Why Citi May Need a Merger
Because of the weakness in its capital structure, the financial-services giant may need to pair up with another bank
Tempted by Financials’ Fat Dividends
Share prices of big names like Citi and WaMu have taken such a hit that they now offer eye-popping payouts. Buyer beware
The Analyst Who Rocked Citi
Meredith Whitney's dire predictions shook the financial giant to the core and brought death threats. But Wall Street seems to think she got it right
The Capital Crunch Spreads
Capital levels are tumbling at major banks and brokerages—not just Citigroup—which could crimp earnings and economic growth
Finally, Good News from Nortel
Third-quarter results show a big turnaround. A few more of those—and perhaps an acquisition or two—might bring the company back into favor
The Persistent Credit Crunch
Months after the market began feeling the ill effects of subprime "garbage loans," things still look terrible. Is there light at the end of the tunnel?
Citi: That Sinking Feeling
The banking giant's shares flounder after analysts downgrade the company, citing a lack of capital and exposure to shaky credit pools and subprime mortgages
The Dollar’s Decline: Opportunity Knocks
The dollar may have plunged to a record low against the euro, but the weakness may present good possibilities for U.S. investors