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LinkedIn to Cut 6% of Global Workforce

LinkedIn to Cut 6% of Global Workforce

The Microsoft-owned networking platform said the coronavirus pandemic is having a sustained impact on demand for its recruitment products.

By Lauren Muskett | July 21, 2020

Legal Case Shows Social Networks Can’t Remain Neutral On User Privacy

Legal Case Shows Social Networks Can’t Remain Neutral On User Privacy

The LinkedIn/hiQ case highlights the tension between the desire to protect users' privacy and the free flow of information.

By Ron Moscona | August 23, 2017

Dutch HR Giant to Acquire Monster for $429M

Dutch HR Giant to Acquire Monster for $429M

The takeover by Randstad NV ends Monster's independence after it struggled to compete with the likes of LinkedIn.

By Matthew Heller | August 9, 2016

Microsoft Makes $26B Connection With LinkedIn

Microsoft Makes $26B Connection With LinkedIn

Microsoft's largest-ever acquisition "brings together the world’s leading professional cloud with the world’s leading professional network," its CEO says.

By Matthew Heller | June 13, 2016

LinkedIn Shares Dive on Weak 2016 Guidance

LinkedIn Shares Dive on Weak 2016 Guidance

The social network sheds $11 billion in market value as the stock suffers its sharpest drop since LinkedIn's 2011 initial public offering.

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | February 5, 2016

Finance and Accounting Roundup for Executives

Corporate Finance

Finance and Accounting Roundup for Executives

Be informed, get involved, and shape the world through finance. Here's today's CFO roundup.

By Kerry Maruna | November 2, 2015

LinkedIn Stock Leaps on Strong Q3 Earnings

LinkedIn Stock Leaps on Strong Q3 Earnings

The networking site's talent solutions led the way with a 46% revenue increase as LinkedIn continues to enhance recruiting automation.

By Matthew Heller | October 30, 2015

LinkedIn’s Losses Widen

LinkedIn’s Losses Widen

LinkedIn’s losses are mounting due its aggressive growth spurt, occurring both internally and through acquisitions.

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | August 3, 2015

LinkedIn to Buy Professional Skills Educator

LinkedIn to Buy Professional Skills Educator

Acquisition of lynda.com is highly aligned with the big career site's mission, CEO says.

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | April 9, 2015

In a New Era of Work, Skills Are Lost in Translation

In a New Era of Work, Skills Are Lost in Translation

New ways of getting work done will require a common language of work, paralleling the common language of accounting and finance.

By John Boudreau | March 25, 2015

Tweets, Likes, and +1s: Do They Matter?

Tweets, Likes, and +1s: Do They Matter?

Companies should demand more bottom-line results from their social media marketing, says an HBR professor.

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | March 4, 2015

Wanted: More Accountants

Management Accounting

Wanted: More Accountants

HR professionals say they have more openings for staff accountants than last year, but companies are still exercising restraint when filling positions.

By Iris Dorbian | July 14, 2014

Going Cheep?

The shares of microblogging firm Twitter may not be the bargain investors are hoping for.

By Economist Staff | October 31, 2013

CFOs: Don’t Bare Your Soul on Social Media

CFOs: Don’t Bare Your Soul on Social Media

Would you say that in front of your board of directors? No? Then you shouldn't tweet it or post it on Facebook.

By Marielle Segarra | September 11, 2013

Who Cares About Quarterly EPS for Facebook?

Who Cares About Quarterly EPS for Facebook?

While everyone’s focused on quarterly earnings per share in today’s call, what really matters is whether Facebook is investing to sustain growth and return over the long term. CFOs should listen in.

By Gregory V. Milano | October 23, 2012