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Tax

A Carbon Tax Could Eliminate Tax Inversions

As tax inversion deals increase, two experts propose a quirky solution: use a carbon tax to fund an overhaul of the U.S. corporate tax code.
Capital Markets

Jilted at the NASDAQ Altar

A key investor balks at buying IPO shares in Vascular Biogenics, voiding trading in the stock only six days after the biotech firm went public.
M&A

Cash Deal for Chiquita Likely to End Tax Inversion Plan

Cutrale and Safra's $611 million takeover bid could scuttle the banana brand's attempt to move its domicile for tax purposes.
Capital Markets

Will Alibaba Stock Attract Enough U.S. Investors?

Alibaba may be the most anticipated IPO since Facebook, but underwriters may have to scramble to get institutional investors and mutual funds to buy shares.
The Economy

Recession’s Aftershocks Linger for U.S. Households

Although a majority of U.S. households say they’re doing OK, many say they’re still worse off financially compared with 2008.
Growth Strategies

Media and Entertainment CFOs: Time to Invest

Finance chiefs at media and entertainment firms say the economy has recovered, but many of the challenges presented by the transition to digital remain.
People

Worker Productivity On the Rise, DoL Study Says

The study results, as well as shrinking unemployment, are tied to increasing demand.
Capital Markets

Malaysian Airlines to Delist After $429 Million Buyout

Badly hurt by the loss of two planes, the company tries to stem losses by suspending trading.
Analytics

Big Data, Little Security

At many companies, big-data systems lack the security seen in other enterprise software.
Risk Management

Geopolitical Risk a Nonissue for Investors in Israeli Startups

Despite the conflict in Gaza, Israeli companies are raising capital and completing deals, although some employees have been called away on military duty.
Accounting & Tax

The 15 Most Profitable Businesses to Be In

Accounting tops the list among privately-held businesses, but sectors of health care and real estate have rebounded nicely and dominate the rankings.
Analytics

Are You Looking for the Right Data Scientist?

The position has become very popular, but the hire could be a disaster if you don't ask a key question in the interview.
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