The 7 Worst Ways to Rescue Detroit
Automakers will get a bailout—but it won't help if done wrong.
U.S. President elect Barack Obama gives his victory speech to supporters during an election night gathering in Chicago.
7 Ways for Obama to Save the Housing Market
The Ticker
Kirk Shinkle
CAPITAL COMMERCE
Jim Pethokoukis
Sen. Richard Shelby, D-Ala., the ranking member on the Senate Banking Committee, right, and huddles with committee Chairman Chris Dodd, D-Ct., left, on Capitol Hill in Washington, Tuesday, July 15, 2008, during testimony by Federal Reserve Board Chairman Ben Bernanke on the economy.
Should You Be Worried About Bank Failures?
A Ford Explorer and Lincoln Navigator are displayed in front of Ford's Michigan Truck Plant in Wayne, Mich., May 23, 2008.
Why GM's Latest Moves Aren't Enough
Federal Reserve
Trader Vincent Vincent Quinones, foreground right, gathers with other traders on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, Tuesday March 18, 2008. Wall Street gave up some of its steep gains Tuesday while investors digested the Federal Reserve's decision to cut interest rates by three-quarters of a percentage point. Many investors had expected a cut of a full percentage point.
Bank Stocks Show Signs of a 180
The Fed rescue may mark a turning point for investor confidence.
The Dollar
A hand holding a miniature dollar.
Dissecting the Declining Dollar
The ever weakening greenback could have further to fall.
Warren Buffett
Buffett Passes Gates as the World's Richest Man
Forbes puts the legendary investor's net worth at $62 billion.
One-hundred dollar bill in the grass.
Thrive During a Recession
Lean times can mean opportunity for consumers with financial stability.
Tech Investor Jacob Is Cautious on Google
At $18.8 billion, it could be the biggest American stock issue yet.
5 Ways to Invest in the Infrastructure Boom
Billions of dollars are pouring into water and transportation projects around the globe—with hundreds of billions to come.
Agriculture
Cornstalks in Beech, Iowa, October 2003.
Cashing In on the Commodities Boom
What's behind rising crop prices.
General Motors
GM's Stutter-Step Recovery
Its huge annual loss isn't as bad as it sounds, but GM still can't capitalize on good news.
THE GOLD STANDARD
FILE Gold bullion bars are seen for sale at Manfra, Tordella and Brookes, Inc. January 9, 2003 in New York City. The price of gold has risen by nearly 30 percent over the past year with investors looking for stability as war with Iraq has become more likely.
Gold Hits a Record $1,000 an Ounce
The weak dollar, soaring oil prices, and fears of inflation keep pushing the price higher.
What to Know About Bush's Mortgage Plan
Mortgage moves will aid only a small group of borrowers—and only those who ask for help.
From the Fund Manager
Stocks to Watch: Rails and Oil Drillers
Hodges Fund comanager would take a flier on airlines, too.
ENERGY
Light-Bulb Revolt: Incandescent Fans Rise Up
From oven lights to spotlights, there's a lot of worry about the phase-out.
