Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Oil futures end lower on Spain worries

MARKETWATCH FRONT PAGE

Oil futures decline after investors worry about rising bond yields on Spanish debt and elections in Greece result in a modest victory for the pro-austerity New Democracy party. See full story.

Euro below $1.26; focus turns to Spain from Greece

The dollar rises against the euro, with the shared currency sliding below $1.26 and reversing an initial positive reaction to indications a pro-bailout, pro-euro-zone government will preside in Greece. See full story.

Microsoft wants a memorable Monday

Software giant is mum about �major� announcement, and speculation is growing about a tablet, but would that be the boost company is looking for? See full story.

Oracle exec�s IMs create stir; shares slide

Business-software company�s stock suffers as analysts speculate about the potential fallout from a veteran executive�s controversial messages, blasting Oracle�s hardware business and top exec Mark Hurd. See full story.

Groupon shares rally following analyst upgrade

Morgan Stanley analyst raises rating to outperform, sees daily-deals company benefiting from acquisitions and better services. See full story.

MARKETWATCH COMMENTARY

This story is what�s happening across the United States, as daily newspapers cut back to stay alive, writes media columnist Jon Friedman See full story.

MARKETWATCH PERSONAL FINANCE

When it comes to IRAs, timing is everything. Robert Powell looks at five rules that could derail your retirement-savings plans. See full story.

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