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Gift cards popular this year, but buyer beware

It’s the last full shopping weekend before Christmas, and gift cards are a big item again this year. But how are those cards impacting the retail sector and consumers? CNBC’s Sharon Epperson reports. • FULL STORY

• Christmas tree growers branching out

• Video: Apple Jack has surprising fans

• Video: Victoria's Secret scores online

• Motor home mania hits Louisville, Ky.

• Vaccine maker seeks faster production

• Theaters, movie execs bet on Harry

• Top-end houses losing some froth

• Has time expired for parking meters?

• Can Coke put sizzle back in its stock?

• ARCHIVE: More news from CNBC TV

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• Turning stocks in the red into green next year

• Rates on 30-year mortgages dip slightly

• Home loan applications at 11-month low

• What's the best way to set up a business?

• Even the tax man helping after Katrina

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• Cramer on 2005's economic picture
Dec. 22: "Today" show guest anchor David Gregory talks with CNBC "Mad Money" host Jim Cramer about the past year in finance — and previews how things might pan out in 2006.

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