The following is a round-up of news likely to affect stock prices today: United Airlines ( UAUA ) and US Airways ( LCC ) appear to be in merger talks . A merger would create the nation's second-biggest airline, the Associated Press reported Wednesday, citing a source. The deal might be a straight stock swap. UAUA shares jumped nearly 9% and LCC soared over 18% in premarket trading. Many retailers are... Continue reading Stocks in the News: US Airways, Hot Topic, Forest Labs Stocks in the News: US Airways, Hot Topic, Forest Labs originally appeared on DailyFinance on Thu, 08 Apr 2010 07:50:00. Filed Under: Company News , Investing Permalink | Tweet this! | Comments