(AP:CHICAGO--) (BUSINESS WIRE) _ Oct. 06, 2008--Zacks Equity Research highlights ConocoPhillips (NYSE: COP) as the Bull of the Day and Marriott International (NYSE: MAR) as the Bear of the Day. In addition, Zacks Equity Research provides analysis on Sanof

TOLEDO, Ohio – Evoking the spirit of “Joe the Plumber” near his hometown in this pivotal state, Sen. John McCain yesterday cast himself as the guardian of middle-class workers and small-business owners who fuel the economy.

Recent financial news from the stock market, the world economy and government bailouts have just about everyone perplexed regarding what financial institutions are strong, which ones are in trouble and which ones will remain standing after the mergers and

Northwest Arkansas- Nationally, the news about the economy is dismal. But there is some good news if you live in Northwest Arkansas. In many cities, sales tax collections are up. In some cases, way up.

By: John Browne Senior Market Strategist, Euro Pacific Capital, Inc. The announcement of a massive stimulus package of almost $600 billion shows that China means business not just in reviving, but also in rejuvenating its economy.