Thinking about starting a business? These 10 states saw more startup activity than anywhere else nationwide, according to the Kauffman Index of Entrepreneurial Activity.

Profits are a necessity, says a new book by a French design team, but sustainability and simple pleasure matter, too.

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From dream cars to family time, these entrepreneurs have sacrificed a lot.

Small businesses are hiring -- just not at the same pace as they once did. One reason: They're more efficient and don't need as many workers.

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The scrap heap is piled high with lousy cars. But a few famous flops deserve a little reconsideration.

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While most people dream of the day they can retire, many college professors plan to put it off or work until their final years.

Investors are worried about when the Federal Reserve will end its bond buying program. But the Fed isn't as important as you think.

The former Fed chair's take on equity-risk premiums is seriously flawed.

There has been some concern about Tom Wheeler's lobbyist past and his role as a top Obama fundraiser. Is it warranted?

Massachusetts voters heard a lot about private equity last night, but not all of it was accurate.

This is not the typical leadership tumult of a troubled company with activist investors or a crumbling board.

On Jun 18, Zacks Investment Research upgraded Brown & Brown to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).

With indexes near all-time highs, lots of stocks are looking good, but here are the best of the best. These large-cap stocks are showing relative strength as they create new 52-week highs.

On Jun 18, Zacks Investment Research upgraded Umpqua Holdings to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).

Learn about the conspicuously disclosed fees that lurk within your 401(k) investments.

Will a rising or falling dollar hurt you or your company? In this article we explore the impact of currency converisons on consumers, comanies, and countries.

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As almost always seems to be the case these days, any major news item is interpreted bullish — no matter what the actual news is.

T. Doug Dale, co-founder, Concilion Capital discusses the Fed's statement, Ben Bernanke's news conference and Wall Street's reaction.

What to watch out for, and whom to trust, when it’s time to clear out a home.

The word dollar is enough to quiet the conscience, research shows.

Understanding upfront costs, resale issues and contract details is essential before you or your parents sign up for a continuing care retirement community.

Just two weeks after announcing that the Xbox One would require an Internet connection and prevent the free exchange of used games, Microsoft abruptly changed its stance and abandoned both policies.

A new, faster version of Wi-Fi was officially rubber-stamped Wednesday.

Chinese billionaire Wang Jianlin is making waves in the United Kingdom.

Dunkin' Donuts isn't exactly known as a dieter's paradise, but it'll soon have the gluten-free crowd covered.

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The U.K. government is actively preparing to start unwinding its ownership of two of the country's biggest banks, which it bailed out during the financial crisis.

For the first time General Motors is the car company with the best quality, according to J.D. Power & Associates' annual automotive survey released Wednesday.

A new app that launched Wednesday allows owners of the pioneering Lytro light field camera to upload their photos directly to their iPhones to edit and share them with friends.

Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney was unexpectedly appointed as the next head of the Bank of England, succeeding Mervyn King

Ottawa announced Monday that Canadians can contribute a total of $5,500 a year to their Tax Free Savings Accounts starting in 2013

The real estate industry has ramped up its attack on rules making it harder to borrow, but its challengers face a big obstacle — mortgage restrictions are working exactly the way the government wants them to

The big picture will come Tuesday, when the OECD provides its latest reading on the global economy — and where Canada stands in the mix

Here are strategies that should help you navigate Cyber Monday and enjoy the best possible prices this year