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MARCH 8, 2010
Bloomberg BusinessWeek commissioned researcher YouNoodle to
rank the performance of angel investors
MARCH 8, 2010
The search giantıs wealthy current and former employees are helping to fund hundreds of innovative new companies
MARCH 8, 2010
With the country's market soaring, Russian billionaires are opening their wallets—and planning their legacies
MARCH 5, 2010
A survey by consultancy A.T. Kearney finds that China remains the most
popular destination for foreign investment, with the U.S. and India right
behind and Brazil and Poland climbing
MARCH 1, 2010
Learn how some smart companies keep their customers satisfied
FEBRUARY 22, 2010
Some big-time corporate directors now earn in the millions for serving on boards. On the other hand, itıs a harder job than it used to be
FEBRUARY 15, 2010
While many metals have lost their luster, platinum and palladium are poised to shine this year.
FEBRUARY 1, 2010
James Cameron has directed several blockbusters over the past quarter-century, including the two top-grossing films of all time, Titanic and Avatar.
FEBRUARY 1, 2010
U.S. stock performance in the year following the inauguration of a new President
JANUARY 28, 2010
As investors debate the merits of Apple's newest offering, Bloomberg BusinessWeek looks at how Wall Street has greeted hit products through the years
JANUARY 25, 2010
The global financial crisis may be over, but big bailouts have brought on a new crisis in sovereign debt. Here's a look at the debt levels of top countries
JANUARY 14, 2010
Philanthropy has been hurt by the economic downturn, but many of the most generous corporate foundations found ways to keep giving
JANUARY 7, 2010
Bloomberg BusinessWeek takes stock of the world's most famous
investor, Warren Buffett, as he enters 2010
DECEMBER 28, 2009
The year in review 2009
DECEMBER 13, 2009
Bloomberg BusinessWeek asks investing pros for their best stock
ideas for the coming year
DECEMBER 10, 2009
How does your 401(k) stack up compared with other plans in your industry? Read on to find out if yours is one of the best or one of the worst
DECEMBER 2, 2009
Ever since a rare Patek Philippe watch sold for $11 million in 1999, the horology market has been hot, even through the economic downturn
NOVEMBER 12, 2009
Here is a look at a group of retirees who have launched new careers, often motivated by a passion, on their own terms
OCTOBER 30, 2009
An annual list from the World Economic Forum finds that the U.S. has slipped to No. 3 and Britain has risen to No. 1 among 55 nations ranked by how financially developed they are
OCTOBER 29, 2009
It's getting harder to find stock bargains, but here BusinessWeek picks 25 that still look attractively priced even after the recent rally
SEPTEMBER 23, 2009
BusinessWeek looks at the performance of companies whose CEOs have scored the highest pay packages over the past 10 years
SEPTEMBER 11, 2009
The Lehman Brothers failure had a large cast of lead actors and supporting players. A year after the collapse, we take a look at some of those personalities and where they are today.
SEPTEMBER 11, 2009
Even before the Lehman Brothers bankruptcy, the recession was depleting the ranks of financial employees. Here's a look at some who found refuge as franchise entrepreneurs
SEPTEMBER 21, 2009
Even as some countries aim to fill their budget gaps by cracking down on corporate tax evasion, others offer low tax rates to lure corporate relocations
AUGUST 3, 2009
Piqqem.com lets users rate stocks and keep track of sentiment
JULY 23, 2009
BusinessWeek asked author Ramit Sethi to detail 10 smart financial strategies for young people
JULY 13, 2009
Many people work hard to enjoy a long, comfortable retirement. Here are 65 successful senior citizens who would rather keep working
JULY 13, 2009
We consult experts and regular folks about how they're managing their retirement plans in the downturn
JULY 13, 2009
You don't have to spend a fortune to retire—if you know the right
places to look. If you're planning for your golden years, check out these 50 destinations
JULY 2, 2009
Few portfolios escaped the wrath of the bear market. And most people either aren't saving enough or are too risk-averse to recoup losses
JUNE 30, 2009
BusinessWeek asked portfolio managers and analysts which consumer-focused stocks might find ways to exploit customer belt-tightening. Click ahead for their recommendations.
MAY 26, 2009
In a tough decade, which stocks have excelled?
MAY 20, 2009
In its annual ranking of the world's top economies, Swiss business school IMD finds the U.S. still No. 1, despite the downturn
MAY 11, 2009
25 Managers Training to Take Over the Corner Office
APRIL 28, 2009
As the Administration's economic plans crystallize, experts identify stocks that may benefit. Some of their picks may be surprising
APRIL 27, 2009
From Spain to Singapore, this could be the right time to pick up a property bargain
APRIL 7, 2009
BusinessWeek asked stock market pros which companies could not only survive these difficult times but deliver rapid growth to shareholders in future years. Here are their recommendations
MARCH 19, 2009
For years most Americans only regarded their income as the starting point for their annual spending. But now with credit tightening, people need to learn to live within their means. Read on to find out what you can—and can't—afford
MARCH 17, 2009
Here's a look at how company-sponsored plans are faring amid the stock market tumult
MARCH 16, 2009
Having watched 401(k) account values plunge, investors may wonder how their defined contribution plans measure up against others
MARCH 12, 2009
Bernard Madoff pleaded guilty on Mar. 12 to running a massive Ponzi scheme.
Here are photos from the Federal Courthouse in Manhattan
MARCH 11, 2009
Who's standing fast in the Wall Street storm? BusinessWeek uncovers 20 names that are trading near 52-week highs
MARCH 11, 2009
A look at some alleged financial scandals and frauds, from Charles Ponzi to Bernard Madoff
MARCH 5, 2009
BusinessWeek finds the 21 U.S. nonbank companies that banked the most cash in the most recent quarter. What do they plan to do with all that dough?
MARCH 2, 2009
Josephine Jiménez launched her Victoria 1522 Fund in October 2008 and ran fast to stay abreast of events
FEBRUARY 25, 2009
Where can investors go to find dividends that will survive the recession intact? Pros like these 24 names
FEBRUARY 13, 2009
Here are some warning signs that a company's dividend could be cut—and some outfits that may be forced to reduce their payouts
FEBRUARY 11, 2009
BusinessWeek surveyed top independent investment advisers for their best tips and strategies
FEBRUARY 11, 2009
BusinessWeek readers share experiences they've had with financial advisers
JANUARY 29, 2009
What the House version of the Obama stimulus plan means for each state
JANUARY 26, 2009
A regulatory revival is in the making. But tighter controls on business, just like reforms in other sectors, won't come without a struggle
JANUARY 22, 2009
Stocks That Warren Buffett Might Like
JANUARY 19, 2009
BusinessWeek has singled out 24 executives--some did a remarkable job of navigating stormy waters, while others managed to take a tough situation and make it worse
DECEMBER 29, 2008
U.S. investors are a stalwart bunch. They favor stocks and expect modest returns.
DECEMBER 29, 2008
Don't feel so glum. Plenty of smart people have lost their shirts in the slump
DECEMBER 29, 2008
Yes, emerging markets look scary. But they promise big rewards for bold investors
DECEMBER 29, 2008
Picks from investing experts
DECEMBER 29, 2008
Groups of experts weigh in on what lies in store after New Year's
DECEMBER 24, 2008
A look at the numbers across the U.S.
DECEMBER 23, 2008
Fund managers offer stocks poised to bounce back from 2008's losses
DECEMBER 17, 2008
Some Big Names with Big Losses
DECEMBER 15, 2008
Although 2008 was tough on nearly all investments, these picks caused irreparable damage to investor portfolios
DECEMBER 8, 2008
All major commodity groups—including energy, metals, and agricultural products—have declined over the last year. For some sectors, this brings prices back down to pre-bubble levels.
DECEMBER 4, 2008
A look at some big private equity deals that turned sour in 2008
DECEMBER 1, 2008
Losses in the current market slump, now more than a year old, are approaching the record 54% set in the plunge of 1932. So far, the financial sector has suffered the steepest peak-to-trough decline, while the consumer staples segment has fared best.
NOVEMBER 24, 2008
Federal funding for education and job training is likely to be a big focus of the Obama Administration, prodded by business leaders eager for a more competitive workforce. Adjusted for inflation, such spending is up 45% since 1998. Student-teacher ratios have shrunk. Poorer states tend to have lower graduation rates.
NOVEMBER 21, 2008
Governments around the world have committed a total of more than $2.6 trillion to bail out banks and jump-start growth. In addition, they have promised to guarantee $2.7 trillion-plus in loans
NOVEMBER 17, 2008
Earnings and revenues at many global giants are up this year. But profit expectations for the next quarter at S&P 500 companies have been falling, and more are cutting dividends. Adjusted for inflation, earnings per share have gained little over 10 years.
NOVEMBER 17, 2008
Top and Bottom of the Investing Heap
NOVEMBER 10, 2008
A state-by-state look at the 50 best places in the U.S. to raise children based on population, crime, culture, job growth, diversity, and cost of living
NOVEMBER 10, 2008
The explosion of bank borrowings from the Fed
NOVEMBER 7, 2008
Standard & Poor's selects the top-ranked names from its list of companies that have boosted dividends each year over the past 25 years
NOVEMBER 3, 2008
In these difficult times, it's easy to develop a bunker mentality. But for the bold, now is the time to be alert to opportunities
NOVEMBER 3, 2008
While plenty of people are postponing purchases these days, there are lots of good deals to be had. Here's are some we've discovered
NOVEMBER 3, 2008
The recession is hurting state budgets by reducing tax revenue while increasing demand for social spending. Meanwhile, state indebtedness has risen—and the credit crunch makes it tough to borrow.
OCTOBER 31, 2008
How Everyday Items Have Increased in Price
OCTOBER 27, 2008
Individuals who played big parts in the Crisis of 2008
OCTOBER 27, 2008
In times of market turmoil, analysts track volatility for any indication of where the market may be headed. The VIX, which measures the expected volatility of the Standard & Poor's 500-stock index, hit an all-time high on Oct. 10—the same day the S&P hit a 5%-year low—suggesting a chaotic outlook for the next 30 days.
OCTOBER 27, 2008
Some 28 U.S. stocks are trading for the amount of cash on their books. Here are 10 stocks trading at the greatest discount to their cash
OCTOBER 20, 2008
The Standard & Poor's 500-stock index has skidded 23.2% since Sept. 1, amid a major housing bust and a dramatic consumer credit freeze. And despite emergency actions from global central banks on Oct. 8, panicked investors have driven world markets into a nosedive as well.
OCTOBER 13, 2008
Consumer sentiment is worsening in the U.S. and Europe, which doesnt bode well for the rest of the world. Economies such as Japan and Italy are slowing to a crawl. A U.S. recession will hit nations that are big exporters to Americasome harder than others.
OCTOBER 6, 2008
Is it safe to venture back into the financial markets, or should investors hibernate? BusinessWeek's Lauren Young spoke with these financial experts to find out what moves they are making in their personal portfolios.
OCTOBER 6, 2008
The current crisis is often comared with The Great Depression.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2008
Now that Citigroup has bought Wachovia, these are banking's titans by assets, from Citi and JPMorgan Chase to Regions Financial and BB&ammp;T
SEPTEMBER 29, 2008
Breaking news on Wall Street has roiled the U.S. market in recent weeks
SEPTEMBER 29, 2008
A look at recent history reveals that an unchecked zeal to deregulate, combined with too-good-to-be-true financial stratagems, have led to a quarter-century of market turmoil
SEPTEMBER 24, 2008
Here are the top 25 companies for stock repurchases, and how their shares have fared, since the fourth quarter of 2004
SEPTEMBER 22, 2008
Consumer spending has held up surprisingly well in the U.S., with retail sales growing at an annual rate of 2% or more over the last year
SEPTEMBER 16, 2008
A bizarre cast of characters assembled outside Lehman Brother's New
York headquarters as workers quietly retreated
SEPTEMBER 15, 2008
A betting Web site gives Barack Obama the election edge, though John McCain leads in some key states where unemployment has risen since 2004. Stock market performance under previous administrations offers few clues as to how stocks will fare this time
SEPTEMBER 8, 2008
As the U.S. employment picture dims, layoffs are widespread and
hiring is down. Still, the education and health services sector is adding jobs, and government is growing as well.
SEPTEMBER 5, 2008
The biggest names from S&P's stock screen that mirrors the Oracle of Omaha's investing criteria
AUGUST 25, 2008
The November elections could bring big changes in defense policy. Here's what's at stake for defense contractors
AUGUST 20, 2008
Investing in growing midsize companies is one way to capitalize on global expansion trends. Here are some of the world's fastest growing midcaps
AUGUST 18, 2008
Companies in the Standard & Poor's 500-stock index appear on track to report their fourth consecutive quarter of falling earnings, mostly because of a decline in domestic profits, particularly in the financial and consumer-discretionary sectors.
AUGUST 8, 2008
After months of disappointment, small stocks have lately had a
great run on Wall Street. Here are a dozen top-performing microcaps
AUGUST 4, 2008
Here are 25 suggestions for cutting back on unnecessary spending—and saving more each month
AUGUST 4, 2008
Whether the U.S. is currently in a recession or faltering on the brink of one remains anybody's guess.
JULY 23, 2008
These big-time sports facilities are sponsored by giant financial firms, whose fortunes have varied as widely as the teams that play in their namesake stadiums
JULY 21, 2008
Masamichi Udagawa of Antenna explains the design of the new Bloomberg terminal, set up specifically to be more adaptable
JULY 16, 2008
These companies sport high dividend yields—and top rankings from S&P equity analysts
JULY 14, 2008
Socially responsible investing, such as avoiding tobacco, defense, or other stocks for ethical reasons, is increasing in popularity among individual investors. The assets of these funds hit $202 billion in 2007. In the recent downturn, their returns have declined less than the broader market's.
JULY 14, 2008
We examine six investment firms' percentages of bonds, stocks, cash, and other holdings, along with their one- and three-year returns
JULY 14, 2008
Retirees will need a stable pot of savings to counter fewer retiree health-care benefits and likely subpar investment returns. Participants in 401(k) plans are getting smarter and stashing less in company stock.
JULY 11, 2008
Experts tell homeowners what steps to take now to lower costs this winter
JULY 8, 2008
For socially responsible investment funds, good intentions don't always lead to high profits
JULY 8, 2008
Products made with petroleum are rising in price and poking bigger holes in consumers' wallets
JULY 7, 2008
Investors see housing prices headed sharply lower over the next year
JULY 7, 2008
A look at the 20 U.S. banks carrying the largest amounts in second-lien home equity loans
JULY 7, 2008
Many investors search out companies that are prospering right now, because they'll be off and running when the economy improves
JULY 7, 2008
A look at GDP and S&P 500 growth rates before and after U.S. voters elect their President
JULY 7, 2008
Children under the age of 15 make up just 20% of the U.S. population. Still, the country's fertility rate ensures that the population will continue to grow, boosting school enrollment through 2016. Even low-income families spend about $150,000 to raise each child—not counting college tuition.
JULY 2, 2008
Two Hershey bars or one share of Rite Aid? Two Starbucks coffees or one share of UAL? These decisions and more face a bear market and the people who may buy into it
JULY 1, 2008
The practice of betting on a downturn has been around for
decades. Take a look at 10 who have profited by it.
JUNE 26, 2008
Chicago came out on top in a survey of U.S. cities, judged on architectural heritage, public transit, and environmental sensitivity
JUNE 23, 2008
The personal savings rate in the U.S. is near zero, and gross national savings are low, too. Surprisingly—despite a weak stock market and declining yields—data show investors are still putting huge sums of cash into mutual funds
JUNE 20, 2008
A 401(k) is often a compelling factor for new hires. Here is how your company can set up a good retirement program
JUNE 20, 2008
Millions of acres of farmland may be under water, but some agricultural outfits stand to benefit as higher prices lead to demand for seeds, equipment, and fertilizer
JUNE 10, 2008
Not every financial institution has been smashed on the rocks in recent months. Take a look at some that have survived to sail another day
JUNE 9, 2008
With the economy continuing to grow and the yuan getting strong, Chinese players are becoming a bigger presence in deals abroad
JUNE 9, 2008
The reasons companies rose to the head of the Hot Growth pack are as diverse as the list itself.
JUNE 6, 2008
These top-ranked dividend-paying stocks are also expected by S&P analysts to rise in price during the next 12 months
MAY 28, 2008
Little companies get less attention from investors, but they can often provide handsome returns. Here are 21 top picks in the group from investing pros
MAY 26, 2008
Good ways to invest in the makers of dog food, coffee, eggs, gasoline, beer, and other everyday items whose prices are streaking skyward
MAY 22, 2008
A look at which big-name companies will—and won't—benefit as the rebate checks work their way into the U.S. economy
MAY 19, 2008
As the economy falters and wounded banks remain reticent about lending, problems are mounting at a host of companies.
MAY 12, 2008
Here are 16 stocks that expert investors believe could double in price
MAY 12, 2008
Undervalued, these shares should deliver outstanding returns
MAY 12, 2008
With lenders dropping out of the business due to credit-crunch stress, students and their parents should study up on these options
MAY 6, 2008
Inflation in the cost of staples affects consumers, businesses, governments, and investors. S&P examines how some companies are faring
MAY 5, 2008
As share prices continue to swoon, analysts say bargains can be found
MAY 5, 2008
The new breed has a lot more cash than its predecessors
APRIL 28, 2008
Which U.S. companies have lost the most value since the start of the stock market slide six months ago?
APRIL 18, 2008
A closer look at S&P's list of stocks with big cash hoards and top analyst ratings
APRIL 14, 2008
Outfits in Europe, Asia, and the U.S. are at the forefront of clean energy. Here are 11 names from across the globe
APRIL 14, 2008
A good way for investors who scavenge the market for bargains is to buy value-oriented mutual funds. Here are some worth looking at
APRIL 14, 2008
Dividend stocks can be safe havens in times of turbulent markets and recessions
APRIL 7, 2008
This year's list of the best performers is our most international to date
APRIL 7, 2008
A look at the top three companies in each sector
APRIL 7, 2008
Mutual fund investors are having a hard time finding any refuge from the market storm.
APRIL 7, 2008
The impact of the housing crash and accompanying economic slump is far from uniform. Western states have seen the sharpest declines in sales and prices of existing homes and the most repossessions. The Midwest is suffering pockets of high unemployment.
MARCH 31, 2008
These companies have disappointed investors for years. But each has a good chance of fixing its problems and bouncing back in 2008
MARCH 31, 2008
The storied investment bank goes from an all-time high to an all-time low
MARCH 31, 2008
A look at how different sectors of the economy have fared over the past year.
MARCH 26, 2008
Despite a slowdown in many other sectors, the technology industry may see a surge in mergers and acquisitions in 2008
MARCH 24, 2008
Here are some of the big ideas people are talking about as we find ourselves likely settling into a recession
MARCH 19, 2008
In the years when mortgage-backed securities boosted Bear Stearns, CEO Schwartz and other chiefs made tens, if not hundreds, of millions of dollars
MARCH 10, 2008
With the Visa public offering around the corner, here's a look at history's biggest stock market debuts
MARCH 5, 2008
From London to Sydney, rivalry amongst the world's leading financial centers has never been more intense
FEBRUARY 26, 2008
Institutional investors—many in New York—are sinking money into Web 2.0 companies, putting a squeeze on Bay Area venture capitalists
FEBRUARY 22, 2008
These 20 non-U.S. names rated "buy" and "strong buy" offer dividend yields higher than that of the S&P 500
FEBRUARY 18, 2008
Both U.S. factory orders and demand abroad have held up. But tighter lending standards may soon crimp spending. Companies are financing projects with debt because profits don't cover outlays. Tech stocks are falling on the weaker investment outlook.
FEBRUARY 15, 2008
A high IQ can help you pick stocks—Investability Quotient, that is. S&P uses its proprietary measure to pick 13 companies for you
FEBRUARY 5, 2008
S&P's latest screen uncovers names that match up with the Sage of Omaha's favorite investing criteria
FEBRUARY 4, 2008
Concerns about the credit crunch, a recession in the U.S., and its ripple effect on other economies are causing stocks to fall across the globe and stirring up volatility. Among the biggest global losers are U.S. bond insurers, while some foreign lenders are doing well.
FEBRUARY 4, 2008
How the Dow has fared during recessions—and the year following those recessions.
FEBRUARY 1, 2008
These CEOs are still worth a lot of money, but they've taken some pretty big hits from the market lately. Here are the biggest losers
FEBRUARY 1, 2008
Not everyone is hurting. Some CEOs have achieved significant gains in spite of the recent market turmoil
JANUARY 28, 2008
Think the cost of a movie ticket is inflated? Take a look at how much Super Bowl-goers have coughed up through the years
JANUARY 28, 2008
Sure, it pays off for the players, but the mega-sporting event also fills the purses of snackmakers, merchandisers, and especially the host network
JANUARY 25, 2008
Société Générale's $7 billion loss from a rogue trader in Paris joins a notorious list of fraudulent trades. Here's a look at some of the worst
JANUARY 24, 2008
S&P cherry-picks its elite list of companies that have hiked their dividends in each of the last 25 years for the top-ranked names
JANUARY 21, 2008
There are mounting concerns over an economic recession in the U.S. Unfortunately, there's no unambiguous leading indicator of economic downturns. If a recession does occur, a trend of moderating economic volatility since the mid-1980s suggests it will be mild.
JANUARY 21, 2008
Six gulf states control sovereign wealth fund assets of some $1.7 trillion. Here are the men who manage these funds
JANUARY 18, 2008
Here's a look at some of the past week's winners and losers, and the names to watch next week
JANUARY 14, 2008
As the price of crude hits record highs, consumers pay the price in ways obvious (like higher heating bills) and not so obvious (like pricier diapers)
JANUARY 14, 2008
Gold soared to $859 an ounce in midday trading on Jan. 2, above its highest-ever close of $850. But consider this: In 2007, gold rose less than corn or oil.
JANUARY 8, 2008
How could this year's Presidential contest influence key sectors and stocks? Experts weigh in on which will be helped or hurt by a Republican or Democrat
DECEMBER 31, 2007
While Private Equity Slumps Venture capital investments, which fund innovative businesses and technologies that can spark economic growth, are set to reach their highest total since 2001. While the credit crunch is squeezing private equity, VCs are investing more in fields such as energy. And with a strong IPO market, returns are still healthy.
DECEMBER 26, 2007
These stocks didn't just have a lousy 2007. They're caught in a long-term slide. What will it take for them to break out again?
DECEMBER 24, 2007
The number of mergers and acquisitions is significantly lower thanks to the credit crunch
DECEMBER 19, 2007
Seeing potential profit in financial misfortune is a hallmark of savvy investing, but the 2007 credit crunch has put the corporate bailout back in style
DECEMBER 17, 2007
Stockpicker Jim Cramer makes thousands of predictions every year. Here are some of his greatest hits and misses
DECEMBER 10, 2007
Five days, five sectors—and five of S&P's top stock picks each day
DECEMBER 10, 2007
Some pretty scary stuff happened this year, from the threat of $100 oil to a meltdown in the housing market. On the other hand, some great old rock bands, like the Police, got back together...
DECEMBER 10, 2007
Regional exchanges are seeing a surge in activity, as investors literally line up to take part in the recent boom
DECEMBER 4, 2007
S&P's list of the best and worst leveraged buyouts over the past few decades
NOVEMBER 26, 2007
Third-quarter profits fell 1%, but the damage was linked mainly
to housing, autos, and credit-market turmoil
NOVEMBER 19, 2007
A presence in China seemed to be the formula for success for this year's winners, which include a chain of for-profit schools and a maker of solar panels
NOVEMBER 19, 2007
A look at how 11 notable names that caught the public's fancy as the "next big thing" have fared
NOVEMBER 19, 2007
The Dow has both soared and swooned in recent months. So what are the go-to metrics telling us?
NOVEMBER 19, 2007
How to tell whether credit woes will—or won't—drag down the U.S. economy
NOVEMBER 16, 2007
The 50 most kid-friendly small towns and suburbs in the U.S.—where crime rates and cost of living are low, and schools, test scores, and cultural activities are high
NOVEMBER 15, 2007
From adoption to auto insurance, health care to housing, raising children can cost parents as much as $TK per child from birth through the age of 21. Take a look at the breakdown of the individual costs—and where you could save money
NOVEMBER 14, 2007
The crown jewel of a $12 billion railroad project, St. Pancras station has been reborn as a terminus for high-speed trains to the Continent
NOVEMBER 14, 2007
Ever thought the only way your children were going to get a free
college education was if they were football stars or award-winning
trombonists? Think again
NOVEMBER 13, 2007
Businesses have long catered to parents, but some of the latest offerings entrepreneurs have pioneered might surprise you
NOVEMBER 11, 2007
A roundup of companies that may have the wherewithal to weather market storms
OCTOBER 25, 2007
Amid tricky, volatile markets, it's a good time to set a defensive strategy. Here are some tips from the pros
OCTOBER 25, 2007
Here are the online brokers that ranked highest in customer satisfaction, according to J.D. Power & Associates
OCTOBER 18, 2007
The subprime mess has hit some banks harder than others.
OCTOBER 18, 2007
Exuberant investors have sent these Chinese companies rocketing
OCTOBER 15, 2007
Industry veterans who were working on Wall Street at the time of the crash share how they weathered the tumult and what they learned
OCTOBER 15, 2007
Here's a take on today's best-performing currencies by Scott Grimberg, senior portfolio manager at Pareto New York, an investment arm of the Bank of New York Mellon
OCTOBER 4, 2007
In an era of rampant buyouts, an informal poll of our staff turned up this list of the most disastrous M&As in recent memory
SEPTEMBER 24, 2007
Some chief executives love the job Ben S. Bernanke is doing; others are dubious
SEPTEMBER 19, 2007
The Sept. 18 rate cut is just a start. Here are the issues that could be keeping Fed officials awake at night
SEPTEMBER 10, 2007
Here are some outfits that manage to pursue eco-friendly policies at the same time they are maximizing the bottom line
SEPTEMBER 7, 2007
The subprime mess could have a surprising victim: heavily indebted emerging countries in the former Soviet bloc
SEPTEMBER 3, 2007
Here's a look at the egos and excess that ruled in recent boom periods and the inevitable fallout
SEPTEMBER 3, 2007
Making money is easy—it's keeping it that's tough. Here are some suggestions to help you profit over the long term
AUGUST 22, 2007
It may be hard to feel sorry for these victims of the housing downturn, but here are the 10 men and women in the mortgage and construction businesses who have lost the most in share price and net worth this year
AUGUST 21, 2007
The latest in Web-based trading from TD Ameritrade, Fidelity, and others. Sites are more personalized, more sociable, and more international
AUGUST 17, 2007
A family powwow now can help avoid the financial-planning pitfalls that can make an already painful period worse when the time comes to mourn
AUGUST 17, 2007
In the three years since it went public, the company has evolved from a simple search engine to an ad and info behemoth. Here are some milestones
AUGUST 17, 2007
Google investors have reaped fat returns of nearly 500% in the three years since the IPO. But these 11 stocks were an even smarter bet over the same time
AUGUST 10, 2007
A new screen from S&P uncovers names that match up with the Sage of Omaha's favorite investing metrics
AUGUST 8, 2007
Here are 15 Asian companies with cash hoards that will help insulate them from any stomach-wrenching turmoil in the global credit markets
AUGUST 2, 2007
Looking for a place to invest outside of the volatile stock market? Here are some tips to safeguard your portfolio—or to find some high-risk alternatives
JULY 30, 2007
Death bonds may be the most macabre scheme ever. Investors buy up life insurance policies, securitize them, and collect when the insured persons die.
JULY 20, 2007
No one can predict exactly when a bull market will expire, but here are some fearsome factors that could derail stocks' five-year rally
JULY 16, 2007
Ten living investors lead the pack. Most rake in billions, but they also have changed the way the rest of the world invests its money
JULY 9, 2007
From real estate to health care, a decade-by-decade breakdown of financial advice that will help you retire earlier and enjoy your wealth longer
JULY 2, 2007
Warren Buffett is an investing legend, but he's also human. Even the man behind Berkshire Hathaway has been way off from time to time
JUNE 29, 2007
To help you plan your legacy, we explain how nine key financial vehicles function along with their key benefits and downsides
JUNE 28, 2007
How swapping corporate reputations would affect stock price
JUNE 27, 2007
Shanghai Stock Exchange lifted its moratorium in May, releasing a torrent of high-profile IPOs
JUNE 25, 2007
Here are some low-cost alternatives for the high-maintenance lifestyle
JUNE 21, 2007
A timeline for following the cable station's "Million Dollar Portfolio Challenge," which, against all odds, is becoming the TV scandal of the year
JUNE 8, 2007
Contestants in a CNBC stock-picking game may have been able to game the cable channel's trading system in the quest for a $1 million prize
JUNE 4, 2007
The once-staid sector is juiced
JUNE 4, 2007
From petroleum detection to blood screening, here are a group of companies whose fortunes have risen as their stocks have soared
MAY 30, 2007
From skyscrapers to historic landmarks, European properties are selling for record prices
MAY 18, 2007
A slate of franchise summer blockbusters like Spider-Man, Shrek, and Pirates could spell boom or bust for media giants
MAY 15, 2007
Our rundown of some of the biggest and most newsworthy companies with family-controlled Class B shares
MAY 9, 2007
Here's a look at the heavyweight funds, ranked according to size and recent growth
MAY 7, 2007
These U.S. companies once dominated competitors and assumed an iconic place in the consumer landscape. But times change
MAY 7, 2007
Think buying an interest in the Brooklyn Bridge is just the setup for a joke? It's not as far-fetched as you think
MAY 7, 2007
Here's the dismal list of metropolitan statistical areas with the highest foreclosure rates in relation to the national average
MAY 7, 2007
State and local governments hope private investors will pick up some of the tab to maintain and expand public infrastructure. Click on to see some of the costs
APRIL 26, 2007
From 28 to 13,000, the industrial average has been swinging up and down (but mostly up) since 1896. Here are a few epic milestones
APRIL 25, 2007
A growing number of foreigners are snapping up homes in the Eurasian country
APRIL 18, 2007
A ranking of the nine categories of the consumer price index, from the hottest inflation-wise (energy) to the coldest (apparel)
APRIL 2, 2007
In our fifth annual Excellence in Fund Management Awards, we throw the spotlight on 24 best bets in the mutual fund universe
APRIL 2, 2007
A look at the presidential hopefuls meeting with investment banks
as they cobble together their messages on financial policy
MARCH 20, 2007
Want to feel good about yourself the next time you go shopping? Take home one of these labels
MARCH 12, 2007
In India, International Development Enterprises—with Acumen's assistance—helps small farmers implement inexpensive watering systems
MARCH 12, 2007
The Acumen Fund Fellows Program prepares young professionals to apply their business skills to social problems
FEBRUARY 12, 2007
Once known for keeping to the middle-market, the private equity firm has become a big game hunter in recent years
FEBRUARY 6, 2007
Last year was a record year for private equity deals, and 2007 is poised to be even larger. Here's a look at how the major players stack up
JANUARY 29, 2007
With London surpassing New York in some financial benchmarks, the two cities are squaring off for bragging rights as the financial capital of choice
JANUARY 22, 2007
Noteworthy stock selections for six sectors from the experts we canvassed in our special report
JANUARY 9, 2007
Right along with a booming financial-services industry, compensation packages are ballooning. Here's a look at some of the different tiers in finance, and how much income they command
JANUARY 2, 2007
Take a look at a roundup of companies with the worst and best stock price performance of 2006
DECEMBER 25, 2006
Five investment pros pick the stocks they believe will grow in the year ahead
DECEMBER 25, 2006
The hottest sectors have changed. So have the smartest ways to navigate them. Here are some of the players in what look like hot sectors
DECEMBER 25, 2006
We asked 58 corporate economists for their collective wisdom on everything from economic growth to Federal Reserve policy to unemployment. Here's a snapshot of what they said
DECEMBER 6, 2006
What do you get the investor who has everything? More. But this time get the paper it's printed on too
DECEMBER 3, 2006
A Christie's auction features posters, weapons, and other memorabilia from the hugely popular 007 films
NOVEMBER 23, 2006
Who's spending what on research and development
NOVEMBER 21, 2006
A flurry of deals valued at more than $1 billion were announced on Nov. 20
NOVEMBER 10, 2006
Now that the Democrats have captured both houses of Congress, there could be big changes on the horizon. How will they affect your bottom line?
NOVEMBER 7, 2006
It has been another big year for the B-list, as emerging market exchanges benefit from expanding wealth and high-priced resources
OCTOBER 30, 2006
Instead of asking a mirror on the wall, BusinessWeek got a research firm to pinpoint the 10 top private-equity players based on assets
OCTOBER 16, 2006
Take a closer look at the vessels that are largely behind the huge increase in deepwater oil production
OCTOBER 16, 2006
Aging baby boomers are spurring companies and universities to develop tools to monitor the well-being of a home's occupants
OCTOBER 6, 2006
Just like people, countries need good credit. But only 19 countries out of 193 have earned AAA ratings
OCTOBER 2, 2006
We don't believe in a fountain of youth, but that doesn't mean we can't put our faith in a magic pill. Here are some supplements and foods in the public eye that may or may not have some "magic" qualities
SEPTEMBER 14, 2006
Given recent high-profile departures, here's a look at five chief executives whose companies' performance has been excellent—and five under pressure
SEPTEMBER 7, 2006
Expect to pay more for everything from apples to coffee to game consoles
AUGUST 29, 2006
Terrorism is the biggest concern of economists, followed closely by rising energy costs and inflation
JULY 31, 2006
Although it has fewer players, the industry still provides some pretty cheap fees and a wide range of services
JULY 11, 2006
It costs a pretty penny to produce one. Take a look at the current state of U.S. currency
JULY 10, 2006
We asked dozens of pros what they pull off the shelf again and again
MAY 31, 2006
Some Treasury secretaries make their mark on history, while others slip into obscurity. Do you know these guys?
MAY 31, 2006
Star Trek memorabilia is going where it has never gone before—the auction block
MAY 8, 2006
Learn about companies who took the plunge, investing in cutting-edge technology that may or may not pay off
APRIL 24, 2006
Whether you're interested in Springsteen's glory days or meeting the wax heads of the Beatles, check out these pieces of rock memorabilia
APRIL 20, 2006
Earth Day tends to sharpen the public's focus on environmental issues—and on the companies that are, rightly or wrongly, perceived as either "green" or "brown" (i.e., not eco-friendly).
APRIL 10, 2006
Take a look at the 18 winners of the 2006 Standard & Poor's/BusinessWeek Excellence in Fund Managment Awards
MARCH 7, 2006
Berkshire Hathaway's chief says a successor has been chosen—but won't say who. Here's a look at the top candidates
MARCH 6, 2006
Pieces dating from the time of Shakespeare aren't hard to find, and many are surprisingly affordable
FEBRUARY 24, 2006
College-age kids on a budget have no shortage of pricey stuff competing for their attention. But there are always ways to save money and still have a good time
FEBRUARY 13, 2006
Intangibles such as R&D, training, education, and exports of knowledge are poorly tracked by today's statistics. Here's how better counting of intangibles would change our picture of the economy
FEBRUARY 13, 2006
Here's a sampling from the collections of pro basketball stars Grant Hill and Chris Webber
FEBRUARY 8, 2006
As America's top exhibit gets set to kick off, take a look at some prints that are expected to garner from $800 to $1.1 million
FEBRUARY 1, 2006
Here's a sampling of some promising new technologies from some smaller and lesser-known public companies
JANUARY 30, 2006
If you're looking to own a one-of-a-kind car, this is the way to go.
Here are some available now on the auction block
JANUARY 24, 2006
We asked top officials from eight carmakers how GM and Ford can regain traction and whether the shift away from SUVs will continue
JANUARY 20, 2006
The final piece in our series takes a look at homes with a past on the market in the Great American West
JANUARY 18, 2006
Take a look at the top 20 most expensive cars, from $3.96 million to $1.65 million, sold at auction during the year
JANUARY 13, 2006
The third in our series takes a look at some vintage properties on the market in America's Heartland
JANUARY 5, 2006
The Scottsdale area is home to two weeks worth of world-class events in January. Here's what's on tap
JANUARY 5, 2006
On the Prowl for the Rarest of Camaros
JANUARY 5, 2006
At The Auto Collections in Las Vegas, visitors can view some of the finest cars ever produced—and with sufficient cash, even bring one home
DECEMBER 30, 2005
The second in our series takes a look at some historic homes on the market in the land of cotton
DECEMBER 23, 2005
Here's the first in our series of homes on the market that are not only beautiful but have walls whispering tales from the past
DECEMBER 22, 2005
How will the job market stack up in the new year? Mostly pretty good. Here's a sector-by-sector outlook
DECEMBER 26, 2005
What's ahead? Here's the collective wisdom of 54 economists on indicators ranging from growth and profits to oil prices and interest rates
DECEMBER 26, 2005
Think that whiff of inflation in the air may get stronger in the new year? Check out, gold, commodities, and more.
DECEMBER 14, 2005
Prognosticating is hardly a science—and these whoppers for 2005 show why
NOVEMBER 22, 2005
A Chinese jar, a Canaletto painting, a late-period Picasso—these and other items have fetched some of the highest prices at Christie's and Sotheby's in 2005
OCTOBER 31, 2005
The stock guru sounds off on how TV is the new radio, on journalism and running money, and on wearing a straightjacket
SEPTEMBER 27, 2005
From consumer-discretionary stocks to utilities, here's a survey of pros' picks and pans by sector to help form your own strategy
JULY 28, 2005
Who will take the reins at the Fed when Alan Greenspan steps down? Here's a guide to likely candidates for the top job, as well as thumbnail profiles of possible governors
JULY 11, 2005
From a real stagecoach to a first-edition Lewis & Clark journal, collectibles are climbing in price. Here's a sampling
JUNE 27, 2005
The spectrum of choices is broader than ever. Here's where to start
JUNE 15, 2005
Eight investment pros each suggest something you can get dad this year from the equity aisle
JUNE 9, 2005
To craft a savings plan, you'll need to know how much tuition and fees will likely run. Here's a good starting point
MAY 26, 2005
From eBay to Whole Foods, lots of BusinessWeek's past picks have gone on to reach big-company status. Here's look at some
APRIL 27, 2005
From a railroad and an eye-care company to a guitar retailer and a racetrack operator, these are S&P's current best picks.
APRIL 8, 2005
Here are 10 questions that separate the financial-planning novices from the pros.
FEBRUARY 16, 2005
With the number of people falling prey to the alternative minimum tax climbing fast, it may be time to familiarize yourself with Form 6251.
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