6 tips on managing your 401(k) plan effectively

The run-up in stock prices this year could tempt even the most hands-off investor to wade into their 401(k) and make some changes. 1369352376

Campbell buying Plum Organics baby food maker

Campbell Soup said it's buying Plum Organics, which makes food for babies and kids, for an undisclosed amount as it looks to move into faster-growing categories.

FILE - In this Thursday, May 2, 2013, file photo, Trader John Liotti works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. Japanese stocks plummeted Thursday May 23, 2013 after a spike in government bond yields and unexpectedly weak Chinese manufacturing spooked investors sitting atop months of massive gains in share prices.

US equities sell-off goes on; futures slump

The momentum of a late sell-off on Wall Street carried over into a second day, sending U.S. futures and global stock markets into retreat. Photo Gallery Available

Big stores nix credit card settlement, file suit

Some of the country's largest retailers, including Target Corp. and Macy's Inc., on Thursday filed a lawsuit against MasterCard and Visa, rejecting a settlement reached last year over alleged fee-fixing.

Kerry Kennedy, farmworker protest Wendy's in NYC

Kerry Kennedy has joined farmworkers protesting outside Wendy's shareholder meeting in New York City.

Joseph Lawler, right, works with fellow traders on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange Thursday, May 23, 2013. Stocks fell in early trading, extending a sell-off that began Wednesday afternoon, after Chinese manufacturing unexpectedly contracted and on concern that the Federal Reserve may ease back on its stimulus program.

US stock market recovers most of an early loss

Stock prices are slightly lower at midday on Wall Street after manufacturing contracted unexpectedly in China this month. Photo Gallery Available

Sales gains lift Dollar Tree's 1Q profit 15 pct

Discount retailer Dollar Tree Inc. said Thursday that its net income increased 15 percent in the first quarter as consumers spent more at its stores, which sell goods for $1 or less.

Marathon Oil says talks end on possible stake sale

Marathon Oil said Thursday that talks on a potential sale of part of its stake in the Athabasca Oil Sands Project in Canada have ended.

Pepper your wardrobe with 'Gatsby' glitz for less

Baz Luhrmann's big screen adaption of "The Great Gatsby" is shining a spotlight on Roaring Twenties glam fashions, from drop-waist dresses and head scarves to crisp bow ties and spectator shoes. But you don't need a wallet the size of Jay Gatsby's to get the look. Photo Gallery Available

Shareholder adviser firm paying $300,000 fine

A prominent firm in the business of advising big shareholders on how to vote in elections for company directors is paying a $300,000 fine to settle federal civil charges of failing to protect clients' confidential voting information.

Say on pay: Shareholders rarely reject CEO pay

Big U.S. companies are required to offer their shareholders a "say on pay" vote - essentially, a chance to weigh in on whether they think the CEO and other top executives are getting paid too much.

GM aims new Chevy Cruze diesel at Volkswagen Jetta

The marketing people at Chevrolet make no secret of the goal for the new diesel version of the Chevrolet Cruze: Take sales from Volkswagen.

J&J expects 10-plus new drug applications by 2017

Johnson & Johnson is developing what could eventually be game-changing treatments for depression and pain, and it's aiming to apply for approval of more than 10 new medicines by 2017, executives said Thursday during a review of the health care giant's medicine business.

Wheat gains on overseas demand

The price of wheat rose by the most in two weeks Thursday after the U.S. government reported strong demand for the grain from overseas buyers.

Snapple co-founder Leonard Marsh dies at 80

Leonard Marsh, the co-founder of the Snapple beverage brand, has died at age 80.

Oil tracks gains in stocks, erases early losses

An afternoon recovery in U.S. stock markets helped oil reverse early losses Thursday.

Rue21 agrees to go private in nearly $1B deal

Clothing and accessories company Rue21 has agreed to be taken private in nearly $1 billion deal with private equity firm Apax Partners.

Money market fund assets rose to $2.601 trillion

Total U.S. money market mutual fund assets rose $19.53 billion to $2.601 trillion for the week that ended Wednesday, according to the Investment Company Institute.

ECB's Draghi: 'Imperative' to set up new bank body

European Central Bank President Mario Draghi said it was "imperative" that Europe's leaders create a new agency with powers to restructure busted banks in order to help the region leave its economic and financial crisis behind it once and for all.

News Summary: J&J predicts surge of new medicines

BIG PLANS: Johnson & Johnson says it's poised by 2017 to seek regulatory approval for a dozen new medicines and two dozen variations of existing ones.

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