E-Commerce China Dangdang Management Discusses Q2 2013 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
E-Commerce China Dangdang ( DANG ) Q2 2013 Earnings Call August 15, 2013 7:30 am ET Executives Sophia Zhou Yu Yu Peggy - Co-Founder, Executive Chairwoman and Executive Chairwoman of Beijing Dangdang Information Technology Co Ltd Zou Jun - Chief Financial Officer Analysts Chi Tsang - HSBC,…
Arena Approaches 50% Institutional Ownership
By Spencer Osborne : Arena Pharmaceuticals ( ARNA ) is approaching 50% institutional ownership. The company currently sits just below the magic number at 49% according to data recently updated by Nasdaq, and through June 30th of this year. Because the data is trailing, the company could already be…
Workers earn less but pay more for goods
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Covanta: Burning Trash, Generate Powering And A 10% FCF Yield
By Marc Gilbert : Overview Covanta ( CVA ) stands out in the field of energy producers. Instead of relying on fossil fuels or even the typical renewables, Covanta produces energy through the incineration of municipal waste. Covanta's two primary revenue streams are waste disposal and energy…
Global executives keen for Merkel victory
More than 60% polled in FT/Economist Global Business Barometer believe Angela Merkel's re-election would make them more confident about Europe's prospects
'How we afford our kids'
Here's how five families save, plan and get creative to make child rearing work.
Understanding The Three Rs: REITs, The Real Estate Recovery And Rising Interest Rates
When the Federal Reserve suggested in June that they may consider tapering their massive, monthly bond buying program sooner than expected, market investors interpreted their optimism as a sign that interest rates would likely be rising in the short term. As weeks passed, investors came to the…
Coca-Cola Should Buy Chobani
By Wes Blevins : Last month, after Coca-Cola ( KO ) posted less than stellar Q2 results, some commentators argued the company should diversify its product line by acquiring Mondelez ( MDLZ ) and its portfolio of snack foods. "In a world where both sugary and sugar-free soft drinks are under…
The Bottom For The Builders May Be In
By John Gilluly: Today may be the turning point for the hard-pressed home builders. As I write, the Dow is down 220 pts; the 10-year yield has risen 8% in just three days - but some builders ( PHM , MDC , KBH ) are already up 7% from their morning lows, and most are actually green for the day. This…
Upcoming Catalysts May Move MusclePharm Stock Higher
By Kelvin M.: Note: This article covers a micro-cap stock. Please be aware of the risks associated with these stocks. August 14th MusclePharm ( MSLP.OB ) released Q2 earnings and hosted a conference call , which showed that the company is continuing to increase sales at a blistering pace. The…
Dow down 200 as Cisco and Wal-Mart disappoint
Dow loses 200 points as investors weigh disappointing corporate earnings news against more encouraging economic news.
Duke Energy Is Worth A Look With Its High Yield
By Abba's Aces: Duke Energy Corp ( DUK ) is an energy company, operating through its direct and indirect wholly owned subsidiaries. On August 7, 2013, the company reported second-quarter earnings of $0.87 per share, which missed the consensus of analysts' estimates by $0.07. There is nothing…
China Pharma Holdings' CEO Discusses Q2 2013 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
China Pharma Holdings, Inc. Q2 2013 Earnings Conference Call August 15, 2013 8.30 AM ET Executives Diana Huang - Manager, IR Zhilin Li - President & CEO Sam Hsing - VP Analysts China Pharma Holdings, Inc. ( CPHI ) Q2 2013 Earnings Call August 15, 2013 8:30 AM ET Presentation …
Obamacare's taxes would live past defunding
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Lucara Diamond Is A Diamond In The Rough
By John Leonard : Note: This article covers a micro-cap stock. Please be aware of the risks associated with these stocks. Lucara Diamond ( LUCRF.PK ) is still being valued as a riskier exploration stage miner rather than a profitable and growing producer. The current "backward…
mReits: Dividend Yields Vs. Capital Losses, A Comparison Of Intelligent Behavioral Analysis Price Forecasts
Perspective: This article utilizes intelligent behavioral analysis to examine how investors anticipate upcoming securities prices and has little to do with the operations of the underlying companies. Those fundamentals and debates over them are an embedded part of the investor perceptions and are…
Micron: Best Of Show
By Russ Fischer: The Flash Memory Summit 2013 has just concluded. As the name implies, the flash memory summit is where the movers and shakers in the flash business meet, greet, and eat once a year and tell each other all the secrets about the past year's activity on moving flash (NAND)…
IFM Investments' CEO Discusses Q2 2013 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
IFM Investments Limited ( CTC ) Q2 2013 Results Earnings Call August 15, 2013 8:00 AM ET Executives Nick Beswick - Brunswick Group, IR Donald Zhang - Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO Harry Lu - Co-Founder, Vice Chairman and President Kevin Wei - Chief Financial Officer Analysts Ella Ji -…
Global Sources' Management Discusses Q2 2013 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
Global Sources Ltd. ( GSOL ) Q2 2013 Earnings Call August 15, 2013, 8:00 AM ET Executives Cathy Mattison - Assistance Vice President, Lippert Heilshorn & Associates Merle Hinrich - Executive Chairman Connie Lai - Chief Financial Officer Analysts Jared Schramm - ROTH Capital Partners …
China moves towards bad loans remedy
Move is one sign that the Chinese government will not entirely bail out the next round of problem loans emerging from China's credit boom
Stocks slide as bond yields hit new highs
Further evidence of improvement in the US economy heightens expectations that Federal Reserve largesse will soon dwindle, sending bond yields higher
Surprising foreclosure hot spots
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Misinformation Causes Loss Of Senior Property Tax Rebate
If you form the wrong tax conclusion from listening to the radio or reading news stories, you might not get a break when you ask for relief. That is what happened to Richard Kennel in the New Jersey Tax Court. He had gotten the impression that New Jersey had cancelled its property tax…
Why BlackBerry Is Worth More Than People Think
By George Kesarios: Since the talk of the town is the ongoing question of if and who might buy BlackBerry ( BBRY ), I decided to give you my piece of my mind, since I see many commentators claiming that if BlackBerry would be bought out, it would not be worth much. I beg to differ and in fact I…
Iluvien And Tethadur: Sustained Release Treatments With Big Potential For PSivida
By Avid Research : Note: This article covers a micro-cap stock. Please be aware of the risks associated with these stocks. Iluvien : Psivida ( PSDV ) has a good bit of experience in developing sustained release drugs to treat back of the eye diseases. Below is an image that captures the…
Wall Street slides on Fed angst, Wal-Mart disappointment
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Stocks fell by their most since late June on Thursday as investors fretted the Federal Reserve would soon start to scale back its stimulus and as corporate earnings showed that consumer spending remained weak.
U.S. jobs, inflation data support tapering of Fed bond buying
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The number of Americans filing new claims for jobless benefits fell to a near six-year low last week and consumer prices rose broadly in July, which could draw the Federal Reserve closer to trimming its massive bond buying program.
Zurich Insurance Group AG Management Discusses H1 2013 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
Zurich Insurance Group AG ( ZFSVY.PK ) H1 2013 Earnings Call August 15, 2013 7:00 am ET Executives James Quin Martin Senn - Chief Executive Officer Pierre Wauthier - Chief Financial Officer Analysts Farooq Hanif - Citigroup Inc, Research Division Marc Thiele - Mediobanca Securities, Research…
These 3 Cheap Oil Sector Stocks Are Poised For A Rebound
By Hawkinvest : A few oil sector companies recently posted earnings that disappointed some investors. This has led to a solid buying opportunity for those who take a longer-term view on investing. Buying shares in companies with solid long-term prospects makes sense, especially when stocks can be…
High-speed trading whammy
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Ryanair sacks pilot for questioning safety on TV
DUBLIN (Reuters) - Ryanair has fired one of its senior pilots and is preparing legal action against him for questioning the airline's safety record in a television interview, the company said on Thursday.
Pound Continues To Push Higher As Carney Fails To Rein In Bond Market
By Dr. Duru : In last week's Inflation Report , Bank of England governor Mark Carney tried his best to spin the good economic data in the United Kingdom as evidence that interest rates need to stay low. The current recovery is gaining momentum, but it is nowhere close to where it needs to be: …
Tri-Tech Holding's CEO Discusses Q2 2013 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
Tri-Tech Holding Inc. ( TRIT ) Q2 2013 Earnings Conference Call August 15, 2013 09:00 ET Executives Yan Liu - Assistant, Board of Directors Gavin Cheng - Chief Executive Officer Phil Fan -President and Chief Financial Officer Warren Zhao - Chairman Presentation Operator Good morning, ladies…
Wal-Mart results miss expectations
The world's biggest retailer, Wal-Mart, which owns the UK chain Asda, reports higher quarterly profits in the second quarter that were lower than expected.
How to be an irresistible leader
Can charisma be taught? Harvard seems to think so. A new book on cultivating personal magnetism is required reading at the B-school.
First National Alaska: A Well Capitalized Regional, A Healthy Dividend And An Insulated Market
By ValueArtifex: Up North... Regional banking is one of the most interesting sectors for analysis in my mind. Many of the companies in this sector are small and thus confer individual investors a large advantage as larger funds, institutional investors and investment houses simply cannot expend…
USDA Weekly Exports: Corn Sales Dip Below 10-Week Average
By T. Marc Schober : Weekly U.S. net corn sales for the week ending August 8th in the 2012/2013 marketing year were reduced by 59,100 metric tons (MT), a 135% drop from the prior 10-week average. Exports were reported at 377,400 MT, up 7% from the prior four week average, going primarily to Japan,…
AAII Sentiment Survey: Individual Investors Turn More Cautious
By AAII : Individual investor optimism fell and pessimism rose to levels not seen since late June, according to the latest AAII Sentiment Survey. Meanwhile, neutral sentiment continued its longest streak of above-average readings since the late 1990s. Bullish sentiment, expectations that stock…
Dutch gloom as housing bubble deflates
Consumers spooked by a 30% fall in house prices, while 7% unemployment and a seemingly never-ending series of austerity measures also hit spending
TRI Pointe Homes Vs. Whirlpool: A Disconnect In Response To Bullish Housing-Related Reports
By Dr. Duru : TRI Pointe Homes ( TPH ) reported very strong earnings for the second quarter of 2013. I listened to the webcast to get some color beyond the prepared release and remarks, especially since the initially strong response in the stock faded almost completely by the close. This reversal of…
Finally, Some Hope For Emerging Markets Bond ETFs
By Benzinga : By: The ETF Professor Exchange traded funds holding emerging markets bonds, both the dollar-denominated and local currency varieties, were among 2012's most popular bond funds. A spate of interest rate reductions by developing world central banks and the Federal…
Norway gas exports to UK disrupted
Norwegian gas exports to the UK are disrupted following a loss of power at a platform in the North Sea.
Judge says has doubts about AMR bankruptcy plan
NEW YORK (Reuters) - The judge overseeing AMR Corp's bankruptcy on Thursday asked for additional briefings from AMR and other parties on whether AMR's plan to exit bankruptcy could be confirmed in light of an antitrust challenge to its planned merger with US Airways Group Inc .
Constellation Energy Partners LLC Management Discusses Q2 2013 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
Constellation Energy Partners LLC ( CEP ) Q2 2013 Earnings Call August 15, 2013 9:30 am ET Executives Charles C. Ward - Chief Financial Officer, Interim Chief Accounting Officer and Treasurer Stephen R. Brunner - Chief Executive Officer, President and Chief Operating Officer Analysts Gregg T.…
Pandora's Profit Margin Will Remain Under Pressure
By Regan Barua : In the last few articles that I read on Pandora Media ( P ) , I came across plenty of discussions about its competition. Therefore, in this article I will analyze the effects of increasing competition on its future revenue and earnings. To begin with, we first must understand the…
TriCo Banchares: Reasons To Buy Under-followed Tri Counties Bank
Did you know there were 5,887 commercial banks operating in the United States during Q2? Most are small banks providing basic banking services in local communities. The sheer number of banks makes finding winners a daunting task. As a result, many small publicly traded banks fly under the radar,…
Analysis: One swallow doesn't make a summer for euro zone
LONDON (Reuters) - The cheery freeze frame of the euro zone economy last quarter is no guarantee of a happy ending to what has been a horror movie for most of the single currency bloc since the onset of the great financial crisis.
Microsoft's 45-inch touchscreen costs $150
Microsoft accelerated Ubi Interactive's Kinect technology, which makes any surface a touchscreen.
Carl Icahn's amazing year
If the past two days are any indication, his new bet on Apple will pay off, too.
For this tepid economy, there's only one way out
A stunning government report says the U.S. economy has reduced its capacity to grow. Here's what we need to do to turn things around.
Take Away From U.S. Data Dump
By Marc Chandler : News that weekly initial jobless claims fell to their lowest level in six years and new cyclical lows in the 4-week moving average have overwhelmed the other U.S. data reported today. A recent Bloomberg poll found a little more than two-thirds expect the Fed to begin tapering next…
Big Beverage Companies Eye Small Water Players
By IPOdesktop : When health advocates and government officials started blaming soda and carbonated sugary drinks for making people overweight, Americans began turning to bottled water as a healthy alternative. The convenience of single-serve bottles and fancy labels have helped bottled water become…
Briggs & Stratton Corporation Management Discusses Q4 2013 Results (Webcast)
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Romanian and Bulgarian jobs up 26%
The number of Romanians and Bulgarians working in the UK rose by nearly 26% to 141,000 between April and June, figures show.
Market Valuation and Asset Allocation Decisions
I am often asked how market valuation plays into asset allocation decisions. Should an investor consider reducing equity exposure when the market is trading at a high price relative to earnings? My standard answer is no, but in some situations, yes.
The financial aid arms race at law schools
Smaller applicant pools mean more aid, and potential students are using it to their advantage.
Buffett dumps Gannett
Berkshire Hathaway unloads shares of USA Today publisher, buys Dish Network and GM.
US consumer inflation rises to 2%
The pace of US consumer price inflation increased in July, pushing the annual rate of inflation to 2% - the rate targeted by the Federal Reserve.
Kohl's same-store sales increase, shares rise
(Reuters) - Department store chain Kohl's Corp reported a rise in quarterly comparable-store sales, boosting its shares, after downbeat sales reports from Wal-Mart Stores Inc and Macy's Inc raised fears of a slowdown in consumer spending.
Dividend Paying Stocks in a Rising Interest Rate Environment?
The following is excerpted from our latest White Paper, The Value of Dividends. Click here to download the Special Report, to see the results of our Returns & Rising/Falling Rates study and to learn which 20 dividend payers have made the cut as the Prudent Speculator's current favorites.
Buffett's Berkshire buys Suncor, Dish as stocks appeal
(Reuters) - Berkshire Hathaway Inc reported new stakes in Suncor Energy Inc and Dish Network Corp as the company run by Warren Buffett added billions of dollars of stock investments.
BP's tough talk will backfire, Gulf spill lawyer says
LONDON (Reuters) - BP's hard-line legal tactics aimed at capping the financial blowout from the 2010 Gulf of Mexico oil disaster will backfire, according to Joe Rice, negotiator of last year's settlement on behalf of over 100,000 compensation claimants.
August U.S. homebuilder confidence close to eight-year high
NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. homebuilder confidence neared an eight-year high in August as limited supply of new and existing homes and strong buyer demand outweighed higher mortgage rates, data from the National Association of Home Builders on Thursday showed.
Best places for job growth
It's still a tough job market, but in these 25 counties, it's a lot easier to find work and a great place to live.
Defunding Obamacare won't stop it entirely
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What You Don't Understand About Your Benefits Could Hurt You
We all know how much our paycheck is, but how many of us really understand our benefits? I recently came across this article that tells the heartbreaking story of a 29-year old firefighter who recently passed away in an Arizona wildfire. Because he was a seasonal rather than a full-time employee,…
Lousy workers still getting bonuses
Companies are paying even their worst performers bonuses, raising questions about whether the incentives are really being used effectively, a recent Towers Watson survey found.
How to Explain Being Fired on a Job Interview
Have your talking points ready about an unfortunate situation.
Consumer demand for gold hits record high
Bargain-hunters are snapping up gold jewelry and coins as investors desert the metal and world prices plunge, sending consumer demand to its highest level ever.
8 Ways to Impress Your Boss As a New Employee
Leave your new employer feeling confident about putting you on the payroll.
Wal-Mart sales disappoint as shoppers worldwide curb spending
(Reuters) - Wal-Mart Stores Inc posted disappointing quarterly sales on Thursday after shoppers worldwide proved cautious, prompting the discount retailer to lower its revenue and profit forecasts for the year.
U.S. industrial output unchanged in July
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. industrial production was unchanged in July as a decline in manufacturing output and utilities counteracted an uptick in mining activity.
Obama cancels Egypt military exercise
The Bright Star military exercise, which is held every two years between the two countries' militaries, was due to take place later this year
India curbs capital outflows to aid rupee
The government unveils fresh limits on capital outflows in efforts to further bolster the weakening rupee in what some analysts are seeing as a desperate move
The Stock Market 'Prediction Charade'
Current market conditions provide the perfect environment for self-appointed "gurus" to make predictions.
UK unemployment falls back slightly
UK unemployment falls by 4,000 in the three months to June to 2.51 million, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).
Ikea warns of unsafe children's beds
The furniture chain Ikea is recalling thousands of children's beds, because of a design fault.
U.S. consumer prices rise as expected in July
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. consumer prices rose as expected in July, which could comfort Federal Reserve officials worried about low inflation as they weigh trimming their massive bond buying program.
Where To Invest When The Stock Market Bubble Bursts
NFL Hall of Fame Couch, Bill Parcells, once said, "There are two things in New York, euphoria and disaster." While Parcells was reflecting on his experiences as a football coach in New York, his words can be applied to the stock market. Since 2000, investors have become all too familiar with…
Russia accused of trade war with Ukraine
Ukrainian companies say Russian customs officials are targeting their exports with time-consuming inspections that threaten to run up massive losses
Walmart slashes global sales forecast
The world's biggest retailer by sales warns the retail environment remains 'challenging' as its quarterly results fall short of expectations
Germany poised to overtake U.S. as world's No.2 exporter this year: DIHK
BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany could overtake the United States to become the world's second-biggest exporter this year, but its share of global trade is likely to dip as its exports lag global expansion, German chambers of commerce said on Thursday.
Ford Europe sees no quick end to price war
FRANKFURT/DETROIT (Reuters) - Europe's car market may have finally stopped shrinking, but a manufacturers' price war will not let up until sales increase significantly, a senior Ford executive said.
New home starts in England up 6%
The number of new homes being built in England rose by 6% in the three months to June, according to government figures.
London Market Report
Imperial Tobacco is the biggest riser on the FTSE 100, but the overall index heads into negative territory.
China's underdog market rallies
Shenzhen stocks have soared 16% this year, while more established Shanghai has faltered.
BT agrees sports deal with Virgin
The three-year agreement, which comes days before Premier League football season starts, will allow BT to recoup part of its estimated £1bn investment
The 1975 Buffett memo that saved WaPo's pension
A letter to Katharine Graham offers an early window into how Warren Buffett thinks about investing.
HKEx CEO says close to picking new LME chief
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Ltd (HKEx) is close to picking a new CEO for the London Metal Exchange and will make an announcement in due course, Chief Executive Charles Li said on Thursday.
AEG 'to dominate London gig venues'
AEG is on course to take over management of Wembley Arena, giving the firm control of three of the four largest indoor venues in London.
Most Visited Cities In The World 2013
A Survival Guide To Amsterdam
Amsterdam is one of the most popular cities in the world to visit, and with good reason. Its scenic canals, meandering cobble stone streets and inventive architecture can satisfy the most ravenous explorer or jaded traveler. There are a wide assortment of user-friendly museums, housing some of the…
AUDIO: 'Choose apprenticeships - not Uni'
Spencer Mehlman - author of website 'Not Going to Uni' urges students to have another look at the apprenticeship route.
Corvette: Finally, Detroit's legit Porsche killer
The Chevrolet Corvette has long been viewed as a crude alternative to German sports cars. Not anymore. The 2014 Stingray really gives Porsche a run for the money.
It's time for Bezos to disclose his politics
No matter what Jeff Bezos says now, once his purchase of the Post closes, he's almost certain to begin imposing his standards and beliefs in its pages.
Global shares, dollar lower as investors fret about the Fed
LONDON (Reuters) - World shares edged lower and the dollar fell on Thursday as uncertainty over when U.S. Federal Reserve will begin cutting its monetary stimulus offset a brighter economic picture in Europe.
China Mobile says profits up 1.5%
China Mobile, the world's biggest phone company, says profits rose more than expected in the first half of 2013 from last year .
Hot weather boosts July retail sales
Retail sales in the UK jumped by 1.1% between June and July, boosted by hot weather and adding to hopes of a sustained economic recovery.
UK retail sales pick up sharply
Supermarkets report the hot summer weather is partly to thank for helping food sales increase at fastest pace in more than two years
New iPhone, 4G technology may mean Apple, China Mobile tie-up closer
SINGAPORE/HONG KONG (Reuters) - The stars may be aligning for a long-awaited deal between Apple Inc and China Mobile Ltd, the world's biggest mobile carrier, that could help the iPhone maker claw back lost ground in its most important growth market.
Ford Europe sees no quick end to price war
FRANKFURT/DETROIT (Reuters) - Europe's car market may have finally stopped shrinking, but pricing pressure will remain fierce until sales volume picks up considerably, a senior executive at U.S. carmaker Ford told Reuters.
Key Euribor rate steadies as ECB rate cut expectations fade
FRANKFURT (Reuters) - The key Euribor bank-to-bank lending rate was unchanged on Thursday, consolidating gains from the prior session when data showing the euro zone emerged from recession in the second quarter dented hopes for another ECB rate cut.
Virgin Media strikes deal with BT
BT has struck a deal with Virgin Media to make its new sports channels available to the cable operator's subscribers.
Cisco cutting 4,000 jobs, CEO sees slow progress
(Reuters) - Network equipment maker Cisco Systems Inc is cutting 4,000 jobs, or 5 percent of its workforce, as it makes a fresh attempt to reduce costs and refocus on growth areas in the face of uncertain demand for its networking equipment.
A new frontier in the battle for the green belt
The problem of finding space to build new homes
VIDEO: A bumper year for lavender
For several British lavender farmers, 2013 is proving to be a vintage year.
Careers guide A-level choices
The number of students being awarded top A-level grades drops this year as pupils opt for more challenging subjects such as maths and sciences
China widens probe into drug pricing
Shanghai authorities instruct hospitals to look for wrongdoing in buying and prescribing, while central government expands net to other industries
Japan signals corporate tax cut a long shot as deflation eases
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese policymakers indicated they favor tax incentives to lift weak business investment rather than a cut in corporate taxes, as the government signaled confidence its stimulus policies had put the economy on the path to escape deflation.
VIDEO: Downturn: Dutch housing bubble bursts
The Netherlands is struggling with the bursting of a real estate bubble, on a scale only seen in the United States and Spain.
Smartphones outsell basic handsets
Smartphone sales exceed feature phone sales for the first time in the April-to-June period, according to research firm Gartner.
China's Sun Art goes online to chase retail boom
HONG KONG (Reuters) - China's biggest hypermarket chain Sun Art Retail Group Ltd is taking on Wal-Mart Stores Inc in the booming domestic e-commerce sector as it seeks new ways to maintain its market share in the face of fierce competition.
AUDIO: Today programme business round-up
The Today programme's business news with Andy Verity including a look ahead to the official figures out on Thursday which will show what was sold in the shops in July.
Analysis: Asia's great investor rotation flows to North from South
SINGAPORE/HONG KONG (Reuters) - Alongside the great rotation from bonds to equities and from emerging to developed markets that has been 2013's overriding investment theme, Asia is seeing its own migration in portfolio flows: from the South to North.
Exxon, Shell advance in Newfield's Asia auction: sources
HONG KONG/KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) - Energy majors Exxon Mobil Corp and Royal Dutch Shell are among the suitors advancing to the next round of bidding for Newfield Exploration Co's Malaysian and Chinese oil and gas fields valued at about $1.2 billion, people familiar with the matter said.
Blockbusters boost Cineworld takings
The UK's biggest cinema chain, Cineworld, says big blockbusters helped boost its box office receipts by 10.5% in the first half of the year.
H&M comparable sales fall in June for first time since March
STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - The world's second-biggest apparel retailer Hennes & Mauritz on Thursday unexpectedly posted a small decrease in July like-for-like sales, the first monthly drop since March.
Abe skips war shrine visit to ease tensions
Japan's PM avoids political clash with country's neighbours by not visiting Yasukuni war shrine to mark 68th anniversary of end of second world war
Brazil backs oil royalties bill
Brazil's Congress passes a bill designating all royalties from newly discovered oilfields to education and healthcare.
China's Tencent reports weak profit
Tencent Holdings, China biggest online firm, reports weaker-than-expected profit for the April to June quarter amid higher marketing costs.
Boeing to probe new Dreamliner fault
Boeing says it will investigate the wiring defect found in a fire extinguisher system on three of its 787 Dreamliner jets operated by All Nippon Airways.
Lenovo mobile devices outstrip PC sales
Chinese group sold more smartphones and tablets than PCs last quarter, as it seeks to replicate its rise to the top of the PC market
Lenovo doubles mobile device sales
Lenovo, the world's biggest maker of PCs, reports a 23% jump in profits as sales of mobile devices doubled.
VIDEO: Two Koreas reach deal on Kaesong
Korean officials reach an agreement about the Kaesong joint industrial zone, but details of when it might re-open are unclear.
VIDEO: Egypt clashes raise energy fears
There are concerns that further instability in Egypt could affect the Suez Canal, which is a crucial trade route for Asia and transports oil from the Middle East.
VIDEO: Worry over Australia asylum moves
Political parties in Australia have promised tough measures to stem the flow of asylum seekers, but many of those who have settled there think the policies are bad for business.
Cisco announces 4,000 job cuts
Network equipment giant Cisco Systems announces plans to cut 4,000 jobs, about 5% of its workforce.
Is there any such thing as 'road tax'?
Do motorists or cyclists pay more for the roads?
The death of the drive-in cinema?
Why changing technology threatens the classic US night out
Can art change Margate's fortunes?
Can Margate become the poster town for regeneration?
HSBC eyes FIG in equity capital markets push
The UK bank's new head of equity capital markets in Europe, the Middle East and Africa wants to strengthen in FIG and corporate broking
One risk officer can't rule them all
New criminal charges against ex-JP Morgan staff reveal a key London risk unit was staffed by just one person in the run up to the London Whale scandal
Investors plumb the depths of high yield
Issuance patterns in European high yield this year show strong appetite for deals at the lower end of the ratings spectrum, says Fitch
Oriel chairman takes board role at SVG
The UK-listed fund of funds manager recruits former ING Barings chief executive as a non-executive after a string of board changes last year
RBC Capital Markets hires new research chief
The former head of equity research in Europe at Nomura, who left the bank amid a shake-up that saw close to 20 departures, will join RBC Capital Markets
ETP outflows weigh on gold demand
Outflows from gold exchange-traded products in the second quarter of the year contributed to a record sell off
Private banks continue hiring spree
EFG International, Coutts and AMP have all recruited to their teams in the past week
Bridgepoint secures extra time on 2008 fund
UK private equity fund receives 'overwhelming' support to extend the investment period of the €4.8 billion fund by a year
S Election For Cash Basis C Corporation Fraught With Peril
You cannot tell from the recent decision of California State Board of Equalization why Analytical Environmental Services was formed as a California C corporation in 2001. Whatever the reason, there was either a change in circumstances or the owners changed their minds, because AES elected S…
VIDEO: UK unemployment falls by 4,000
Unemployment in the UK has fallen by 4,000 in the three months to June, leaving 2.51 million out of work, according to the Office for National Statistics.
Cisco cuts jobs amid unstable demand
Despite fourth-quarter results that were in line with expectations, shares fell almost 10% as the company said it would cut 4,000 staff
IRS (Finally) Consolidates All Late S Election Relief Into One Handy Revenue Procedure
Operating a business as an S corporation can be kinda' nice. Limited legal liability. Pass-through, single-level taxation. All the good stuff an enterprising business owner would hope for out of an entity choice.
With Mortgage Rates In A Holding Pattern, What Will Housing Prices Do?
After rising by more than a full percentage point from early May till the end of June, 30-year mortgage rates have more or less leveled off. However, the impact of higher mortgage rates on the housing market is still unknown.
Red Bull ends dispute with brewery
Energy drink producer Red Bull ends its dispute with the Norwich micro-brewery which has a similar name.
How I Took Charge Of My Retirement Savings Post-40
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The heat is still on Hollande
The president's team is hoping that 'something will turn up' to boost French exports. It is not an elegant posture
America's doctors need a cultural shift
Just as bonuses in finance have encouraged unnecessary deals, an 'eat what you treat' system can tempt doctors to offer excessive treatments
The Best Places For A Working Retirement In 2013
Five Reasons Why Social Security Retirement Program Needs To Live Long And Prosper
Yesterday was the Social Security program's 78th birthday. It's a program that's far from broke, but we need to fix it.
Finding Innovators Among Small Stocks
Your big payoff may not come from a scientific breakthrough. It may come from a company that looks like .
Central banks fail to convince investors
Increases in UK and eurozone market interest rates would almost certainly have been even greater than has been the case without 'forward guidance'
Boeing to probe fresh Dreamliner fault
All Nippon Airways delays a flight after finding a wiring defect in the latest glitch to affect the US manufacturer's most sophisticated passenger jet
7 Ways Women Can Get Back In The Workforce
7 Ways Women Can Opt Back Into the Workforce
All I can ask is, "What were they thinking?"
Court Ruling: Postnup Does Not Waive Spousal Rights To 401(K)
In last week's article, I wrote that many women begin the divorce process under the false impression that they are not entitled to a share of their husband's 401(k) or other retirement plans. The truth is that, in most states, money invested in retirement plans by either spouse during the…
Do You Have a Retirement Care Plan?
Study finds three-fourths of middle-income baby boomers have no plans for their retirement care.
Breaking an Apartment Lease: What You Need to Know
3 tips for breaking a lease so your landlord doesn't take legal action against you.
To Stay or To Go: What to Do When You Receive a Counteroffer
Should you stay with your old job on new terms?
Legal & General in home renting move
Insurer Legal & General aims to become a major landlord in the UK's housing market, in an effort to redress what it calls "intergenerational injustice".
8 Secrets of Hiring Managers
You may think you know the tricks of their trade ...
Three Donors Tell Why They Set Up CRUTs
Thinking about setting up a charitable remainder unitrust--or CRUT? You put cash or better yet appreciated assets into a trust, and the trust pays you a fixed percentage of the principal as revalued each year – typically for your life – and then what's left in the trust (the remainder) goes to…
World's Biggest Givers
How to Manage Your Money – and Your Man
The author of "Queen Bitchionnaire" explains how women can be more financially independent.
10 Tips To Avoid Charity Rip-offs
Charitable Shelter: How CRUTs Cut Capital Gains Tax
Are you sitting on a highly appreciated asset--say, a big block of a single stock, a piece of real estate or even a painting--that you'd like to turn into a diversified portfolio of stocks, funds or
Are You Armed and Ready for a Job Search?
A new survey reveals most job seekers need help in even the basic elements of a job search.
Staying the Course When You Truly Hate Your Job
Strategies and affirmations to get through the most trying workdays.
3 Retirement Rules to Consider Breaking
Rules of thumb are great, but treat them as a friendly nudge in the right direction instead of the ultimate truth.
13 Financial Tips For Newlyweds
Newlyweds, Here's How To Manage Your Finances
Congratulations, newlyweds!
EU 'plans single telecoms regulator'
The European Commission is thought to be considering a plan for a single telecoms regulator to cover all 28 member states.
Why Are There So Few Millionaires?
Across a wide number of surveys, we find that the vast majority of people – the world over – would very much like to be significantly wealthier than they are today. Over the decades, this finding has been very consistent in good economic times and bad. Generally speaking: rich is good and very…
Eurozone comes out of recession
The eurozone has emerged from recession after 18 months of economic contraction, figures indicate.
Weak rupee fuels Indian inflation
India's inflation rate rises by more-than-expected in July as a weaker currency brought higher import costs.
If 30% Of Pay Is Benefits, What About Independent Contractors?
Compensation experts say most people get much of their pay in benefits. Figures vary materially, but benefits in some cases can amount to a whopping 30% of pay. Put differently, employers may fund another 30% in benefits on top of the salary listed on your W-2. Why Most Employees Make Up to 30%…
Concern over World Cup venue delays
Brazilian Sports Minister Aldo Rebelo says the pace of construction must be accelerated if stadiums are to be ready on schedule for the 2014 World Cup.
French football sees red over Monaco tax breaks
French football clubs see red over Monaco's tax breaks
Sun shines on real estate deals
Deals in the real estate sector are continuing over the summer months, with asset managers spotting opportunities
Chart of the Day: the RBS diaspora
The great migration of bankers from RBS that began in early 2012 has slowed to a trickle. But where have they all gone?
JP Morgan promotes Rising Star to risk role
The US bank continues to beef up its risk oversight in the wake of last year's 'London Whale' trading loss
Commodity oddities: from piglets to pineapples
Going round in circles on cost-cutting
Repeated waves of restructuring and redundancies over the past few years have created an army of paranoid employees
Deal analysis: Elan hands victory to Perrigo after brutal battle
The agreed acquisition of the Irish biotechnology company looks set to mark the culmination of one of the most acrimonious takeover battles in recent memory
High-yield bankers leave Mizuho
The Japanese bank has struggled to make headway in the sub-investment grade bond market
Icahn pushes Apple on buyback
The activist investor has put in over $1.5 billion and is pressing for more cash
Investment firms buy minority stakes in Bats
Two US private equity companies take minority stake in Bats Global Markets
Two charged in JP Morgan 'Whale' trades
Criminal case against former colleagues of trader who lost billions; US agrees not to prosecute trader himself
Q&A: VTB Capital looks to China and beyond
The chief executive of the UK and international business at the Russian investment bank talks to FN about the firm's joint venture in China
Barclays finance director to leave earlier than planned
Chris Lucas cites ill health as the reason for his decision to step down over six months early
Green 'untenable' at Ibrox, say fans
Rangers supporters groups say Charles Green cannot remain as a club consultant after recent comments and events.
The Worst Money Mistakes to Make on Vacation
Don't let thefts, accidents and overpriced meals ruin your getaway
Housing market winners and losers
Who gains and who loses from rising house prices
4 Surefire Ways to Lose Your Security Deposit
If you want to get your money back, don't let that leaky sink go unrepaired.
The Ongoing Feud Of The National Enquirer's Pope Family
Perhaps this tale should be unsurprising considering it involves heirs of the tabloid fortune built around the concept: "Inquiring minds want to know!" Two of the heirs of the tabloid founder, Generoso Pope, have engaged in dueling lawsuits for years -- culminating in allegations of…
Tips for Saving Money on Insurance
A regular review can ensure you're not wasting money or leaving loved ones or yourself unprotected.
How To Invest Your $200,000,000 Portfolio
Like hints from Heloise, I try to pack this column with practical, money-saving tips and news you can use. A group of super-high-net worth investors have just shared their asset allocation secrets with each other, and I'm going to share them with you. First, earn $200,000,000. Ready? …
4 Mistakes To Avoid When Building New Financial Services Companies
Building a new financial services company, or any company, is challenging. The potential upside is worthwhile - particularly within financial services - but the roadblocks make success difficult to attain. When we started ReadyForZero, we were relatively new to financial services and knew there…
Around the Water Cooler With Nestle Waters Chairman
Want to boost employee collaboration? Kim Jeffery says you just have to install a water cooler.
How to Steer Clear of Online Scams
Don't fall victim to online hackers with these 8 tips.
5 Unasked Interview Questions You Must 'Answer' to Get Hired
Both verbal and nonverbal communication crucial to landing the job.
Is Detroit to Blame for the Muni Market's Woes?
How Motor City's bankruptcy petition has affected the municipal bond market.
4 Improv Principles That Could Skyrocket Your Career
Collaboration and teamwork will bolster success.
Seven charged with match-fixing by ICC
Seven people are charged with match-fixing by the ICC and another two are charged for not reporting corruption in the game.
Is It Time to Sell Your House?
With the housing market improving, is it time to sell and move to the retirement destination of your dreams?
How to Overcome the Most Difficult Interview Processes
Glassdoor releases its list of 25 companies that give the toughest interviews.
Annuities In Your 401(k)? What You Need to Know
Annuity guarantees hold appeal. But there's lots of fine print.
Texas aims to be commercial spaceflight hub
Texas tries to take advantage of commercial space travel
Happy workers don't jump ship
How to keep your staff from walking out
Southeast Asia: 4 Options for Enjoying the Most Affordable Retirement on Earth
English is widely spoken in the region, the culture is exotic and the people are delightfully welcoming.
Secrets of Successful eBay Sellers
Top eBay sellers share their strategies on finding products to sell, writing descriptions and more.
5 Tips to Save on Last-Minute Summer Trips
How to get a five-star experience on a budget.
How Unemployment is Devastating Retiree Well-Being
Research shows that joblessness is dimming retirements and leading to early deaths.
8 Ways to Graciously Quit Your Job
Exiting the stage in a classy manner can keep your professional reputation intact.
Do You Have What It Takes to Work From Home?
Can you resist the temptation to take your eye off the ball?
Why Small Businesses Don't Offer Retirement Plans
Small companies generally provide high-cost retirement benefits, if they offer them at all.
What to Do Before Every Interview
How you prepare could make the difference between doing well and failing.
How to Find and Connect With Small Companies
A majority of jobs at small companies are filled without ever having been advertised.
Silicon Alley's first billionaire
Jon Oringer founded 10 companies before he hit on the idea for Shutterstock, the successful stock-photo website that has made him Silicon Alley's first billionaire.
10 Simple Steps to Shore Up Your Financial Life
Don't forget these parts of your financial plan.
Novel Investing Tips for Kids
In Elissa Brent Weissman's young adult book, the protagonist discovers the joys, and dangers, of day trading.
5 Ways to Tap Your Home for Retirement Income
Your options include downsizing, renting and a Hail Mary reverse mortgage.
How Credit Scores Affect What You Pay for Your Home
When it comes buying a home, the higher your credit score, the better.
8 Ways Baby Boomers Changed the World
Baby boomers advanced the nation while also creating challenges for future generations.
Taking decisions is tough at the top
When it comes to running a company, nothing can prepare you for the day you actually become chief executive, says the boss of US multi-national GE.
5 Ways to Make Quick Cash
Suffering from a cash crunch? Here are a few tips to infuse some extra money in your bank account.
How Obamacare Will Affect Health Insurance Rates by Age Group
Older consumers shouldn't expect any health coverage price bargains under the law.
Boost Retirement Contributions with a Spousal IRA
Spousal IRAs allow couples to maximize retirement savings tax breaks.
Why You Shouldn't Trust Financial News
These sources of financial information could be harmful to your wealth.
5 Affordable Entertainment Options for Retirees
You don't need to spend a lot of money to have an exciting retirement.
The Hardest Working Cities in America
A real estate website determines which U.S. cities have the hardest workers.
The Tax Break You're Missing Out On
Over half of retirement savers fail to max out their IRA.
4 Coping Tips for Surviving a Crummy Internship
Sometimes bad internships happen to good interns. Here's how to deal.
Avoid These Money Mistakes When Planning a Last-Minute Vacation
Tips from travel experts on how to minimize costs and maximize the last days of summer.
How to End Your Summer Internship on a High Note
Summer's ending. Head back to school with the proper foundation for your career.
How to Buy Maternity and Kids' Clothes on the Cheap
Dressing a baby bump or brood of kids? Here's where to find affordable clothes online.
Bond Basics: Price and Yield
Bonds are a part of most portfolios, but investors still don't always know how they work.
The family firm selling via Facebook
The BBC's Jill Martin visits US clothing company Lolly Wolly Doodle, which is helping to lead the way in selling directly through Facebook.
Why Global Funds Are Buying America Now
The big rise in U.S. stocks has driven equity prices higher than any other market in the world.
Micha Kaufman on the Future of Freelancing
The co-founder of Fiverr says the new gig economy is changing people's lives
5 Ways Health Care Reform Will Impact Your Finances and Taxes
Whether you have health insurance or not, here's what you need to know.
How to Reinvent the Workplace to Satisfy Baby Boomers
Boomers are the least engaged age group at work but would benefit from employer support.
The Costs and Benefits of Running a Mobile Business
Current shop owners share why this non-traditional business model works so well.
How to Avoid Working One More Year
Some financially secure workers delay retirement because they fear running out of money too soon.
The Secret to Making Money on Fiverr
The newest version of the website lets you earn much more than $5 per gig.
A Simple Way to Save: Banish Late Fees
It's easy to forget that penalties for paying late can put a big dent in your budget.
The Thin Line Between Annoying and Assertive
What's considered pushy to some may be appropriate behavior to others.
8 Errors You Must Stop Making in Your Job Search
You'll have an easier time job hunting if you modify your habits.
Is Your Job a Committed Relationship or a Summer Fling?
Is your latest gig the equivalent of a summer romance, or is it suited for the long term?
When Should You Delay Retirement?
Setbacks happen. Here's how to decide on delaying retirement.
How Students Benefit From University-Bank Partnerships
College ID cards linked to checking accounts make banking easier for students.
Why Irish Real Estate is Finally a Buy
Home prices have decreased significantly, but watch out for the new property tax.
Feeling Charitable? Use Donor Advised Funds
Donor advised funds let investors avoid some taxes while donating to charity.
How to Find Shelter From Financial Storms
Five steps seniors can take to protect themselves from the impact of crippling federal deficits.
Why Can't We Follow Simple, Good Money Advice?
Experts explain why it's so difficult to follow two basic guidelines: Save and don't overspend.
Around the Water Cooler With a General Motors Vice President
Diana Tremblay shares tips for taking the driver's seat in your company and career.
Find Out If Your Partner Is a Money Match
When it comes to love and finances, you should watch for these red flags.
Mutual Funds Swapping Managers at Alarming Rate
Lots of funds are changing leadership this year. Here's what that means for investors.
The Road Map to a Symbiotic Mentor-Mentee Relationship
Four tips for developing one of the most beneficial relationships of your career.
4 Reasons Hiring Managers Don't Send Rejection Letters
Insider scoop on why you never heard back about the job you wanted.
The Best Summer Money Books for Adults
Personal finance tomes aren't the only kind of reading material that can help you with money
Clark Howard's Strategies for Saving More, Spending Less
The radio host's latest book focuses on money moves that have a lasting impact.
7 Ways Retirement Is a Young Person's Issue
Recommended changes in spending, savings and investing will have a great impact on younger generations.
Do You Need Life Insurance in Retirement?
Letting your policy lapse can save you money, but there are also a few reasons to keep it.
Are You Ready For a Career (R)evolution?
How to keep your skills and abilities ahead of the curve.
Quick Tips for a Successful Interview From an Interview Coach
Author Stuart Taylor shares his self-tested interview advice.
10 Things Job Seekers Hate About Recruiters
It can be difficult to add an additional party into an already arduous job search.
Top 16 Pieces of Career Advice
Pointed advice for various stages of the job hunting and career success.
For Consumers, Recession's Effects Still Linger
Spending is up, even though shoppers are looking for deals
A Quick Guide to Health Insurance Exchanges
Find out how to shop for health care coverage with all the changes starting in a few months.
7 Rules of Thumb for Retirement Planning
These helpful strategies could improve your retirement finances.
10 Ingredients for Retirement Bliss
Here's how to make sure your retirement years will be happy ones.
4 Résumé Tips for Older Workers
Looking to launch a second career? Follow these tips to revitalize your résumé.
How to Distribute Your Retirement Funds
These 5 options will help you manage your 401(k) account as you get older
Why Even Rich People Are Having Trouble Getting a Mortgage
Home prices are rising, but even the well-off are facing obstacles from tight-fisted banks.
Build Your Own Retirement Plan
A personalized retirement strategy can help you to retire sooner.
A Word Retirement Savers Must Learn: Fiduciary
New rules in development could reshape advice and selling practices for 401(k) and IRA retirement funds.
Test Your Mutual Fund IQ
A lack of basic financial knowledge could be hurting your investment returns.
How to Stand Out and Shine in a Group Interview
Sitting in the hot seat alongside your competition may feel particularly threatening.
How to Turn a Long-Distance Job Search Into a New Long-Term Job
A little extra preparation may be all you need to land a job from afar.
Put the Kibosh on Your Procrastinating Ways
10 tips to help you change your habits.
Cash is a Risky Investment
Inflation can be as big a risk to you retirement as investment losses.
The Real Cost of Moving
From the rental application to the pet deposit, we break down the moving costs to prepare for.
3 Retirement Variables You Can Improve
How to make sure inflation and poor investment returns don't ruin your retirement years.
Celebrating Old Age Should Happen Every Day
Aging milestones are nice, but the real joys of achieving old age don't depend on birthdays to observe.
5 Financial Decisions That Sound Smart But Are Really Dumb
From budgeting mishaps to bad purchases, these money mistakes may haunt you.
How to Avoid New Bank Fees
New reports suggest consumers often skip over the fine print and get surprised by fees New reports suggest consumers often skip over the fine print and get surprised by fees.
New York Times Reporter Explains How to Break Your Bad Work Habits
Charles Duhigg breaks down how habits work and what can be done to change them.
The Workplace Toolkit: 5 Essentials You Need to Succeed
Try these five tools to increase your odds of career success.
Why Employers Don't Want to Hire Overqualified Candidates
Why is being overqualified so often seen as a bad thing?
4 Lists That Cement Your Future
Lists are a good way to set adaptable goals and maximize potential.
More Best Money Books for Kids
Parents and teachers looking to impart financial lessons can start with these titles.
How to Save More During Sales Tax Holidays
A guide for finding the best tax-free deals in August.
NSA Data Fight Could Signal Privacy War
Technology and legal experts see a widening infowar as new tech tools reach deeper into people's lives.
4 Reasons Your Résumé is Thrown in the Trash (And How to Pull It Out)
Spruce up your formatting and tighten your message.
Are You Weighing Down Your Retirement?
5 ways to lose weight and save money.
How to Prepare to Financially Support Aging Parents
Financial, health and planning tips so you can help your parents without hurting yourself.
Around the Water Cooler With Panera's CEO
Ron Shaich's philosophy: A successful business gives as much as it takes.
5 Interview Lessons You Can Learn From Whole Foods
Job hunters should pay attention to the grocery store's business strategy.
3 Ways You Aren't Making the Most of Your 401(k)
Participating in your retirement saving plan is great, but you need to take these extra steps to make it really pay off.
4 Ways to Keep Your Job Search Fresh During the Summer
This season is ideal for ramping up your job hunt.
4 Tricks to Outsmart Retailers and Save on Back-to-School Shopping
Don't be fooled by early deals on paper and pencils.
Competing With Cash Buyers in a Tight Housing Market
In areas dominated by cash buyers, homebuyers who plan to get a mortgage need to go the extra mile.
Is Your Credit Score Hurting Your Love Life?
A new survey suggests that romantic partners pay attention to credit history
Should You Give Your Child an Allowance?
Expert advice on what age to give an allowance, and whether it should be tied to chores.
Is It Time to Stop Playing Defense In Stocks?
The economy's getting better, and that means it's time to take a look at stocks and sectors that do better during times of growth.
AARP, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Partner on Retirement Plans
Joint proposal seeks expanded retirement workplace savings programs and public tax benefits.
The Perils of Using a Retirement Account for College Costs
Tapping your retirement savings to pay for college often triggers taxes and penalties.
5 Retirement Variables Outside Your Control
Here's how to cope with your biggest retirement fears.
6 Tips for Managing Your Time Without Going Nuts
We all seem to be asked to do more in less the time. But how?
5 Secrets You Should Know About HR
What goes on behind the closed doors of an HR department.
8 Ways to Save Money on College Textbooks
Checking the library and renting books can save students money, so they can spend more on pizza.
The Best Advice for New Grads With New Jobs
After college, surviving financially requires a different set of skills.
6 Options for Boosting Your Yield in Retirement
Here's how to get higher returns without taking on an unacceptable level of risk.
A Day in the Life of Retirement
A retiree describes how he spends his time.
Know What Kind of Advisor You Hire
Beyond designations, there's real differences to consider.
4 Ways to Avoid Hefty Overdraft Bank Fees
It's possible to not get hit with a fee when accidentally falling below your balance.
The Newest Health Care Worker May Be Your Handyman
A program called CAPABLE may improve the health of older Americans and save the government money.
How to Find the Best Back-to-School Deals
Five simple tips to stretch your back-to-school budget this summer.
Beware of High Yielding Annuities
Larger returns are enticing, but you also need to research your provider.
3 Cover Letter Tips That Guarantee an Interview
Tighten your message and reinvigorate your approach to submitting job materials.
5 Alternative Ways to Retire Early
Saving a lot of money isn't the only way to retire young.
Ethical Lapses on Wall Street
Wall Street is selling an expertise that does not exist.
Will High-Tech Ever Grow Up?
Tech companies pay dividends like mature, stable companies but are still teenagers at heart.
Help You Help Me: 4 Clever Tips for Managing Your Manager
An important piece of career success is learning to manage those who manage you.
Resuscitating a Comatose Résumé in 6 Simple Steps
Perform triage on potential trouble spots on your résumé.
5 Career-Boosting Summer Activities
The mid-season malaise doesn't have to stifle productivity.
Surprising Facts About Where Food Comes From
Kelsey Timmerman travels around the world to discover the source of our meals
What College Students Should Know About Retirement
Bio 101 doesn't teach about 401(k)s and IRAs, so here's our retirement crash course.
The New Science Behind Stock Charts
Behavioral finance research explains the value of plotting stocks visually.
How to Not Waste an Inheritance
An inheritance may make you instantly wealthy, but it could disappear just as quickly.
Living with ALS: Seeking Independence and Identity
Driving a specially outfitted van is a nerve-wracking experience but one Hollister Lindley treasures.
4 Ways to Re-Energize Your Work Engagement
How to become a better employee by flip-flopping your feelings about your job.
4 Home Improvements That Will Save You Money
These fixes may not be flashy, but they result in long-term savings.
Should You Apply For a Job You're Unqualified For?
The pros and cons of seeking a position past your level of experience.
Why Everyone Should Aspire to Early Retirement
Saving as if you'll retire by 40 is useful even if you don't plan to retire young.
New Tips and Technology to Modernize Your Networking
Really make a positive impression by trying something new.
The Best Children's Books for Money Lessons
When it comes to explaining dad's unemployment or family budgeting, these stories offer parents easy openings.
8 Things to Expect – and Suffer Through – When Stuck at Work This Summer
This season brings new workplace aggravations to the fore.
Blue-Collar Workers Pay More for Car Insurance
A consumer group argues that job type and education should not determine auto insurance rates
Retirement Communities May Provide Big Tax Breaks
Entrance and monthly fees may be tax deductible for residents if funds are used for medical care.
10 Easy Ways to Keep Energy Costs Down
Beat the heat with these energy-savings tips.
How to Make More Secure Passwords
Protect your money and your identity with hard-to-guess words.
Around the Water Cooler With Dairy Queen's CEO
John Gainor can spot an efficient employee as well as detect a missing Blizzard ingredient.
4 Easy But Essential Steps for Interview Prep
The info you should know before going into an interview.
Don't Abandon Bonds Just Yet
Risks may be high in the bond market now, but they're a valuable part of a balanced portfolio.
What the Unbundling of Airline Fees Means for Your Wallet
Want an assigned seat or more legroom on your next flight? It'll cost you.
Dear Sons: Can We Talk About Death And Dying?
Some parents avoid family talks about later-life health and finances, but it's often the kids who bail.
Seduced By Mykonos
This romantic Greek island is a place worth lingering.
The Truth About False and Deceptive Advertising
How to keep ads from getting the best of you (and your wallet).
What Does It Mean to Be Professional at Work?
Master this way of thinking and composing yourself early on in your career.
10 Reasons to Avoid Retirement
Retirement can have a negative impact on your finances, health and even your marriage.
Career Tips for Forward-Looking, Soon-to-Be College Seniors
Most graduates of a certain age work in jobs that don't require a degree. Be part of the minority.
Evaluating Your Unwritten Résumé
Your professional reputation is a marketing document itself.
Have Brazilian Stocks Finally Hit Bottom?
Watch default news from the energy sector.
The 5 Most Expensive Prescription Drugs for Retirees
The cost of these commonly prescribed medications could bust your retirement budget.
3 Steps to Online Investing
An introduction to the world of online investing for beginners.
Can Detroit Come Back Again?
The city that's been in a decline for decades tries to dust the "jewel" again.
Coping With Changes Due to Aging
The challenges of aging are likely to interfere with your retirement plans.
Shopaholics: Are Your Parents to Blame?
How parents talk to kids could determine whether they become compulsive shoppers
Taxed or Not: Where to Hold Your Retirement Cash
How to split your savings between taxed and non-tax accounts.
Mortgage Rates Are on the Rise – But It's No Big Deal
Homeowners shouldn't panic over the recent spike in mortgage rates.
Age Bias Laws Might Not Help Older Workers
During tough economic times, older workers are not protected by age discrimination laws, study finds.
Is It Worth It to Get a Master's Degree?
With the job market sluggish, many are choosing to go back to school.
Should You Hire Your Own Private Judge?
You can't buy your own verdict, but you can pay for a speedier trial.
Why Are You Leaving Your Job? 4 Simple Tips For Answering a Difficult Interview Question
Answer this question well and position yourself for success.
Why Retirement Accounts Won't Help You Retire Early
People who retire in their 50s often face penalties for early 401(k) and IRA withdrawals.
10 Things They Don't Tell You About Your First Internship
From punctuality to dress code, here are some intern pointers.
11 Reasons to Give Your Teen a Clothing Allowance
Back-to-school clothes shopping doesn't have to cause a shouting match.
Indefensible Decisions by Pension Fund Managers
Pension consultants don't always select investments that are appropriate for plan participants.
Why Even Single People Need Life Insurance
People without dependents can plan ahead to protect their future families
Should You Worry About More Bad Housing Numbers?
A drop in housing starts shows rising interest rates are biting – but it looks like a flesh wound.
Save Money on Summer Travel by Avoiding ATM Fees
How to minimize bank fees while vacationing abroad.
What to Say to Pesky Debt Collectors
New tools from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau make it easier to respond.
How Technology Will Support an Aging America
New technologies are forming a growing industry to help seniors age in place at home.
How Much Should You Pay for a Pet Deposit?
What to know when moving into a rental with a furry roommate.
Lesson From a Market Panic: Beware of 'Safe' Yields
Which dividend stocks are best for rising rates?
How to Pay Less in Taxes
Lessons in minimizing your tax burden from tax expert Karl Frank.
Timeless Moves for a Successful Retirement
In any market, these strategies will help you build wealth for the future.
Do Childless Employees Get the Shaft at Work?
Some companies may give more perks to people with children.
The Solution for Achieving Personal Financial Security
High unemployment has become the new normal. It's time to take back the reins.
5 Things to Know About Taking Time Off Work
It may surprise you to learn what you are and are not entitled to receive.
Should You Buy Whole Life Insurance?
How to determine if whole life insurance is right for you.
Can You Afford to Be a Politician?
As civic-minded people know, politics is a money game. Do you have what it takes to play?
4 Reasons Even Employed People Need to Network
Networking effectively is still important after a job has been secured.
6 Ways Recruiters Use LinkedIn to Headhunt
Have you ever wanted to get inside the head of a headhunter?
Where Are Baby Boomers Going to Live?
A low cost of living and proximity to family are more important to boomers than nicer weather.
What Women Want – At Work
Insights into what women are truly looking for in a job and workplace.
Estate Planning Lessons From James Gandolfini
The Sopranos star left a large estate that's subject to a big tax bill
Medicare, Social Security Are Bargains for Beneficiaries
Many people pay hundreds of thousands dollars less in payroll taxes than they receive in benefits.
A Year On, Impact of 401(k) Fee Rules is Mixed
Fee disclosure rules have prompted some change in the industry, but everyday savers still need more education.
How to Plan a Cheaper Summer Vacation
Sharing trips with friends and cashing in on rewards can make for a more affordable getaway.
Around the Water Cooler With CVS Caremark's Helena Foulkes
Confused about the new health care law? A CVS EVP boils it down for employees and employers.














































































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