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Scary Crash, Failed Deal, Then Plan B
MBNA executives reconstructed the behind-the-scenes maneuvers that led to the $35 billion deal with Bank of America.
Microsoft to Pay I.B.M. $775 Million in Settlement
The settlement stems from the Justice Department's antitrust case against Microsoft in 1995.
Were the Good Old Days That Good?
The American standard of living was climbing much faster in the 1950's compared with today's erratic gains.
The Fallout from O'Connor's Resignation
With Justice Sandra Day O'Connor leaving the Supreme Court, few expect a dismantling of rulings on rights of women and minorities to equal hiring and education opportunities.
In Seeking Unocal, Chevron Ruffles an Asian Partner
China National Offshore Oil Corporation's bid for Unocal has forced Chevron into a takeover battle against its largest trading partner in China.
The Big Tug of War Over Unocal
As the lobbying heats up in Washington over Unocal, the battle lines in the takeover contest are now drawn clearly, if oddly, by its suitors.
A Deft Balance in Orchestrating China's Oil Offer
The chairman of the oil company bidding to buy Unocal must prove loyalty to Chinese leaders while persuading the U.S. that the deal is only about commerce.
Initial Panic Selling Followed by a Numbing Business as Usual
Markets across Europe were thrown into turmoil after the deadly rush-hour explosions in London, but they recouped much of their losses by day's end.
Disney Mends Rift With Kin of Founder
The Walt Disney Company and Roy E. Disney have patched things up, ending a battle over corporate governance.
VNU Agrees to Buy IMS Health for $6.7 Billion
The merger plans, announced this morning, come amid continuing consolidation in the media, marketing and information services industries.
Cancer Drugs Offer Hope, but Expense Worries Doctors and Patients
At $10,000 or more per month, new cancer therapies may further fuel runaway health care costs and block some people from being treated.
Off the World Stage, Taking a Role in Venture Capitalism
One of Silicon Valley's most famous venture firms will announce Wednesday that former Secretary of State Colin L. Powell is joining the firm as a part-time partner.
S.&P. 500 Hits 4-Year High
The Standard & Poor's 500-stock index closed at a four-year high, buoyed by several days worth of positive economic and corporate earnings reports.
Upbeat Reports Send S.& P. to Highest Close in 4 Years
The Standard & Poor's 500-stock index closed at its highest level in four years, after good earnings news from Apple, lower-than-expected inflation in June and stronger-than-expected retail sales.
Settlement Is Reached With Enron
The Enron Corporation finally settled claims that it played a major role in the energy crisis of 2000 and 2001.
Robin Hoods or Legal Hoods?
A law firm that spent decades winning lawsuits against huge corporations is now in the cross hairs of a government investigation.
Whirlpool Makes Unsolicited Bid for Maytag, Creating 3-Way Race
Whirlpool made a surprise $1.36 billion bid for Maytag, possibly igniting a three-way takeover battle for the appliance maker.
Pacemakers by Guidant Have Flaw
Guidant told doctors that nine of its older pacemaker models were prone to failing and that some patients might need to have the units replaced.
Intel Says Earnings Rose 16% in Quarter
Intel's profit rose 16 percent because of healthy growth in the computer industry and strong demand for notebook computers.
In Takeover Dance, the Chinese Miss a Step
Two times this week a large Chinese company has been dealt a setback in its attempt to acquire major American assets, but don't count the Chinese out just yet.
Deal on Pollutant Cleanup Pushed to Save Energy Bill
The oil industry has agreed to help clean up spills of a gasoline additive that is fouling groundwater in exchange for protection against lawsuits.
Sony BMG Called Close to Settlement With Spitzer
The New York attorney general is close to a settlement with Sony BMG Music Entertainment over its use of improper tactics to influence radio programmers.
Who's Afraid of China Inc.?
China is both an engine of economic globalization and an emerging military power. In symbolic shorthand, it is Wal-Mart with an army.
Merck's Case Withstands First Week of Punches
After a week of heavy blows, Merck's defense in the first Vioxx trial showed some cracks. But it is still standing.
Split in US union movement
Two US unions representing more than three million workers leave the main federation, in the worst split for 70 years.
An Analyst Receives a Time Out From Altera
Tad LaFountain has often written negatively about the strategies or prospects of the companies he followed. Not once did a company retaliate, he said. Until now.
House Approves Free Trade Pact
The House narrowly approved the Central American Free Trade Agreement in one of the year's hardest-fought legislative battles.
Shake-Up at DaimlerChrysler
Dieter Zetsche, a well-regarded executive who turned around the money-losing Chrysler division, will succeed Jürgen Schrempp as chairman of DaimlerChrysler.
Interest Is Now Turning Toward Younger Murdoch
Now that Lachlan Murdoch has stepped down from the News Corporation, the spotlight is turning toward James Murdoch, chief executive of British Sky Broadcasting.
How Wall Street Wrecked United's Pension
The money managers walked away unscathed. The airline's employees and pensioners and the federal pension guarantor will have to pick up the bill.
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