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The Oracle of Omaha stepped away from previous practices by investing in NRG Energy, but a handful of other utilities meet the investing criteria of my gurus.

Speculation about a move to boost China's economy means it's time to cash in my short position on that market for a profit. I'm also going long China's currency, the yuan.

Whether you need food, transportation, medical care or even just a little cash, you can find the help you need -- and deserve -- through dozens of local and online outlets.

You might save money if you let your insurer add a device to your car that monitors how and how far you drive. But beware: It could backfire on you.

The modest rally comes as Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac slump deeply and investors bet the Treasury will take over both. Crude moves higher; Goldman Sachs still expects oil to end 2008 at $149. Hewlett-Packard tops the Dow. Is China gambling with Macau's casino operators?

Despite the troubling economy, this young millionaire's produce company is ripe for profits.

What brings this entrepreneur success is letting consumers sample his pet food product for free.

This young entrepreneur found success by tapping into an unmet Hawaiian market: upscale vacation services.

These two entrepreneurs developed a way to connect employees and customers through community software.

This company has been through the wringer and come out on top.

How this young entrepreneur grew his basement-housed clothing startup into a multi-million dollar retail and online community business.

Maria Peevey used the power of big retailers to take her business to the next level.

Darren Kimura traded in his surfboard for a booming renewable energy business.

This young millionaire aimed for better allergy barrier bedding.

High standards have helped this tutoring business become a celebrated franchise.