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Viacom says its net income and revenue grew in the latest quarter, handily surpassing Wall Street's expectations thanks to the strength of MTV, Comedy Central and other networks....

The mortgage-finance company warned that foreclosure delays could lead to higher costs, as it asked the Treasury to provide a $2.5 billion infusion.

AOL's earnings more than doubled amid gains from asset sales, though ad revenue dropped 27%. CEO Armstrong said AOL is on the path to recovery, with much of the revenue declines "self-inflicted."

Freddie Mac posts $4.1 billion loss for third quarter, seeks additional $100 million in aid.

Pharmaceutical giant Pfizer Inc. says revenue in the third quarter jumped 39 percent due to its acquisition of fellow drugmaker Wyeth, but hefty charges dragged its profit down 70 percent.