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"Mixed ratings have been given to Facebook's stock by Wall Street analysts at the end of the 40-day quiet period after its IPO. Some have given it "Neutral" and others "Buy" ratings Wednesday."

"Consumer sentiment dropped in June to the lowest level since December as consumers are getting increasingly concerned about the staggering economic conditions. The gauge dropped to a final June reading of 73.2 from 79.3 in May, signifying the lowest level since December. "

"Brent crude plunged towards $96 a barrel on Monday mainly because of weak factory data from top energy consumer China that spurred caution. Brent crude dropped $1.45 to $96.35 a barrel while US crude went down $1 to trade at $83.96."

"The shares of Acme Packet Inc dropped 16 percent as it forecast quarterly results that fell far short of expectations, amid a broad selloff in the technology sector. It said that lower forecast was the result of continued weakness in its North American business."

"Reports that job openings increased in May after dropping in April eased concerns that the US jobs market is faltering. The Labor Department also said that confidence among small companies plunged in June. "

"Patriot Coal Corp has filed for bankruptcy protection as it was facing increasing pressures in recent months with demand for coal plunging to a 24-year low due to a shift to natural gas and milder winters, falling thermal coal prices, canceled customer contracts and rising costs for environmental liabilities. "