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Small Business Optimism Jumps to 12-Year High in December

The National Federation of Small Business reported Tuesday that its optimism index has reached its highest level since 2004. Half of small business owners now expect the economy, up 38 points since November.

Paul Ausick · 10 years ago

America’s Most Hated Companies

When Time Warner Cable merged with Charter Communications earlier this year and the new public-facing operation rebranded, changing its name to Spectrum, it was likely for good reason. For many Americans, each name had…

Mike Sauter · 10 years ago

6 Trends That Could Cripple the Car Industry

Lost among the latest developments in automobiles is the fact that a sharp drop in car ownership could reshape the industry more than anything else.

Douglas A. McIntyre · 10 years ago

Counties That Voted Most Heavily for Trump in Every State

Donald Trump will officially become president on January 20. His election has prompted a wide range of reactions, from supporters believing he is a populist leader to opponents fearing his rise to power threatens…

Thomas Frohlich · 10 years ago

Exxon, IBM Lead DJIA Slide Monday

Exxon Mobil, IBM, Chevron, and Coke weigh down DJIA Monday. Nasdaq Composity posts new record high before pulling back.

Paul Ausick · 10 years ago

Why 2017 to 2018 Could Be Boom Time for Private Equity

Private equity shops have seen their shares (units) perform rather well since the end of the election, but 2017 might end up being a perfect pro-growth climate needed to let private equity shops thrive.

Jon C. Ogg · 10 years ago

Monday’s Merger That No One Saw Coming

Mergers and acquisitions are a way for companies to come together and complement each other’s business models. However, one acquisition stood out on Monday that had some investors scratching their heads.

Chris Lange · 10 years ago