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Need an Economic Barometer? Check These Four Indicators

Some days, the economy's dips and rises rival Coney Island's Cyclone. Here are four unusual indicators of recession and revival.READ»

Cosmoprof in Vegas

The 25,000 beauty professionals at this mega makeup meet will have to slap on a brave face. Though the cosmetics sector stayed pert in previous recessions -- lipstick sales rose 11% just after 9/11 -- this slump is having an ugly ...READ»