U.S. stocks erase gains on confidence fall

MARKETWATCH FRONT PAGE

U.S. stocks erase opening gains after a measure of consumer sentiment fell in January. See full story.

As goes January, so goes the year?

As goes January, so goes the year? See full story.

S&P 500�s golden cross supports bull view

While a consolidation phase is underway, the U.S. markets� longer-term backdrop remains constructive. See full story.

Apple takes gamble on retail chief Browett

The appointment Tuesday of John Browett as head of Apple�s retail operations is a big vote of confidence in the Dixons Retail chief executive but something of a gamble for the U.S. electronics giant as it seeks to expand its retail network. See full story.

Florida: The $20 million primary

Florida may well end up being the most expensive primary ever as TV ad buys are expected to reach close to $20 million. See full story.

MARKETWATCH COMMENTARY

Instead of acknowledging that banks have become a part of government, we keep pretending they are private institutions, writes David Weidner. See full story.

MARKETWATCH PERSONAL FINANCE

What�s the State of Retirement in the U.S.? It�s plagued with problems involving Social Security, contribution rates and more that need fixing now. See full story.