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Capex Caution
Bracing for a recession, many companies are reining in capital spending. But some say they must forge ahead. June 1, 2008
Keeping Cash Safe
As the economy sputters, companies are striving to maintain their liquidity. June 1, 2008
Liquidity on Tap at CIT Group
The financing company moves forward with bold plans to stay liquid and nimble into 2009. April 17, 2008
Buyers Be Where?
Auction-rate securities are hitting businesses large and small in the wallet and on the balance sheet. The big question: If no one will buy them, what are they worth? April 1, 2008
SEC Blesses Bond Buybacks
Municipalities had feared the regulator's wrath if they tried to repurchase their auction-rate securities. March 12, 2008
The Shaq Attack on Fair Value
An accountant invokes the world of hoops to disparage fair-value purchase accounting. March 4, 2008
Buyer's Remorse
Share buybacks are expected to be less bountiful in 2008. March 3, 2008
FASB Seeks the Full Monty on Pension Plan Assets
A new rule will force companies to bare it all when it comes to alternative investments held in post-retirement benefit plans. February 13, 2008
Is Your "Cash" in Danger?
Auction-rate securities, which thousands of companies report as a cash equivalent on balance sheets, may be imperiled. February 13, 2008
Beware of the Stimulus Plan Boomerang
The tax benefits of the new economic stimulus proposal come with a big caveat; but the gains still may be worth the short-term boost. January 31, 2008