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Protecting against cyber-attacks

In this week's podcast Peter talks to Edward Amoroso, chief security officer at AT&T about critical national infrastructures and what countries and companies can do to protect themselves against cyber-attacks. Also, Stephen Pritchard investigates what companies can do with the enormous amounts of da...

Toy cars, wine and the power of the mind

In this week's pod: Controlling a toy car with facial expressions, changing the price of a bottle of wine…. Peter spends a day with the inventors at IBM's Hursley Labs. Presented by Peter Whitehead

Building a digital city

In this week's pod: Peter asks what makes a smart city, how big a part does design technology play, and what are the benefits to residents? Guests: Peter Elliot, a wireless broadband specialist for PA Consulting Fraser Davidson, from IBM's UK Smarter Cities Mark Paraskeva, Autodesk vice president ...

The World Cup: spectators, players and tickets

In this week's pod: Peter asks Dilbagh Gill, head of sports for Mahindra Satyam, the company responsible for IT provision for the World Cup, what technology his teams will be implementing. Also we hear from futurologist Cordell Ratzlaff - director of user-centred design for Cisco - about his predi...

Supporting the World Cup and WIFI markets

In this week's pod: IT teams preparing to service the World Cup in South Africa. Peter talks to Dilbagh Gill from Mahindra Satyam, the official IT provider for the event, about the management system needed to underpin such a large-scale event. Also, WIFI and the most recent developments. Digital Bu...

Are the machines taking over?

Machines are talking to each other - cutting out the need for a human middleman. Are we becoming redundant? Plus: using social networks to find the top talent in the world of recruitment. Peter talks to Stuart Orr from communications company Accenture about machine-to-machine networks and to Ann...

Work-life balance: yesterday's news?

In this week's pod Are we still going to need buildings in the future? What does the landscape look like for the next generation of workers and are we ready for this brand new world? Peter's guests in the studio are Dave Coplin, Microsoft UK’s national technology officer, Professor Michael Hulme, a...

What's eating Michael Dell?

This week Peter has just one guest - the computer giant Michael Dell. Peter asks him about where the IT sector is headed. Produced by LJ Filotrani

What role do chief finance officers hold?

This week's guests are Phillip Arp, chief finance officer (CFO) for Mueller Inc, a steel company based in Texas and Dave Rich, global managing director for Accenture Analytics. Peter talks to Phillip about the recent research released by IBM on the changing role of CFOs and Digital Business reporte...

NYT > Business

Added to the Recall List: Millions of Frozen Mice

Salmonella outbreaks that have sickened more than 400 people in the U.S. and Great Britain, have been traced to frozen mice sold over the Internet as food for exotic pets.

S.E.C. Charges Billionaire Dallas Brothers With Securities Fraud

The billionaire brothers who are large donors to conservative causes, were charged with conducting an extensive securities fraud.

Rich I.P.O. Brings Controversy to Microlender, SKS Microfinance

The founder and early investors in the microlender will reap millions from the share deal, but it was unclear how impoverished borrowers would benefit.

DeGeneres Steps Down From ‘American Idol’

Fox said the talk show host was leaving effective immediately, despite having four years remaining on her contract.

Cloned Livestock Gain a Foothold in Europe

The Continent has generally resisted genetically modified food, but small amounts of meat and dairy from cloned animals are already being consumed.

Internet Betting Gets Bigger as Online Gambling Companies Merge

Two of the biggest European operators of Internet betting sites, PartyGaming and Bwin Interactive Entertainment plan to merge, forming the world's largest publicly traded online gambling company.

Siemens and VW Surge on Roaring Demand From China

The better-than-expected results, along with a drop in unemployment, underscored how Germany is benefitting from the weaker euro and surging exports to emerging markets.

Comeback Heralded for Japanese Electronics Giants

A rebound in the global economy and solid growth in emerging markets, coupled with aggressive cost-cutting and restructuring drives, have started to raise their bottom lines.

Small-Business Bill Falters on Senate Partisanship

The procedural blockade underscored how determined Republicans are to deny Democrats any further victories.

Sky News | Business | First For Breaking News

Sky Boss: 'I Guarantee We Won't Become Fox'

Sky News will not become a clone of its American sister channel Fox News, the BSkyB boss has said.

Metro Bank Faces 'Slow Burn To Get Moving'

The first high street bank to launch in the UK for more than 100 years has opened its doors to customers - to a lukewarm response from industry commentators.

Energy Giant Shell's Profits Jump To £2.9bn

Anglo-Dutch energy giant Royal Dutch Shell has revealed profits jumped to £2.9bn in the past three months.

Cash-Strapped Gamers Hit Nintendo Profits

Nintendo's profits have suffered as players tightened their belts to make do with older hardware and software.

Carry On Working: Retirement At 65 Axed

The default retirement age of 65 is to be scrapped to encourage people to work for longer.

FOXBusiness.com

Cavuto: CEOs Grow Increasingly Nervous

Missed Thursday's Cavuto? Catch "The Deal" right here on FOXBusiness.com

BP Defends CEO and Eyes New Option for Plugging Well

The oil company defended its embattled chief executive on Wednesday and denied he would soon leave as the company prepared to launch within days a new approach to ending the worst oil spill in U.S. history.

JPMorgan's Dimon Not Invited to FinReg Bill Signing

On Wednesday, JPMorgan Chase Chief Executive Jamie Dimon will be left out in the cold.

Cavuto: Hey, All You Wall Street Fat Cats

Wall Street might be in for a surprise.

SEC Chairman Says More Post-Crisis Cases in Pipeline

The Securities and Exchange Commission is in the midst of more probes stemming from the financial crisis, its chairman said on Tuesday, a week after Goldman Sachs settled fraud charges for a record $550 million.

Goldman CFO: Market Sentiment Hasn't Turned Yet

Goldman CFO: Market Sentiment Hasn't Turned Yet

Senate Committee Supports Kagan For Supreme Court

Senate Committee Supports Kagan For Supreme Court

Icahn Lowers Takeover Bid For Lions Gate

Icahn Lowers Takeover Bid For Lions Gate

Nokia Looking For New Chief Executive: WSJ

Nokia Looking For New Chief Executive: WSJ

FOXSmallBusinessCenter.com

Small Business Lending Plan Blocked in Senate

Senate Republicans on Thursday blocked a $30-billion plan to help community banks boost lending to small businesses.

What to Do Before You Buy a Biz

If you are thinking of acquiring a business, consider these suggestions before diving in. 

Arizona Immigration Law: Help or Hurt Local Businesses?

What do the mom-and-pops on the frontlines in the Grand Canyon State think about the reform?

How to Land a Government Contract

Selling to Uncle Sam can provide significant revenues for small businesses, but these highly-coveted deals can be a long and arduous process.

How to Avoid Blowing Up at Work

When you have too much to do and not enough time to do it, it's easy to lose your temper at work.

Bank of America Increases Loans to Small Businesses

Bank of America said Tuesday it has increased lending to small and mid-sized businesses in 2010 by nearly $9 billion from a year ago.

Expert Advice for Applying for a Government Contract

Landing a government contract can be a huge boost to your small business, but the process can be difficult, to say the least. Here's some expert advice...

Young Guns: A Bank-Card Startup That's Banking It

Mike Nardy is the founder of one of the fastest-growing companies in the country, yet most people have never heard of him or his outfit.

'World's Fastest Pizza Maker' Crowned in Las Vegas

Domino’s franchisee from the United Kingdom sets new world record for speed in the pizza kitchen.

Women In Business - FOXBusiness.com

Women Helping Women

Women Helping Women

How to Create Customer Loyalty

How to Create Customer Loyalty

Get to the Top--Fast

Get to the Top--Fast

It's Always Tax Season

It's Always Tax Season

A Better Approach to Hiring

A Better Approach to Hiring

Yes, Virginia, You Can Get a Bank Loan

Yes, Virginia, You Can Get a Bank Loan

Create a Company Wealth Map

Create a Company Wealth Map

A Formula For Sales Success

A Formula For Sales Success

Be Smart With a Smartphone Overseas

Be Smart With a Smartphone Overseas

Financial Times - US homepage

Wyly brothers charged over ‘undisclosed $550m’

US regulators charged Samuel and Charles Wyly, two billionaire brothers whose interests range from software to restaurants, with reaping more than $550m in undisclosed gains by trading shares in companies on whose boards they sat

Google says China ‘blockage’ miscalculation

Google said that its search and advertising services were being blocked in China for first time since its groundbreaking compromise with the Chinese government earlier this month

Fed reports paper profit on Bear and AIG bail-outs

The US public’s hope of getting repaid for the bail-outs of Bear Stearns and AIG in the financial crisis increased on Thursday after the Federal Reserve reported a paper profit for the first time on all the holdings of securities bought from the companies

Karzai attacks ‘shocking’ leak of files

Afghanistan’s president says named individuals could be targeted by insurgents for working with US forces

Results underline strength of Europe’s corporate recovery

Industrial companies have led the recovery after a crushing fall in earnings last year

Wylie theatens broad digital expansion

Andrew Wylie, the literary agent whose exclusive deal with Amazon.com last week stunned the publishing world, has threatened a broad expansion of his digital publishing business to include up to 2,000 titles if traditional publishers refuse to improve digital royalties.

FSA unveils tough pay and bonus code

The FSA is broadening the scope of its pay code to more than 2.500 financial services companies to comply with EU legislation that introduced some of the world’s toughest restrictions on bankers’ bonuses

US banks in rush for cheap finance

US banks are taking advantage of improving earnings and growing investor demand to raise billions of dollars in debt at low interest rates, a move that could boost the sector’s profits

Citi to pay $75m to settle SEC charges

The US bank did not admit to charges that it failed to disclose more than $40bn in subprime mortgage exposure but the settlement includes information that may be useful in cases against it

Financial Times - Companies

Wyly brothers charged over ‘undisclosed $550m’

US regulators charged Samuel and Charles Wyly, two billionaire brothers whose interests range from software to restaurants, with reaping more than $550m in undisclosed gains by trading shares in companies on whose boards they sat

Google says China ‘blockage’ miscalculation

Google said that its search and advertising services were being blocked in China for first time since its groundbreaking compromise with the Chinese government earlier this month

Fed reports paper profit on Bear and AIG bail-outs

The US public’s hope of getting repaid for the bail-outs of Bear Stearns and AIG in the financial crisis increased on Thursday after the Federal Reserve reported a paper profit for the first time on all the holdings of securities bought from the companies

Results underline strength of Europe’s corporate recovery

Industrial companies have led the recovery after a crushing fall in earnings last year

Wylie theatens broad digital expansion

Andrew Wylie, the literary agent whose exclusive deal with Amazon.com last week stunned the publishing world, has threatened a broad expansion of his digital publishing business to include up to 2,000 titles if traditional publishers refuse to improve digital royalties.

FSA unveils tough pay and bonus code

The FSA is broadening the scope of its pay code to more than 2.500 financial services companies to comply with EU legislation that introduced some of the world’s toughest restrictions on bankers’ bonuses

US banks in rush for cheap finance

US banks are taking advantage of improving earnings and growing investor demand to raise billions of dollars in debt at low interest rates, a move that could boost the sector’s profits

Citi to pay $75m to settle SEC charges

The US bank did not admit to charges that it failed to disclose more than $40bn in subprime mortgage exposure but the settlement includes information that may be useful in cases against it

PartyGaming and Bwin plan merger

Proposed deal would create world’s largest online gambling group, with 2009 pro-forma net gaming revenues of €682m, and earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation of €196m

FT.com - Americas, Business

Mozzarella, the big cheese aiding Brazil's global growth

With his own nation struggling to produce enough buffalo milk to manufacture the soft cheese, an Italian has looked to Brazil

Zamin weighs up London flotation

The Brazilian iron ore company's planned listing, which would likely value the group at $2bn-$2.5bn, comes after Ferrous Resources cancelled its own London offering

Brazil's fledgling deep-sea oil industry faces up to risks

The Gulf of Mexico oil spill has punctured the exuberance that swept Brazil and the oil industry when the country discovered deep-sea reserves

Concha y Toro bullish on wine sales

Chile's biggest wine maker has much to celebrate. Even as the country's economy was contracting last year by 1.5 per cent, its cheaper Frontera line boosted sales by 27 per cent

Argentine bourse seeks to open doors to HFT

Latest sign that exchanges in Latin America are joining their more mature rivals in New York, London and Tokyo in gearing up to attract high-frequency traders, who are moving beyond mature markets in search of more trading opportunities

Toyota and Nissan expand in Latin America

The Japanese carmakers announce a combined $1.2bn of investments to build their presence in Latin America's expanding car markets

Weak data raise fears for manufacturing

Manufacturing is still growing, the numbers suggest, but not fast enough to form many jobs - giving ammunition to Federal Reserve doves

FDA calls for change on GSK's Avandia

The US regulatory advisory panel's recommendation, which is expected to exert strong influence on a final decision on the drug, represents a victory for the pharmaceutical company

Telefónica set to take dispute to court

The Spanish telecoms group is likely to seek international arbitration if it fails to resolve a simmering dispute with Portugal Telecom, its partner in Brazil

FT.com - UK Business news

Numbers cap does not fit anxious UK groups

Introduction of an interim limit to non-European Union migration raises again the hackles of companies, stirring fresh doubts about whether Britain is 'open for business'

Cancer Research sets up drug plant

The charity will produce experimental biotech drugs for clinical trials at £18m manufacturing unit

Chanel pays record fee for Bond Street store

Deal worth £4m in London's West End shows that the most expensive parts of the capital continue to boom even as Britain's high streets struggle

Forgemasters set Cable nuclear deadline

Sheffield Forgemasters will warn the business secretary it will ditch an ex­pansion into nuclear pow­er unless the government helps fund the project

Backlash over scrapping of retirement age

Move delights pressure groups but dismays business organisations, which warn that the measure is being introduced too quickly

FSA unveils tough pay and bonus code

The FSA is broadening the scope of its pay code to more than 2.500 financial services companies to comply with EU legislation that introduced some of the world's toughest restrictions on bankers' bonuses

Illness stops Gandhi-Cameron meeting

People associated with Mr Cameron's visit said it was suspected that she had been taken ill and was travelling

Cameron needs more subtlety on subcontinent

David Cameron has led the largest official delegation to India since its independence from Britain 63 years ago. By doing so, he has tested Britain's place in the world, and how far it has travelled since 1947

Sharp fall in lending to UK financial sector

Bank lending to the industry is at its lowest for at least a year following a very sharp drop in June, data from the Bank of England show

Business School

How to use the FT's business school rankings

How to use the FT's business school rankings

Mike Jacobs talks you through the interactive tools

How to get your MBA application right

How to get your MBA application right

Top tips from admissions expert Chioma Isiadinso

The business school experience

The business school experience

Easyjet's Stelios Haji-Ioannou on the benefits of an MBA

Interview: Dean of MIT Sloan part 1

Interview: Dean of MIT Sloan part 1

Dean Schmittlein explains why he thinks the MBA is not the future of business education

Interview: Dean of MIT Sloan part 2

Interview: Dean of MIT Sloan part 2

David Schmittlein defends MBA education against charges that it contributed to the current financial crisis

Interview: Dean of MIT Sloan part 3

Interview: Dean of MIT Sloan part 3

Dean Schmittlein suggests how can business education help resolve the problems caused by the financial crisis

MIT Sloan: Distributed leadership

MIT Sloan: Distributed leadership

Professor Ancona explains why leadership is required at every level of an organisation

MIT Sloan: The four capabilities of leadership

MIT Sloan: The four capabilities of leadership

Professor Ancona describes the key attributes of a successful leader

MIT Sloan: Leading in uncertain times

MIT Sloan: Leading in uncertain times

Professor Deborah Ancona explains the traits of a good leader

FT.com - Business education

Chicago Booth names dean

The appointment of an external candidate at Chicago Booth has ended several months of speculation – many of the names tipped to succeed Prof Edward Snyder were internal candidates

US schools see their power begin to wane

The institutions are no longer a force majeure in the rankings. Comment online

MBA blog

MBA students from business schools around the globe blog their experiences

Rise of the business-savvy engineer

The Masters in Engineering Management enjoys a surge in popularity

Grandes écoles face a fresh revolution

Business schools in France respond to reforms with partnerships and acquisitions

Something for the weekend

Consumer shopping habits are under the microscope in this week’s roundup of business school research

Asia schools in recruiting drive

Four business schools have joined forces to woo European students

Interactive rankings data

Schools are benefiting as the global financial sector slowly revives Masters in Finance programmes 2010 Masters in Finance 2010 special report Alternative to a PhD Listing analysis

California dreamin’ for leader at Berkeley

Linda Anderson talks to the head of Haas School of Business about his radical plans

Reuters: Business News

Vodafone, TalkTalk sign tie-up deal - report

LONDON (Reuters) - Internet and phone provider TalkTalk has signed a deal with Vodafone to launch a mobile phone service under its own brand, the Times reported on Friday.

Global body proposes rule to end insurer "black box"

LONDON (Reuters) - A global accounting standard setter proposed a new rule for insurers on Friday, aiming to shine a light on a sector criticised by investors for being a "black box" that keeps them in the dark.

Spending cuts drive consumer morale to 11-month low

LONDON (Reuters) - Consumer morale fell to its lowest in almost a year in July as worries about the impact of government spending cuts drove expectations for the next 12 months to their lowest since the deepest point of the recession.

Citigroup to pay £48 million to settle SEC charges

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Citigroup Inc will pay $75 million (48 million pounds) to settle charges that it failed to disclose subprime exposure to investors in 2007, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission said on Thursday.

EU court rules AB InBev cannot trademark "Budweiser"

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Union's top court ruled on Thursday that Anheuser-Busch InBev (AB-InBev) may not register "Budweiser" as a trademark in the bloc, ending a 14-year legal battle over the name with a Czech brewer.

Ex-Bayer whistleblower says fired over data

NEW YORK (Reuters) - A former employee of Bayer AG has sued Germany's largest drugmaker, accusing it of wrongfully firing him in retaliation for his refusal to falsify data.

Exxon, Shell quarterly profits soar

LONDON/HOUSTON (Reuters) - Exxon Mobil's quarterly profit jumped 85 percent on surging oil prices and a big rise in refining margins, while Royal Dutch Shell Plc's profits rose 34 percent.

Frank talk from Cameron shakes up British diplomacy

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - Prime Minister David Cameron has revealed a plain-speaking streak during a tour of Turkey and India that raises questions over whether it is down to youthful inexperience or a bold new approach to diplomacy.

FTSE lower as weak banks offset upbeat UK results

LONDON (Reuters) - Britain's top shares closed easier on Thursday as a retreat from banks and investor caution ahead of U.S. growth data on Friday offset a batch of robust UK corporate earnings from companies including AstraZeneca.

Reuters: Small Business

Business leaders urge parties to embrace Europe

By Mohammed Abbas LONDON, April 21 (Reuters) - Several prominent business chiefs say Britain must have a government working strongly with Europe to help cut the budget deficit and encourage employment, two of the main issues over which an election is being fought. The call, made in an open letter ...

Weakness rife in U.S. small business loans-watchdog

WASHINGTON, April 21 (Reuters) - Private lenders did not use prudent lending practices for a small business programme that U.S. President Barack Obama hopes to expand to improve the economy, a government watchdog said on Wednesday. The U.S. Small Business Administration's inspector general found we...

Entrepreneurs use 9/11 as a call to action

By Deborah L. Cohen CHICAGO (Reuters.com) - When the Twin Towers fell on 9/11, the offices of American Express marketers Peggy McHale and Sandi Webster were right across the street. The two executives survived the day, but not the corporate culling that followed after the financial markets tanked. ...

Video – Group discounts for web shoppers

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Rich Brits seen acting to avoid possible tax hike

By Chris Vellacott LONDON, April 20 (Reuters) - Private banks are positioning for a surge in new clients and a realignment of portfolios by existing customers as Britain's wealthy prepare themselves for an expected hike in UK capital gains tax (CGT). The rate of CGT -- applied to realised profits ...

Video – Turning cellphones into cash

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Wine lovers can now make their own Bordeaux vintage

[flv]http://videocdn.reuters.com/20100421/RCDOVE63KAWR1F.FLV[/flv] By Eric Barrere BORDEAUX, April 20 (Reuters Life!) - Wine lovers can now make their own Bordeaux wines, mixing grape varieties and grapes from different vineyards just like the professionals do. Do-it-yourself winemaking company C...

Small businesses cautious over employing new staff

LONDON, April 21 (Reuters) - Small businesses are unlikely to take on more staff over the next three months due to the fragile economic recovery, according to a new survey by the Federation of Small Businesses. Despite official data showing the number of people claiming unemployment benefit fell th...

Jobless count fall reinforces recovery hopes

LONDON, April 21 (Reuters) - The number of people  claiming unemployment benefit fell three times faster than expected in  March, official data showed on Wednesday, but a broader measure  of unemployment painted a less rosy picture. The pound rose by a fifth of a cent against the dollar after the f...

Reuters Video: Business

Jobless drop not enough to stop fear

July 29 - Shorter-than-expected unemployment lines in the U.S. were not enough to stop fears the economy is growing too slow to support a pick-up in job creation. Conway G. Gittens reports.

E-reader price wars continue

July 29 - Amazon.com upped the ante in the battle for electronic-reader market share, with a new $139 model aimed at sparking mass appeal. Jeanne Yurman reports.

The day ahead: July 30, 2010

July 30 - Analysts project economic growth slowed to 2.5 percent in the second quarter on weaker retail sales, personal consumption and rising imports.

Kleiner Perkins eyes social apps

July 29 - Chi-Hua Chien, who seeks out promising startups for investment fund Kleiner Perkins, puts his bets on Shopkick, Lockerz and Gogii. He believes success lies in mobile, social applications and the reinvention of e-commerce.

Amazon debuts two new Kindle readers

Jul 29 - Amazon announced a cheaper wi-fi only version and also debuted a thinner, lighter third generation model of its electronic book reader as the Apple iPad gains in popularity. Conway G. Gittens reports.

VC hot prospects: games, music, data

July 29 - Floodgate Fund's Mike Maples was an angel investor in Twitter before anyone knew what a tweet was. He now sees opportunities in everything from social commerce to musical applications for the iPhone.

Santander successful in Brazil

Jul.29 - Santander sees excellent profits in Brazil but poor performance at home, Shell doubles its profits, Siemens returns to profit after two years and Sanofi Aventis has record numbers in the second quarter .

Italy approves austerity package

Jul.29 - Italy's austerity package clears the final hurdle in parliament. Anna McIntosh, Reuters

Small banks lending but CRE looms

July 29 - Small banks have been increasing their lending over the last year, but upcoming losses in commercial real estate could threaten their strength, says Reuters Quantitative Analyst Mike Tarsala.

Forbes.com: Business News

Coinstar Cuts Sales Outlook

After hours: Microsoft's Ballmer says tablets are a priority; U.S. Government sues Oracle.

Retail Growth: Plus Size

The growing $47 billion industry is becoming more acceptable and fashionable.

Unemployment Soars

Why employment rates won't get better any time soon.

Fast Fashion: Zara in India

The latest catwalk designs, at affordable prices. That's Zara's promise. But to deliver that in India, it will have to tweak its centralized business model.

A Look Under The Hood

Li Shufu's Geely University is the lifeblood for his rising Chinese car company, Geely Automobile.

Selling Perfume Without A Sniff

Firmenich's Theo Spilka on the non-traditional launch of Mary J. Blige's new perfume.

Industries Looking To Hire You Now

Transportation, financial services, and retail industries are rebuilding and hiring.

Connecting Africa

Continent-wide mobile broadband rollout intensifies.

For the Love of Reading

Children from poor backgrounds don't have access to good books. One man in Bangalore is changing that with his ever-growing network of libraries.

Forbes.com: Autos News

A Look Under The Hood

Li Shufu's Geely University is the lifeblood for his rising Chinese car company, Geely Automobile.

Ford Is Slowly Climbing Out Of Debt

With better cars and higher prices, Ford is generating the cash it needs to get back on its feet.

Subprime Will Be Fine For GM (And Taxpayers)

Acquisition of subprime lender AmeriCredit should help automaker boost sales and pay off its government loans faster.

Why Didn't the Media Do a Better Job on Toyota

In their Toyota coverage reporters aren't letting facts get in the way of a good story.

Where's the Sizzle in Selling Cars?

The only excitement in car selling surrounds electrics. But they have wet blankets covering them--like cost, range and refueling time.

Forbes.com: Billionaires News

Singapore's 40 Wealthiest

It takes $190 million to make the list.

Singapore's 40 Wealthiest

Their net worth is $45.7 billion.

The World's Hottest Young Royals

Young, wealthy and titled, these individuals are among the most envied and watched in the world.

The Philippines' 40 Richest

The Philippines is back on track. The country's economy grew by 7.3% in the first quarter of the year, its fastest pace since 2007.

The Philippines' Wealthiest

The Philippines' richest are collectively worth $22.8 billion, up an impressive 39% from last year's $16.4 billion.

The World's Richest Royals

Wedding bells, divorce, lawsuits, bailouts, riots. It's been a tumultuous year for the wealthiest monarchs.

The Schottenstein Family Feud

Jay Schottenstein, who runs the businesses of a storied American family, is facing a tenacious court fight with his own sisters over the family trusts.

Billionaire Heiresses To Watch

These 10 women not only live up to their families' legacies but are also making names for themselves.

The Billionaire Mayor's Daughter

Emma Bloomberg is trying to make her own impact on New York City by working for a leading nonprofit.

Forbes.com: Energy News

BP's Dudley Off To A Shaky Start

Asset sales, dividend resumption threaten long-term prospects.

First Solar Shines Going Into Earnings

Thursday's report has the potential to lift shares above long-time resistance at $150.

The Year That Green Tech VCs Ruled The Hill

Venture capitalists appear to wield outsized influence in federal energy funding.

Don't Demonize The SUV

Ford Motor Company Executive Chairman Bill Ford says SUVs can give you space and get good gas mileage.

BP's Legal Blowout

When all the lawsuits are in, the oil company is facing a settlement bill that will rank among the highest of all time.

Forbes.com: Media News

Retail Growth: Plus Size

The growing $47 billion industry is becoming more acceptable and fashionable.

Selling Perfume Without A Sniff

Firmenich's Theo Spilka on the non-traditional launch of Mary J. Blige's new perfume.

Industries Looking To Hire You Now

Transportation, financial services, and retail industries are rebuilding and hiring.

Britney Spears Is Back On Top

The singer sparks a comeback becoming one of the highest paid celebrities under 30.

Pakistan's Evolving Financial Industry

Thoughts from the highest ranking female in Pakistan's financial sector.

Tori Spelling Means Business

The celebrity actress and mom on being an entrepreneur.

CA Technologies' Marianne Budnik

Marianne Budnik on the new brand name for CA Technologies.

Playboy Playmate to Mom

How Kendra Wilkinson-Baskett balances show business and motherhood.

China's Global Trailblazer

Haier's strategy has made it into one of the world's largest household appliance makers.

Forbes.com: SportsMoney News

Less Is More

Brett Yormark discusses the Barclays Center's sponsorship strategies.

Baseball's Biggest Trade Deadline Busts

The pickups meant to clinch pennants that have brought the most pain.

The State of Sports and the Economy

LeBron's move to the Miami Heat and sale of the Golden State Warriors

Brooklyn's Barclays Center Luxury Suites

Brett Yormark discusses marketing of suites and the Nets new Brooklyn arena.

The World's Most Valuable Teams And Athletes

The SportsMoney 50-50 ranks the world's most valuable teams and athletes.

SportsMoney 50-50

Why Tiger's still on top.

Cashing In On Sponsorships

Sun Life uses sports to sell more insurance.

Jeff Gordon's Business Model

Jeff Gordon and the CEO of Just Marketing International sit down with Michael Ozanian.

The State of Sports

YES Sportsmoney panel takes a look at the state of sports and the economy.

Forbes.com: Financial services industry News

Wall Street's Biggest Bears

The 10 most prominent names spreading distress and fear about the economy and markets.

How European Banks are Lobbying on Financial Regulation

Europe's banks are writing big checks to shape the financial-reregulation bill.

Bank Fraudster's Wife Fights The Feds

Sheila Nemazee says her husband victimized her, too--and the government can't take her luxurious apartments and estates.

Get the Clob

The fragmented state of equity markets may not have caused the May 6 stock plunge, but it did worsen things. One controversial remedy: a national book of all buy and sell orders.

Counting Gains In Coinstar, Angling For More

Bullish options players celebrate a big gain in Coinstar shares Friday and pile into call.

Forbes.com: Business Travel

How To Get A U.S. Visa

Winning approval to visit is technical, tedious and time-consuming--and it might even hurt the American economy.

Sin City's Comeback

Las Vegas Sands' COO says the market is recovering despite pricing pressure.

Betting The House On China

Las Vegas Sands' COO on turning Asia into a casino powerhouse.

Luxe Eats: Megu Goes Middle East

How the high-end Japanese chain plans to go global without superstar chefs.

Hong Kong's Hot New Hotels

Luxury hoteliers scale new heights.

Aboard The $200,000 Space Flight

Richard Branson's SpaceShipTwo prepares for take-off.

Best Travel iPhone Apps

Our tech experts share their personal favorites for Apple's iPhone.

The Battle For Private Jets

Industry's chief executives sound off on their PR war.

The Case For Private Jets

Industry executives sound off on their PR battle to make solo business travel acceptable again.