Matters of Economy
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What Happens Next for the Affordable Care Act
The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday issued its much-anticipated ruling on the Affordable Care Act. New York Times business columnist James B. Stewart offers his early analysis of the ruling.
Jun 29, 2012 -
Germany and Greece Divide Widens in Euro Crisis
Why does Germany continue to dig in its heels on giving economic assistance to Greece? New York Times business columnist James B. Stewart has found a few reasons.
Jun 22, 2012 -
Report Shines Light on MF Global's 'Alternative Calculation'
The collapse this past October of the commodities firm MF Global has remained a high-finance whodunit for months now. How could as much as $1.6 billion in supposedly protected customer assets just disappear?
Jun 15, 2012 -
Assessing the Economic Impact of Gay Marriage Bans
New York Times business columnist James B. Stewart finds indications that gay-friendly places are attracting workers for the high-tech industries of the future.
Jun 8, 2012 -
Yahoo's CEO Blunder
At one time, Yahoo! owned the world's most-visited Internet site. But the company is in turmoil, in part because of increased competition. Find out what the future may hold.
Jun 1, 2012 -
Why So Many Aren't Friends of the Facebook IPO
James B. Stewart, business columnist at The New York Times, joins Jeff Spurgeon to talk about what went wrong with the Facebook stock launch and who bears the responsibility.
May 25, 2012 -
Looking Ahead After Austerity and Elections in Europe
There have been some "getting along" issues lately among European countries that use the Euro. How will these issues be addressed? New York Times business columnist James B. Stewart explains.
May 11, 2012 -
The Downfall of Dewey and LeBoeuf
How the mighty Dewey & LeBoeuf has fallen. This New York-based international law firm, formed less than five years ago by the union of two legendary white-shoe practices with roots ... May 4, 2012
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Corruption That’s Nobody’s Fault
The New York Times recently reported that Wal-Mart’s expansion into Mexico has been accomplished with the help of extensive bribery. Times business columnist James B. Stewart consider... Apr 27, 2012
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Tax Rate Return Redux
There’s a lot of talk about income tax rates this year – from Mitt Romney’s 13.9% rate in 2010, to Warren Buffett’s revelation that he pays a lower rate than his secretary.
Apr 20, 2012