We knew it was Intel's plan to launch its Sandy Bridge or Core 2011 processors at CES, but leave it to Chipzilla to throw in some total surprises ahead of the show.

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While a total financial meltdown may not be in the cards, recent reports of slowing European economic growth could throw a damp towel on the nascent global stock resurgence.

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