First-half stock fund gains, market-moving data and Best Buy's mall strategy

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August 9

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Lots of market-moving numbers coming next week Next week will have plenty of news for the markets to digest. Stock funds score solid gains in first half Health and biotechnology funds were the leading sectors, jumping an average 20.8%. Ask Matt: Will Best Buy's mall-like plans help? Best Buy looks to turn physical stores into an advantage, and source of cash. ADVERTISEMENT

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