Shops, shufflers, and shade will play bit parts in the week of news that is waiting to happen.
Monday
These days, CMGI
Tuesday
If it's Tuesday, it must be time to check into the softer side of Sears Holdings
Kmart came into the marriage with plenty of baggage. It had filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy three years ago but had re-emerged as a high-flying stock on the strength of its real estate holdings. However, Sears hadn't been much of a catch either, with the way it was struggling at the register. As the merged company heads into the critical holiday season, how well it performed in the latest quarter may take a back seat to the retailing giant's projections of how it sees the potent current quarter shaping up.
Wednesday
Yes, Toro
Thursday
The symbolism is rich when a company that thrives on shuffling steps up to play its earnings card. Shuffle Master
Friday
That long line of kids -- and kids at heart -- snaking around the multiplex? Blame Narnia, bub. Disney
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Longtime Fool contributor Rick Munarriz recommends windshield wiper fluid when trying to look forward. He does own shares in Disney. The Fool has a disclosure policy. He is also part of theRule Breakersnewsletter research team, seeking out tomorrow's ultimate growth stocks a day early.