Corporate Governance

Countrywide Under Promontory Review

Spurred by the SEC and Senator Schumer, Countrywide has hired the respected financial consultancy to review its corporate governance policies

Companies depend on directors to make the tough calls. Here's how to make sure you have the most effective board possible

A recent study shows that, in corporate boardrooms, female directors actually make more than their male counterparts

Corporate directors expert Ken Daly says as businesses change, boards need the "right people who look at the right issues with the right information"

With Stan O'Neal out, the board must decide whether to steer the firm back to its brokerage roots or continue its push into trading

The middleware provider is holding out for a sweeter deal, but Oracle hasn't made another offer and shareholder Carl Icahn is pushing hard for a sale

The best thing is to have a plan of action prepared in advance. That way, you can react swiftly and smartly when a crisis hits

Government oversight, best practices from business leaders, and full disclosure of research findings are all necessary for the science to advance

Boards are irresponsible if they guarantee pay regardless of performance and such boards put themselves and employees at risk

Critics say powerful shareholders are pushing the sale of the HD Supply unit for all the wrong reasons