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

    What Happens Next for the Affordable Care Act
  • 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

    Yahoo's CEO Blunder
  • 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

    Why So Many Aren't Friends of the Facebook IPO
  • 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

    The Downfall of Dewey and LeBoeuf
  • 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

    Corruption That’s Nobody’s Fault
  • 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

    Tax Rate Return Redux