Articles related to "Enron"

Enron is the third largest corporate collapse of the 21st century behind WorldCom and Lehman Brothers. Here is a historical look at the Enron bankruptcy

Just before 9/11, another collapse was beginning as Enron's financial downturn was under way. This independent film answers the question that was Enron's motto: Ask Why.

An accord with Enron Corp creditors to pay $16M, settling claims it was negligent in auditing and advising the energy giant, starts Arthur Andersen LLP's final chapter.

The practice of selling naming rights for sports stadiums has been very profitable for franchises, but it comes with questions and problems.

Cynical reactions are a big problem for CSR initiatives and severely undermine the value of such efforts.

This collection of Krugman's columns for the New York Times from 1999 to 2003 explains why economic policy at that time favored those with political connections.

Arena and stadium name branding is growing more expensive, complex and riskier for teams, facility owners and sponsors. Fans protect Candlestick and Yankee stadium names.

Auto racing drivers cover their uniforms with ads but baseball, football and basketball are holding the line against uniform ads. Is "the integrity of the game at stake?"

Houston Astros, Rockets and Aeros, Six Flags Water World, Houston Heights and River Oaks Boulevard, bluebonnets, harbor sights and hubble telescope are city's big treats.

No matter the time frame or investment cycle, just starting out or a seasoned investor, it pays to be aware of common investor mistakes.

Michael Useem's The Go Point provides interesting reading of decisions in well known and significant events along with a cataloging of fifty components of good decisions.

What a thrill it is for this green generation to see the President and the First Lady educating the public on gardening in an environmentally-friendly way.

Ethical business practices can be adopted by all businesses in order to improve corporate citizenship, increase consumer confidence and protect brand value.

Earnings Management occurs when managers manipulate financial statements to make what they wished have happened from what actually happened.

Futures and options and are not for the amateur or uninitiated investor. Only the individual can make that decision but don't let false assuptions make up your mind.

When banks are deemed "too big to fail" and government rewards that failure, there could be serious consequences -- both good and bad. We need answers - not platitudes.

This is a list of bullet points for what we heard Bob Brinker say about the market and economy on "Moneytalk."

Young employees entering the workforce approach it differently than those before; unsatisfied, demonstrate less loyalty, and put personal priorities above work.

Cognitive psychology research explores effects of fixed versus growth mindsets on learning, effort, and achievement in relationships, education, sports, and business.

Could North American society be drifting into a dark age? Jane Jacobs provides criticism and insight into this possibility.

Universities play a major role in the education of employees when dealing with ethics. Because of major scandals over the last few years, this role is even more important

Public anger is growing at the way in which senior executives are paid while average workers are struggling to get by.

This is a persuasive argument that making exclusively downside bets on stocks carries greater profit potential.

Who says there is no free lunch? There is at taxpayer expense for those able to lobby the government for benefits to operate golf courses, airlines, utilities and more.

Despite a major housing bubble, location still mattered and will always matter going forward.

Every NFL draft has its surprises and miscalculations. This year's first pick may be one of the biggest blunders in many years.

A true leader has the ability to give meaning to a crisis event and turn it into an opportunity for growth. The key to building trust is empathy.

What is the future of corporate ethics? Does society have the infrastructure to emphasize social responsibility to future generations?

Bernard Madoff's $50 billion Ponzi scheme bankrupted nonprofit organizations, and triggered suicides. Ira Sorkin, a former SEC prosecutor, is acting in his defense.

Atlas/Columbia's The International is a tightly constructed conspiracy thriller starring Clive Owen, Naomi Watts and Armin Mueller-Stahl

Some suggest that leniency should be granted Conrad Black on the grounds of "fairness" as his crimes were not as serious as some others. Black is where he should be.

Governance is both a legal requirement of many business operations and an opportunity to practice corporate social responsibility.

In 2002, a young Afghanistan taxi driver named Dilawar was transported to a living hell that ended in subjection to torturous interrogations and ultimate death.

Contrary to popular belief, the current Wall Street fiasco was caused by bad government policies and disastrous intervention. More intervention will only make it worse.

There are several varieties of white collar crimes. A common term associated with these types of offences is fraud but there are many others like bribery and extortion.

Our reaction to lapses in leadership integrity depends on our expectations of them. We need to be clear what integrity means and what we can expect of leaders.

Arrested Development was aired on Fox beginning in 2003, and sadly lasted only three seasons. Produced and narrated by Ron Howard, it catapulted the cast into stardom.

How many high school students admit to cheating recently? Statistics show cheating is at an all time high.

It takes a concerted effort from an individual perspective to ensure higher levels of self esteem are maintained during turbulent times.

Moore's documentary of the issues leading to the War in Iraq include the close ties between the Bush family and the Bin Ladens and the billions being made in the war.

As efforts percolate in Congress to water down much of the Investor Protection Act of 2002, a new investors handbook could become an investors Bill of Rights.