Brands to Watch: Continental-United, Nadal, TI

• Former HP CEO Mark Hurd made his public Oracle debut today on the brand's quarterly earnings call.

• BlackBerry owner RIM's quarterly earnings saw a surge in profit but fewer subscribers than expected.

• Continental and United shareholders will vote on the merger tomorrow. American Express announces end-date for Continental's OnePass frequent flyer program.

• Fiat shareholders approve plans to separate businesses.

• Ford rises higher than any auto brand in the S&P 500.

• Ivana Trump sues to protect US trademarks.

• Kraft CEO sees recovery happening slower than expected.

• In a blow to Microsoft, Verizon Wireless won't sell the Windows 7 phone at launch.

• Rafael Nadal challenges Roger Federer for endorsements post-Grand Slam.

• Texas Instruments will buy back $7.5 billion in shares and raise its dividend.

• TOMS Shoes reaches the 1 million mark.