Oracle lifts Nasdaq as options expiration arrives

The Nasdaq rose on Friday after reassuring earnings and an upbeat outlook from Oracle, with the broader market flat as the traditional trading volatility...

Bank of America's Profit Mainly Due to Recent Deals..

The company's profits came mostly from Merrill Lynch, the investment bank it purchased in the fall with financial aid from the federal government.

Revenue from trading in financial products, including corporate debt and securities, has driven the renewed profitability of most large banks in the first quarter, even as retail banking operations continue to struggle.

Tech earnings reports this week: Show me recovery

Money CNN: IBM, APPLE, YAHOO, MICROSOFT..

As four leaders report earnings this week, analysts say they expect headwinds and will look for how the companies plan to grow when the economy recovers.