Retailers Feeling Gutsy
National chains plan a huge number of store openings even though closures remain high.

A Retail Rebound? Hardly
Sales improved marginally in February, but consumers are still spending cautiously.

Employment Picture Not Good, But It's Been Worse
Behind the happy headlines, a generous adjustment, temp hiring and plenty more reasons to think U.S. employment still suffers.

Stocks Escape Early Doubts
Afternoon rally puts blue chips up on Procter & Gamble outlook. Dell drags down computer sector.

Rating The Retailers
Stocks to own as the nation's big stores prep for earnings season.