up as books, music and movies go all-download?

Gates no longer world's richest man
Mexico's Carlos Slim Helú takes the No. 1 spot on Forbes' annual list of billionaires as the number of 10-figure titans swells to more than a thousand.

Buffett may be your best investment
A $10,000 stake in Berkshire Hathaway in 1964 would have grown to $80 million during the Oracle of Omaha's tenure. Indexes and mutual funds are far behind.

How to trade cold, hard cash
Traders are drawn to the foreign exchange market for its volatility and the opportunity to capitalize on rising and falling markets. Risk management techniques are essential.

Is your retirement fund leaking?
Frequent trading by fund managers can inflate costs that aren't reflected in the numbers most investors watch. That's money from your retirement kitty.

Why every nation cooks its books
As we see with Greece, lying can be a recipe for disaster. But for politicians, the advantages of deception far outweigh any rewards for honesty. (And are we ready for the bitter truth?)

10 stocks to watch this week
Upscale apparel and shoe retailer Nordstrom appears on a MSN Money list of recommended stocks. Here are StockScouter's best investment ideas.

Foreign versions of our coming crisis
Greece and the United Kingdom are suffering a dire funding problem that is headed for US shores.

How much does the national debt matter?
Economists disagree about its economic impacts. But the federal debt must ultimately be repaid via a combination of higher taxes and spending cuts.

The hottest IPO of 2010: GM?
Thanks largely to Uncle Sam's generosity, the automaker has an excellent balance sheet and is on the road to competitiveness. Is it time for investors to hop on board?

Spring forecast: 100,000 jobs a month
All of the employment surveys point to improvement. Plus the average workweek is lengthening, and more part-timers are getting full-time work.

Wal-Mart's new problem: Its customers
The discount retailer, one of the recession's big winners, felt the pinch from belt-tightening consumers in its fourth quarter as sales at US stores fell for the first time.

Why you mustn't give up on stocks
If you've been burned by the stock market, wanting to bail is understandable. But that would be a mistake.

The No. 1 key to long-term investing
Let the profitability of a company's investment in itself guide your stock picking. For an example, look at how McDonald's matches up against its competitors.

50 stocks to buy in March
StockScouter, MSN Money's stock-picking tool, can help investors find companies capable of outperforming the broader market in the weeks ahead.

Get ready for higher interest rates
The Fed has made it clear: Rates are going up. There's no rush, but here are the portfolio moves you should make in gold, bonds and stocks.

Why the Fed won't stop printing money
Ben Bernanke can talk tough, but the economy would sputter if the cash stopped flowing. Also: The inflation or stagflation that's probably in our future.