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Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2008

1. Buffett on Bond Insurers: Billionaire Warren Buffett, Berkshire Hathaway chairman/CEO, has some plans to resurrect the industry. 2. Rick Wagoner on GM Earnings: A look at the auto company's earnings with Richard Wagoner, General Motors chairman/CEO, and CNBC's Phil Lebeau. 3. Stop Trading, Listen to Cramer! Mad Money host Jim Cramer shares his stock picks, including a look at a U.S. car company, with CNBC's Erin Burnett. 4. SI's Swimsuit Success: A look at what it means to be on the cover of Sports Illustrated's swimsuit edition, with Marisa Miller, cover model; Mark Ford, SI president & CNBC's Darren Rovell. 5. Ackman on Buffett's Offer: William Ackman, managing member of Pershing Square Asset Management, discusses Warren Buffett's offer to back up the biggest bond insurers to the tune of $800 million. Paulson's "New" Housing Plan Just To "Save" Market And Investors? Treasury Secretary Hank Paulson revealed yet another version of the government's housing crisis package. But as Diana Olick blogs, the question remains whom it really helps—consumers or investors? Click here to view posting.

ECON DATA: Steve Liesman reports the retail sales numbers and explores what they mean for consumer spending. On Tuesday, Warren Buffett told CNBC that the middle and upper class are feeling the pinch in consumer debt. Will the numbers confirm Buffett's observations? EARNINGS CENTRAL/STOCKS TO WATCH: Mary Thompson reports earnings and analyzes the market's. Coca-Cola is the major company of interest Wednesday with earnings out around 700a ET. Daimler, John Deere and Genzyme are also releasing quarterly results. With the huge earnings reports flowing in, will good news halt the recent market downturn? VALENTINE'S INFLATION: With cocoa, gold and platinum trading at record highs and sizeable fuel charges built into flower prices, V-day Day 2008 will be one of the priciest on record. Now, retailers expect consumers to seek out quality over quantity. BIGresearch reports that 49% of consumers will spend on "experiences" and gift cards rather than traditional presents this year. Will Hallmark's win be Hershey's loss? Will Tiffany's and Blue Nile lose out on this $17 billion holiday? Who benefits from the "experience" gifts? Margaret Brennan reports. CLEMENS ON THE HILL: From the dugout to Capitol Hill: the steroids controversy goes to Washington. Roger Clemens and Brian McNamee are scheduled to testify in front of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee. The hearing is scheduled to begin at 10a ET Wednesday. America's waiting to hear how Clemens will handle the heat. Is all press, good press for baseball? Portfolio Watchlist Insider Trends Financial Glossary Stock Screeners Fund Screeners Earnings Screeners

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Michael Jordan Reveals Why Air Jordans Remain So Popular

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New Inside Nike Web Extras Watch Highlights of the Program Before the Premiere
Hear from Michael Jordan on why his sneakers continue to be a top seller. Watch as LeBron James discusses preparing himself to be better than his idol, Michael Jordan. Tiger Woods reveals the impact Nike had on his career.
	Tonight on CNBC... Your Exclusive Courtside Seats To An All-Star Business Story CNBC takes you inside Nike for an unprecedented look at this iconic brand's $16-billion empire. Plus, see how Nike designs its famed sneakers. It's the side of Nike you've never seen - from the drawing board to the factory floors to the store shelves. Featuring: Phil Knight, Michael Jordan, LeBron James, Charles Barkley, and Tiger Woods.
Stay Tuned Watch The Premiere of "Swoosh! Inside Nike" Tonight 10p/1a ET on CNBC
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Monday, Feb. 11, 2008

1. AIG's Control Issues: AIG is one of today's big losers, and CNBC's Mary Thompson & Charlie Gasparino have the latest. 2. Yahoo's Next Move: What's next for Yahoo, with Eric Jackson, Ironfire Capital; Kevin Landis, Firsthand Capital Management; and CNBC's Maria Bartiromo. 3. Bill Ackman: Bond Insurer Foe: Insight on who Bill Ackman is and what he is up to, with CNBC's Melissa Lee. 4. Realty Check: Buying a Home Now: Now might be a prime time to discuss home ownership, with Richard Gaylord, National Association of Realtors president and CNBC's Diana Olick. 5. Stop Trading, Listen to Cramer! Mad Money host Jim Cramer talks toys, energy, agriculture and a potential takeover tarket with CNBC's Erin Burnett. Yahoo: Just "Sober Up" And Take The Money Microsoft wants to buy Yahoo but the search company seems to be playing hard to get. Jim Goldman blogs on why Yahoo should swallow their pride and take the deal. Click here to view posting.

JORDAN'S EMPIRE: When Nike signed a deal with budding superstar, Michael Jordan, they stumbled upon the holy grail. Brand Jordan has become a colossus of its own, with Jordan shoes still outselling those of the stars of today, years after MJ left the spotlight. Darren Rovell looks at how Michael Jordan transformed Nike... and how his Air Jordan sneakers are still the gold standard. CREDITING BOND INSURERS: The subprime ripple continues as the newest causalities to surface are the bond-insurers. The Hudson Institute is hosting a conference "The Ongoing Credit Crunch: What's Next For Structured Finance, Credit Rating Agencies, and Bond Insurers?" with a panel featuring key players in the industry from James Chanos to Bill Ackman. Melissa Lee is live with the smartest in the boardroom as they discuss the future roles of structured finance, credit rating agencies, and bond insurers in the mortgage markets. Is it time for regulators to step in? GM EARNINGS: Restructuring never seems to end for the Big Three carmakers and General Motor's earnings are expected to reflect its transitional pains. Wall Street expects substantial declines, but the question remains: will investors continue to grip the wheel for the road ahead? RESCUE PLAN: Bank of America, Washington Mutual, Wells Fargo, JPMorgan Chase, Countrywide and Citigroup are scheduled to announce the program dubbed "Project Lifeline" in a meeting with Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson at 11a ET Tuesday. The plan is intended to identify seriously delinquent borrowers and halt any foreclosure process while working out a new payment scheme. Diana Olick monitors the announcement as six of the nations biggest lenders come together to lift homeowners from foreclosure. POTOMAC PRIMARIES: It's election day for both parties in Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia. With the Republican nomination all but official, the "Potomac Primaries" are vital for Obama and Clinton, currently locked in a near dead heat. John Harwood has the latest buzz from the trail, and how Hillary fares in her first election with her new campaign chief. Portfolio Watchlist Insider Trends Financial Glossary Stock Screeners Fund Screeners Earnings Screeners

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