Priming your investment portfolio for the year ahead

For many unsuspecting investors, 2007 was a year in which the conventional wisdom of safety and risk got a sound thrashing.

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Bewkes set to dismantle media empire

Jeffrey Bewkes, who takes over as chief executive officer of Time Warner Inc next week, may be measured by how quickly he can dismantle the world's largest media company.

Apple hits $200 for the first time

Shares of Apple Inc hit the $200 mark for the first time on Wednesday, as investor confidence in the company continued rising near the end of what has been a strong year for the iPod and computer maker.

Japan stocks end winning streak

Japanese stocks snapped a four-session winning streak yesterday as investors locked in profits on recent gainers such as property firm Mitsui Fudosan in holiday-thinned trade, with Tokyo set to end the year as the world's worst performing major stock market.

Is the Sage of Omaha becoming more acquisitive?

Warren Buffett may be more inclined to acquire industrial companies than to invest in their shares these days.

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Toyota increases 2008 sales forecast

Toyota Motor Corp raised its sales forecast for 2008 to 9.85 million vehicles, cementing the company's lead as the world's most profitable carmaker.