The stock market paused from a four-day rally Monday and closed modestly lower after big consumer companies gave a cautious outlook for economic growth. The market, which has advanced on stronger economic signs, fluctuated after Lowe's Cos. and Campbell Soup Co. reported higher earnings but reminded investors that a ...

Home improvement retailer Lowe's (LOW) beat earnings this morning.  Guidance for the coming quarter was a bit... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

The stock market paused from a four-day rally Monday after big consumer companies gave a cautious outlook for economic growth. The market, which has climbed on upbeat economic signals, fluctuated after Lowe's Cos. and Campbell Soup Co. reported higher earnings but reminded investors that a recovery among consumers is ...

Lowe's 4th-quarter profit rises as company predicts stabilization in 2010, but 1Q view weakConsumers responded to Lowe's rebates for higher-priced items such as cabinets and countertops, a sign home owners are starting to consider bigger remodeling projects as the economy stabilizes. Modestly higher sales and cost cutting helped ...