U.S. stocks rose, heading for a sixth week of gains, after BB&T Corp. said housing markets are stabilizing and better-than-expected gauge of confidence drove consumer shares higher. Source: Bloomberg News Date: 4/17/2009 Keys: Economy, stock market, investing Link: http://www.bloomberg.com Questions for discussion: How does the latest stock market and economic news compare to your sense… Read more »
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Madoff’s Secret: Keep Mum When Asked About Methods
Bernard Madoff conned even the most sophisticated of clients, such as Fairfield Greenwich Group, through a simple tactic whenever he was asked probing questions: He refused to answer or he lied.. Source: Bloomberg News Date: 4/03/2009 Keys: Investing, government, regulation, ethics, law Link: http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601170&refer=special_report&sid=asYX4sfz1XhY Questions for discussion: What lessons did you learn about risk and… Read more »
