Credit Cards: Battle in Congress
While legislators like Carl Levin want to crack down on the credit-card industry's practices, company execs warn of unforeseen consequences
Capitol Battle over Credit Cards
While legislators like Carl Levin want to crack down on the credit-card industry's practices, company execs warn of unforeseen consequences
Voices Against Chávez in Venezuela
On the eve of the election, voters are nervous about the popular leader's plans to amend the constitution and amass more powers
Indonesia: Poised for Rapid Growth?
Democracy plus low labor costs make the world's largest Muslim country a potential economic powerhouse. One problem: a restrictive legal system
British Tax Plan Could Slam Expats
New proposals would raise taxes for sales of business assets and on long-term foreign nationals. Critics ask, is it time to rein in investment?
The EC’s New Microsoft Rules
Forget the impact on Redmond; the EC antitrust ruling will be felt most by Intel, Google, and other U.S. companies hoping to expand abroad
GM, UAW Closer to a Deal
The two sides are near agreement on a deal that would wipe out GM's long-term health-care liabilities while protecting retiree benefits
Strike Deadline for GM-UAW Talks
The union sets a strike deadline, turning up the heat on GM management to finalize a deal that would protect retiree health-care benefits
Election ’08: Seeking a ‘Tech President’
Technology companies have much at stake in 2008. Here's where the candidates stand on the issues of crucial importance to Silicon Valley
Skilled Immigrants’ March on Washington
While immigrant advocates want more green cards, tech companies also seek more work visas. As workers hit the streets, the debate is just beginning