Market News:

Brown-Forman Troubled By Tequila

The liquor maker was hurt by a $22 million charge related to its agave plants.

China Nabs Gold In Iraq Oil Race

China National Petroleum Corp. made headlines by securing a $3 billion oil services deal with the country.

Strong Brands Yield Strong Sales

Retailers who rely on brand recognition are more effectively weathering the economic storm.

MBIA Picks Up FGIC's Slack

The bond insurer will reinsure some of FGIC's assets, raising its own capital base.

U.S. Mortgage Meltdown Slams Bank Of China

Bank of China was the most vulnerable of its peers, thanks to the U.S. subprime mortgage crisis.

Gustav Pours On Energy Markets

But IEA and the U.S. Energy Department promise to cover any lost supply from the storm.

Retailers Mixed About Holiday Season

They continue to struggle domestically, but some remain hopeful about foreign sales.

Brown-Forman's Tequila Nightmare

The alcoholic drinks maker was hurt by a $22 million charge related to its agave plants.

Mitsubishi Wants A Bigger Piece Of Acom

The Japanese bank hopes to raise its stake in the consumer finance company to 40%.

Fleetwood Earnings Face A Landslide

Plummeting sales of motor homes hurt the recreational vehicle maker's profits.