In 2007-2008, accounting rule-makers changed the way that companies are required to account for the merger or acquisition of businesses from the existing "purchase method" to a new "acquisition method ...

Companies frequently buy the stock of other companies. Sometimes it's just an investment; other times it reflects the desire to exert influence over the investee. The dividing line between the two ...

J.B. Maverick is an active trader, commodity futures broker, and stock market analyst 17+ years of experience, in addition to 10+ years of experience as a finance writer and book editor. Andy Smith is ...

Small-business owners and managers have a responsibility to lead their employees in the pursuit of company goals. To do that, they need to let employees know what they are expected to do and how they ...