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The bad news:

• Starbucks 4Q profit drops 97 pct on closure costs
• According to Nouriel Roubini, a New York University business professor who had correctly forecasted the current financial crisis, "There is going to be negative growth all the way to the end of 2009. The surprises from now are going to be on the downside, for the economy, for earnings, for the financial system."

The good news: Retailers are under a lot of pressure. Consumers will see a lot of good deals — look for the best deals before you spend your hard-earned money!

• Costco.com is offering 24 hour Fitness 2 Year Adult Membership Certificate for $289.99 . That’s $12/Month!