Business News
Here’s Everything Warren Buffett Announced in His Thanksgiving Letter
Buffett's Thanksgiving letter will become an annual tradition as he steps away from writing Berkshire's annual report.
By Sherin Shibu
Shareholders
Business News
He Bought Nvidia Stock in 1993. Now It’s the Backbone of His $8.8 Billion Net Worth.
Venture capitalist Mark Stevens is Nvidia's second-largest shareholder.
By Sherin Shibu
Business Accounting
What Is Equity and How Do You Calculate It for Shareholders? Here’s What You Need to Know.
Understanding equity is key to being an intelligent business owner. Learn how to calculate equity for shareholders in this detailed guide.
By David James
Business News
Twitter Board ‘Unanimously Recommends’ Elon Musk’s Bid to Purchase Company
The board said in a new SEC filing that the deal is in the 'best interests of Twitter and its stockholders.'
By Emily Rella
Business News
Shares Of Union Pacific Are About To Leave The Station
A look at the long-term chart of monthly Union Pacific (NYSE: UNP) candlesticks makes one thing glaringly evident. This stock is in a long-term uptrend and only going higher. Based...
Business News
Elon Musk’s Net Worth Takes $50 Billion Hit in Two Days After CEO Contemplates Selling Off 10 Percent of Company Stock
The automaker's decline in shares means Musk's lead over Bezos as the world's richest person has narrowed to $83 billion, as per Bloomberg.
Business News
Twitter Followers Vote ‘Yes’ to Elon Musk Selling Off 10 Percent of His Tesla Stock
Elon Musk asked his Twitter followers on Saturday if he should sell 10 percent of his company stock. The poll received more than 3.5 million votes.
Business Accounting
For the Price of One Share of Stock, You Could Influence a Billion-Dollar Company
Individual shareholders can drive big changes when they are actively involved in corporate governance.
Business News
Do You Own Your Shares? You Might Not
When purchasing and transferring shares in a private company, make sure you dot all the i's and cross all the t's, before later claims are made to your hard-earned success.
Business News
Twitter Shareholders Will Vote on Turning the Company Into a Cooperative Owned by its Users
On May 22, Twitter shareholders will vote on whether to investigate a radical proposal: Turning the social network into a cooperative owned by its users.
By Rob Price
Business News
Samsung Might Soon Be Splitting in Two
On Tuesday, Samsung will disclose plans to boost shareholder value.
By Reuters
Building a Business
How Your First Board of Directors Shapes Your Company
Extending control to others is a big step. Make sure you choose the right mix of leadership and industry experience.
By Ray Zinn
Thought Leaders
Alphabet’s Eric Schmidt: Entrepreneurs Risk It All to Change the World for the Better
Tired of complacency, the chairman emphasized the importance of invention and collaboration to solve society's challenges at Google's first stockholders meeting as Alphabet.
Building a Business
Facebook Hit With Lawsuit Over Plan to Issue New Stock
The lawsuit says that Zuckerberg 'wishes to retain this power, while selling off large amounts of his stockholdings, and reaping billions of dollars in proceeds.'
By Reuters
Building a Business
Bezos Defends Amazon’s Company Culture in Letter to Shareholders
The message also praised the success of Amazon Web Service and Amazon Prime.
By Reuters
Building a Business
How to Infuse Social Entrepreneurship Into Your Business and Still Make a Buck
Yes, you can make the world a better place and accomplish shareholder objectives at the same time.
By Alane Adams
Building a Business
A Benefit Corporation Can Have a Positive Impact on the World — and Still Make a Profit
Consider these five factors if you're interested in reincorporating to help social and environmental causes while maintaining your bottom line.
By Gene Bulmash
Building a Business
HP Faces Counter Suit From Autonomy’s Mike Lynch Over $11 Billion Deal
The CEO is suing HP for $150 million in damages accusing the company of making false and negligent statement about him.
By Reuters
Thought Leaders
Of Course Corporations Are People
Big corporations are just small businesses that grew up. And they are all run by and for people.
By Steve Tobak
Business News
Despite Big Fuel Savings, Airlines Don’t Expect Lower Fares
Carriers in the U.S. said they will save millions of dollars in fuel costs, but won't be passing that savings along to passengers.
By Reuters
Business News
American Apparel Founder Dov Charney Is ‘Suing Everyone’
With supposedly only $100,000 in his bank account, majority shareholder Charney told a reporter he is going after all those who did him wrong.
By Laura Entis
Business News
Lululemon Founder Won’t Go Down Without a Fight
Chip Wilson -- the yoga-retailer's founder and ousted Chairman -- is reportedly working with Goldman Sachs to gain more influence over the company he founded back in 1998.
By Laura Entis
Business Accounting
Done Deal: Red Lobster Restaurant Chain Sold for $2.1 Billion
Golden Gate Capital, a private equity firm with experience in the restaurant industry, picks up the casual dining seafood chain from Darden Restaurants, Inc.
By Laura Entis
Human Resources
How Being Both the Chief Executive and Chief Shareholder Doesn’t Always Mix
Usually, it is best to be the boss and biggest shareholder. But there are three ways it could hurt your business.
By Jay Turo