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Ten Worst Holiday Gifts

Ten Worst Holiday Gifts
It's been a rough year, but there are still clients and employees to consider this holiday season. What do they want and what do they really hate to get? Check our guide before hitting the stores because all gifts are not created equal. View Interactive Feature
Revenge of the Tie

Revenge of the Tie

Corporate America is going back to formal—clothing that is. Casual Friday is out, suits and ties are in. When getting ready, dress the part. Read more
Embarrassment of Riches

Embarrassment of Riches

Wal-Mart has $8 billion. Coach has $9.9 million. Polo has $9.3 million. Retailers who managed to build up their cash reserves despite the downturn may be finally ready to put their money to work. Read more
Timing Is Everything

Timing Is Everything

What's a luxury watchmaker to do when people use iPhones and BlackBerrys to tell time? Get some help from celeb friends like Cindy Crawford, of course. Read more
Party Poopers

Party Poopers

With layoffs, downsizing, and pay cuts plaguing many companies, it's no surprise that holiday parties are taking a backseat. But some creative firms are finding a way to include some holiday cheer. Read more
Back to Basics

Back to Basics

Luxury has usually escaped retail's recession woes, but this downturn leaves the sector with fewer players and new rules. Read more
Scandal Chic

Scandal Chic

Martha, Bernie and Skilling all know that what you wear when accused in a financial scandal can go a long way in gaining public sympathy, infamy, and even forgiveness. Read more
Career in One

Career in One

Many a promotion and deal have been sealed on the links. How to golf with the boss—and score big in the boardroom. Read more
Eat Sheets

Eat Sheets


From steak to sushi, chilies to cheese, menus are more varied than ever. How to master the fine art of dining. Read more

Survival of the Fittest

Survival of the Fittest

Swimming with sharks is always scary, but sometimes the risk pays off, as many entrepreneurs found out this season of Shark Tank on ABC.

Comfort Coupe

Comfort Coupe

It may not have as many amenities as the Passat, but VW's new CC is a sleek alternative to pricier sedans.

The Perfect White Shirt

The Perfect White Shirt

Details: How to choose the one that's right for you.

Rare Luxury

Rare Luxury

The wealthy are not ready to part with their Louis Vuitton purses and Hublot watches, but they are placing a higher premium on exclusivity—and reigning in their spending.

Crossing Over

Crossing Over

Volvo downsizes to luxury compact crossover with features that aim to keep drivers attentive and accident-free.

Killer Instinct

Killer Instinct

A chat with reality guru Mark Burnett, who’s fishing for another hit with Shark Tank.

Real Business, Real Results

Hostile deals can be risky and difficult to pull off, but for some, such as Kraft, the odds are worth it.

Dealmaker Robert Greenhill takes his firm out of the private equity business.

with established private air player like NetJets feeling the pain, can upstarts still take off?

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The Google Universe

Google Takes on the World

Google is using its domination of search advertising to confront Amazon, Microsoft, Apple, and others. It can't possibly succeed everywhere at once. Or can it? Read More