Jul 18, 2006 by Alex Dumortier, CFADiscover Learns to NetworkAfter its agreement with First Data, Discover will be accepted at small- and medium-sized merchants.
Jul 14, 2006 by Alex Dumortier, CFASEC Soft on Soft DollarsThe SEC clarifies what acceptable practice is when it comes to soft dollars.
Jul 13, 2006 by Alex Dumortier, CFAAnother Japanese-Korean Truce?The Tokyo Stock Exchange and Korea Exchange announcement of a collaboration agreement is one sign of a change exchanges industry.
Jul 12, 2006 by Alex Dumortier, CFATracking Allied WorldThis IPO might indicate whether investors are ready to put money into insurance companies.
Jul 11, 2006 by Alex Dumortier, CFAFannie and Freddie's Fall From GraceA look at the degree to which the ground has shifted under Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac's feet.
Jul 11, 2006 by Alex Dumortier, CFAMasterCard Takes a SwipeWill the EC put an end to MasterCard's cross-border interchange fees?
Jul 10, 2006 by Alex Dumortier, CFATaking the Cowen to MarketA boutique investment bank returns to the public markets.
Apr 10, 2006 by Alex Dumortier, CFACNBC's "Portfolio Challenge" FallacyAn eight-week contest is no way to determine your investing acumen.
Mar 15, 2006 by Alex Dumortier, CFAAlderwoods' New Lease on LifeThe death-care provider's latest numbers suggest a swing toward profitability.