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Deconstructing the Facebook IPO messupdated: Mon May 28 2012 09:16:00

Henry Blodget, Ron Geffner and Ali Velshi break down the problems around Facebook's stock debut.

Money Magazine: Want to invest in a startup?updated: Mon May 07 2012 09:33:00

Just got off the CNN Express, the mighty bus I ride to some of the less media-saturated parts of America, where concern about gas prices and frustration over Washington's ability to get much done are both running high.

Facebook-Instagram deal highlights Zuckerberg's hacker spiritupdated: Wed Apr 18 2012 17:31:00

If reports Wednesday are to be believed, one of the tech industry's biggest deals in recent history was hammered out almost exclusively by two 20-somethings over the course of what amounts to a long weekend.

Explain it to me: High gas pricesupdated: Mon Feb 27 2012 12:57:00

Are gas prices making you want to pull your hair out? CNN's Ali Velshi explains why we're to blame for high gas prices.

In Depth: Why the price of that tank of gas is going up, up, upupdated: Mon Feb 27 2012 12:57:00

On the surface, it doesn't make sense. Still hurting from the economic crash, Americans are driving less and buying more fuel-efficient cars. The United States is producing more of its own oil and natural gas than it has in a long time. Yet the price we pay to fill up our gas tanks keeps going higher. It's close to $4 a gallon in many parts of the country and climbing.

Deadly Christmas fire kills five peopleupdated: Fri Jan 06 2012 04:44:00

Investigators are searching for the cause of a fire that killed five people on Christmas day.. CNN's Ali Velshi has more.

College education is worth the priceupdated: Tue Nov 15 2011 14:33:00

Ali Velshi and Chrsitine Romans, authors of "How to Speak Money" on the value of a college degree.

East River topping its banksupdated: Sun Aug 28 2011 10:22:00

CNN's Ali Velshi is along the East River, where water is rising rapidly.

Ali Velshi on stock market fallupdated: Fri Aug 05 2011 00:12:00

Erin Burnett and Ali Velshi talk about why the world needs the American economy to be strong.

Next space age has a business model, astronauts sayupdated: Wed Jul 20 2011 18:21:00

As crew members of the last space shuttle flight hovered over Earth for the final time, they spoke with CNN Wednesday about the next frontier in space flight.

Where the jobs areupdated: Thu Jun 30 2011 09:54:00

Adecco's CEO, Tig Gilliam, tells Ali Velshi the best way to get a permanent job is to start with a temporary position.

CNNMoney: Ford's better idea: A 50% sales boostupdated: Tue Jun 07 2011 09:03:00

Ford Motor Co. will tell investors Tuesday that it will boost sales globally by 50% through increased production of small vehicles and the targeting of emerging markets.

CNNMoney: Ford plans 50% production boostupdated: Tue Jun 07 2011 07:54:00

Ford Motor Co. will unveil its plan to investors to boost sales by ramping up production on small vehicles and focusing on emerging markets, CNN has confirmed.

'The King's Speech' producer tells allupdated: Sun Feb 27 2011 19:09:00

Producer Iain Canning talks to CNN's Ali Velshi about the hit movie.

The cost of obesityupdated: Mon Dec 06 2010 11:50:00

More than 1/3 of Americans are obese, and it's affecting both their health and wallet. CNN's Ali Velshi reports.

Why gas is getting more expensiveupdated: Mon Dec 06 2010 08:10:00

November: Prices at the pump are rising thanks to a $600 billion move by the Fed. CNN's Ali Velshi is "Taking the Lead."

Should gold be the money standard?updated: Fri Nov 12 2010 09:40:00

CNN's Ali Velshi and Richard Quest debate whether the gold standard should be used to back monetary funds.

Happy Information Overload Day!updated: Wed Oct 20 2010 12:41:00

Put the BlackBerry on mute. Don't check your e-mail every time the pop-up box appears on your computer screen.

Car gets 100 miles per gallonupdated: Wed Oct 20 2010 09:24:00

CNN's Ali Velshi talks to the CEO of a company who won an award for creating a car that gets 100 miles to the gallon.

Gay councilman: We're not doing our jobupdated: Fri Oct 15 2010 17:34:00

CNN's Ali Velshi talks to the openly gay Texas councilman who's heartwrenching plea on bullying went viral.

World Cup ball dynamicsupdated: Thu Jun 10 2010 12:09:00

CNN's Ali Velshi takes a look at the new 2010 World Cup soccer ball.

Understanding oil plumesupdated: Mon Jun 07 2010 19:02:00

CNN's Ali Velshi talks to two fluid dynamics experts about what an oil plume really is and how it's created.

First lady's first tweetupdated: Mon May 03 2010 13:27:00

It was my first chance to spend some quality time at dinner with First Lady Michelle Obama, so I decided to do what my pal Ali Velshi would probably do in the same situation: get her hooked on Twitter.

Oil slick's impact on animalsupdated: Fri Apr 30 2010 17:46:00

CNN's Ali Velshi speaks to Zoo Atlanta's Sam Rivera about what happens to birds during and after an oil slick.

Teenage texters miss out on social cuesupdated: Wed Apr 21 2010 10:20:00

There's a new danger for teens who text too much. CNN's Ali Velshi takes a look at the impact of too much texting.

CNNMoney: Offshore drilling: Impact on Americansupdated: Thu Apr 01 2010 16:51:00

President Obama's plan, announced Wednesday, to expand oil drilling off the nation's coasts has the potential to lead to a slight easing in gas prices, more jobs and more money for cash-strapped government coffers.

Who will bring home Oscar?updated: Sun Mar 07 2010 19:15:00

CNN's Ali Velshi talks to CNN Producer Graham Flanagan about who should win and who will win at the Academy Awards.

'Superphone' takes on iPhoneupdated: Wed Jan 06 2010 09:49:00

CNN's Ali Velshi examines Google's Nexus One "superphone."

Velshi: Too early to know if jobs market is improvingupdated: Fri Dec 18 2009 12:12:00

Earlier this month, in an unexpected bit of good news, a Labor Department report showed a decline of just 11,000 jobs for November, far below any of the job losses posted over the last 23 months.

Manufacturing Jobs Return?updated: Mon Dec 07 2009 13:54:00

Manufacturers cut waste to keep jobs in the United States despite the economic downturn. Ali Velshi reports

Brighter signs in economy haven't boosted confidence or hiringupdated: Mon Nov 23 2009 12:50:00

Despite some signs that the economy is on the mend, a lack of confidence from consumers and companies alike may hamper job growth during the next few months, economists say.

Where are the jobs?updated: Mon Nov 23 2009 12:50:00

CNN's Kitty Pilgrim looks at whether jobs are being created with federal stimulus money.

Transcript of September 'Money Summit: Money & Main St.'updated: Mon Sep 21 2009 17:50:00

Anderson Cooper, Ali Velshi and the CNN Money Team hosted a special "CNN Money Summit: Money & Main St." Thursday night, September 17. Here's a transcript of the show:

Investing in tough timesupdated: Mon Sep 21 2009 17:50:00

CNN's Anderson Cooper and Ali Velshi speak with a panel of experts to ask where to put your money in a shaky economy.

Oil baron's wind farm project hits doldrumsupdated: Wed Jul 08 2009 15:15:00

Billionaire oil man T. Boone Pickens is shelving plans to build the world's largest wind farm.

Job hunting in a recessionupdated: Fri Jun 19 2009 12:54:00

CNN's Anderson Cooper talks to members of the Long Island Breakfast Club about job hunting during a recession.

Transcript of June 'CNN Money Summit: Money & Main St.'updated: Fri Jun 19 2009 12:54:00

Anderson Cooper, Ali Velshi and the CNN Money Team hosted a special "CNN Money Summit: Money & Main St." Thursday night, June 18. Here's a transcript of the show:

Transcript of May 'CNN Money Summit: Money & Main St.'updated: Fri Jun 19 2009 11:55:00

Anderson Cooper, Ali Velshi and the CNN Money Team hosted a special "CNN Money Summit: Money & Main St." Thursday night, May 14. Here's a transcript of the show:

Money Magazine: Give yourself a financial check-upupdated: Tue May 12 2009 04:59:00

Question: I recently saw a tool on a CNN show that allows you to give yourself a "personal stress test." Do you know where I can find it on the net? --Harlan, Madison, Wisconsin

Real stock rebound or a fool's rally?updated: Wed May 06 2009 12:08:00

If you've been afraid to check your portfolio or open your 401(k) statements in the past few months, now might be time to peek.

Signs of a comeback?updated: Wed May 06 2009 12:08:00

CNN's Lisa Sylvester reports on signs that the economy might be making a comeback.

Hints of recoveryupdated: Tue Mar 31 2009 09:40:00

Ali Velshi and panelists discuss the good news from Wall Street this week and how much the economy has improved this year.

CNNMoney: Geithner defends bonus actionupdated: Fri Mar 20 2009 06:53:00

Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner told CNN Thursday that his department, concerned that language about bonuses would not hold up to a court challenge, asked Sen. Chris Dodd to include an executive pay provision in the stimulus bill. The loophole allowed bailed-out insurance giant American International Group to pay out $165 million in bonuses.

Treasury secretary defends, explains response to crisisupdated: Thu Mar 19 2009 18:24:00

With the U.S. economy sputtering and controversy over AIG bonuses boiling, Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner has been in the spotlight lately.

Rachael Ray: Great food doesn't cost a fortuneupdated: Tue Mar 10 2009 02:14:00

On Monday's night edition of "Larry King Live," guest host Ali Velshi talked with TV cooking host Rachael Ray.

Rachael Ray can help youupdated: Tue Mar 10 2009 02:14:00

TV host Rachael Ray has shopping tips to survive today's economy. See the rest of the interview on tonight's Larry King Live.

Campbell on Limbaughupdated: Fri Jan 30 2009 21:25:00

CNN's Campbell Brown weighs in on Rush Limbaugh's comments in reference to CNN's Ali Velshi.

Commentary: A challenge to Rush Limbaughupdated: Fri Jan 30 2009 21:25:00

Thursday night on this program, we spent some time talking about Rush Limbaugh and a piece he had in The Wall Street Journal, arguing there should be more emphasis right now on tax cuts to help the economy.

Should you invest in gold?updated: Fri Jan 09 2009 06:31:00

CNN's Ali Velshi answers a viewer's question about investing in gold.

Excerpt: Kicking back in retirementupdated: Fri Jan 09 2009 06:31:00

Chances are your attitude toward retirement will be shaped by your age. In your 20s and 30s, the concept is likely to seem remote, something you know about but needn't pay much attention to. In your 40s, the idea probably starts to carry more weight. By your 50s, I'm told, retirement starts to seem like something pleasant that might actually happen to you.

Ali answers your questionsupdated: Thu Jan 08 2009 08:10:00

Ali Velshi answers calls on credit card settlement companies and investing during rough economic times.

Ali answers money questionsupdated: Tue Jan 06 2009 22:22:00

Sr. business correspondent Ali Velshi answers a listener's question on help for the middle class.

'Gimme My Money Back'updated: Mon Jan 05 2009 09:58:00

CNN's Ali Velshi discusses his new book, 'Gimme My Money Back' and a chapter on risk tolerance.

The Help Line with Ali Velshiupdated: Thu Dec 04 2008 11:52:00

CNN's Ali Velshi gives advice on how to boost your credit score on Prime News.

Ali Velshi answers your financial questionsupdated: Thu Dec 04 2008 11:52:00

The uncertainty of the economy is making almost everyone nervous about money. Some are wondering what will happen to their homes while others are terrified about never getting out of debt.

Citigroup bailoutupdated: Tue Nov 25 2008 06:29:00

President Bush defended the decision to bailout Citigroup. Was the bailout necessary? CNN's Ali Velshi reports.

Analysts: Bush, Obama not taking lead in righting economyupdated: Fri Nov 21 2008 17:06:00

As the United States writhes in a collapsing economy, analysts and observers are wondering: Who's skippering the ship?

Money crisis: Ask Ali 4updated: Thu Sep 25 2008 15:02:00

CNN Business Correspondent Ali Velshi answers viewer questions.

Velshi: Please, keep paying your mortgageupdated: Thu Sep 25 2008 15:02:00

Americans should not stop paying their mortgages even if their mortgage companies are threatened because "your home and your mortgage are not affected by the fact that your mortgage company may go out of business," CNN senior business correspondent Ali Velshi says.

Velshi: AIG bailout might work out well for taxpayersupdated: Wed Sep 17 2008 22:35:00

The U.S. Treasury Department will begin selling bonds Wednesday to help the Federal Reserve, which has had to loan out an unprecedented amount of money to businesses because of the credit crisis.

Levees impactupdated: Mon Sep 01 2008 15:51:00

Bob Anderson of the Army Corps of Engineers has the latest update on whether levees are breached.

Gustav, near landfall, could park over northeast Texasupdated: Mon Sep 01 2008 15:51:00

As Hurricane Gustav neared Louisiana's coast Monday morning, forecasters warned that the storm could stall over Louisiana and northeast Texas for several days, which would "exacerbate the threat of heavy rains and inland flooding."

Searching for new oil sourcesupdated: Fri Jul 11 2008 14:20:00

Ali Velshi reports from Fort McMurray in Canada's Alberta province, where the U.S. is searching for new sources of oil.

Finding a job 101updated: Thu Jun 19 2008 10:14:00

The clock is ticking for recent college grads to find jobs. CNN's Ali Velshi reports on what to expect in the search.

GM shutting 4 plantsupdated: Thu Jun 12 2008 11:00:00

CNN's Ali Velshi says gas prices are behind GM's decision to shutter four of its plants.

Billionaire oilman backs wind powerupdated: Mon Jun 02 2008 12:42:00

Billionaire oilman T. Boone Pickens is sinking billions of dollars into a new wind farm in Texas. It is likely to become the biggest in the world, producing enough power for the equivalent of 1.3 million homes. CNN's Ali Velshi asked the oil legend why he thinks wind could be the answer to this country's energy problems:

Oil's rapid riseupdated: Thu May 15 2008 07:19:00

CNN Senior Business Correspondent Ali Velshi looks at the jump in oil prices and how it is affecting companies like FedEx.

'Hairless prophet of doom'updated: Fri May 02 2008 19:23:00

Comedy Central's Jon Stewart calls CNN's Senior Business correspondent Ali Velshi a 'hairless prophet of doom.'

Oil prices still on the riseupdated: Tue Apr 29 2008 11:34:00

Sr. Business Correspondent Ali Velshi looks at why oil and gas prices continue to soar.

Rationing riceupdated: Thu Apr 24 2008 16:48:00

CNN's Ali Velshi explains why prices for rice, wheat and corn have skyrocketed.

Oil hits another record highupdated: Wed Apr 16 2008 01:19:00

CNN's senior business correspondent Ali Velshi tells us what's behind the spike in oil prices.

CNNMoney: Paulson to propose financial market overhaulupdated: Sat Mar 29 2008 09:14:00

The Federal Reserve would have the power to regulate virtually the entire banking and securities industry under proposals to be unveiled Monday by Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson, according to a summary of the proposals provided to CNN late Friday.

New plan to help homeownersupdated: Tue Feb 12 2008 20:14:00

The Treasury Department will unveil a plan for homeowners, even ones without subprime loans. CNN's Ali Velshi reports.

Fed slashes ratesupdated: Wed Jan 23 2008 10:48:00

The Federal Reserve slashed two key interest rates by three-quarters of a percentage point. CNN's Ali Velshi reports.

The 'R' wordupdated: Fri Jan 11 2008 17:50:00

A growing chorus of economists are saying that the U.S. is heading for a recession. CNN's Ali Velshi reports.

Housing market tanksupdated: Thu Jan 03 2008 14:39:00

CNN's Ali Velshi has the rundown of home values across the nation, from the lowest to the highest gains.

Significance of record oil priceupdated: Thu Jan 03 2008 11:07:00

CNN's Ali Velshi discusses just how significant Wednesday's record oil price really is.

What Works video archiveupdated: Mon Dec 17 2007 13:57:00

"What Works" examines businesses and individuals who have found the formula for success. Whether it be an idea or a product, this segment showcases these concepts and shows how they can impact daily life. 'Stock'-ing stuffers for kids Instead of toys, consider buying stock for the kids in your life. Company stock can be the gift that keeps on giving. Play video Social Lending CNN talks to the CEO of Virgin Money about the benefits of social lending. Play video Fair Tax facts Money Magazine's senior editor explains "Fair Tax," a national retail sales tax based on consumption instead of income. Play video Holiday tipping How many people do you need to tip during the holiday season -- and how much? Play video Recession fears CNN's Ali Velshi and Christine Romans talk to Anirvan Banerji of the Economic Cycle Research Institute. Play video Eco chic shopping More shoppers are eco shopping and retailers are trying to keep up with the

Inside a mortgage freezeupdated: Fri Dec 07 2007 17:51:00

Many factors will determine if borrowers qualify for a freeze on increasing mortgage rates. CNN's Ali Velshi reports.

Life After Work: Robert Rubinupdated: Thu Nov 08 2007 17:33:00

CNN's Ali Velshi has the story of the retired treasury secretary who leads the charge at LISC.

Recession fearsupdated: Wed Nov 07 2007 09:40:00

CNN's Ali Velshi and Christine Romans talk to Anirvan Banerji of the Economic Cycle Research Institute.

What works: Holiday Travelupdated: Thu Nov 01 2007 13:14:00

CNN's Ali Velshi discusses holiday travel deals with the senior editor of Fodor's Travel.

Fed cut and your moneyupdated: Thu Sep 20 2007 03:40:00

CNN's Ali Velshi looks at what today's fed rate cut means to the average consumer & homeowner.

CNNMoney: What Works: Mortgage meltdownupdated: Sun Sep 02 2007 22:17:00

What Works: Mortgage meltdown

Fight back Friday: Money-saving tipsupdated: Thu Feb 22 2007 15:13:00

Hundreds of JetBlue travelers were stranded for hours last week on parked planes. Additionally, more than 1,000 flights were canceled. Is the consumer powerless to do anything about it?

3-wheel scooter for the young and hipupdated: Fri Sep 22 2006 16:34:00

With gas prices going up, Italian scooter company Piaggio, most famous for its Vespa line of scooters, has seen sales of its bikes rise 20 percent in each of the past five years.

CNNMoney: Worker's mistake kills power in LAupdated: Mon Sep 12 2005 18:50:00

About 700,000 electric customers in Los Angeles lost power Monday afternoon after a worker mistakenly cut a wrong line, triggering a cascade of problems in the city's power grid, a spokesman for the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power said.

CNNMoney: Rhonda has reason to celebrateupdated: Mon May 16 2005 13:37:00

Quitting a good-paying, long-term job, even if you no longer like it, can be tough. Starting a business from scratch is even tougher.

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