NEW YORK — Washington Mutual Inc, the largest U.S. savings and loan, said today it received a $7 billion capital injection from private equity firm TPG Inc and other investors.

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WASHINGTON — Pending sales of previously owned homes fell a bigger-than-expected 1.9% in February to the lowest level on record, according to a report from a real estate trade group today that pointed to more troubles in the beleaguered housing market.

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As a promotion, customers get a taste of Pike Place Roast with Starbucks’ free coffee offer.
Starbucks Corp. will start serving up a new “everyday” brew today, hoping the signature blend will […]

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