Where the Affordable Suburbs Are
Demand—and prices—for homes in the best suburbs remains strong. But good deals in good communities exist if you know where to look
Refilling Kraft’s Cookie Jar
CEO Irene Rosenfeld is banking on a raft of new products to boost sales. Can she whip them up before investors lose patience?
Darden’s Demanding, Fulfilling Schedule
The school makes no excuse for its rigorous reputation. Students quickly learn how to work in teams and squeeze in meals, even pizza in a cup
An Embarrassment of Succession Fiascoes
The main cause of the messes at Citigroup and Merrill Lynch is their boards' failures to develop authentic leaders and succession plans
The Great Blanco Hope
The Chicago Fire striker has amped up U.S. pro soccer's star power. Plus, he's helping pull in Latino fans
Y Water? Why Not?
This vitamin-infused, organic water brand is aimed at kids. It's packaged in a bottle that doubles as a toy
Next Target for Alibaba: Consumers
The Chinese B-to-B Internet company's IPO raises $1.5 billion, which will allow a buildup of its online auction site and payment service
Wooing the Next Pepski Generation
PepsiCo is building a potato chip factory in southern Russia and eyeing a deal to take the lead in beverages
Building a Better Brand
Giant companies know their brands are worth a fortune. The key to marketing your business is finding a timeless position and staying focused
When Big Deals Go Bad—and Why
Successful mergers depend on many factors, such as heeding basic business rules and cultural trends rather than egos and personal relationships