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Fox Business: What’s next for markets?

Summer has been anything but sleepy, thanks to our friends across the Atlantic. Will the mess in Europe creep further West? I discussed market predictions and more with Neil Cavuto and the Fox Business All Stars

Fox Business Cavuto: A Tax on Fido (Mamma Mia!)

Italian Parliament actually debated a bill to start taxing pets (well, their owners to be more exact), in order to bridge fiscal shortfalls.  Instead of drawing a line in the sand and dealing with their underlying spending problem, ideas like this are hair brained enough to be worthy of the Scooby Doo crew.  Is this state of desperation a vision of the future for America? I discussed this and more with Neil Cavuto and Fox Business All Stars.

Fox Business: Higher taxes the solution to US debt problem?

If politicians that make budget cuts area threatened with recalls (ahem, Wisconsin), is there any incentive in Washington for fiscal responsibility? My recent discussion with Neil Cavuto and the Fox Business All Stars on debt, paying it down and finding fiscal stability as a nation.

Apple’s wild ride

Apple’s stock has had its shares of ups and downs in the past two months. Overvalued or priced just right?  Monica Mehta speaks with Fox’s Neil Cavuto.

Does an ‘all you can fly airline’ have wings?


It’s great to see some creativity in the aviation space, and not just with new ways to jam passengers with fees. Upstart Surf air is launching regional service between Los Angeles and San Francisco following a membership only all you can fly model that is sure to turn heads.  Monica Mehta speaks with Fox Business’s Elizabeth MacDonald to discuss this and more.

Two thumbs up from the SBA!

The SBA Small Business Bulldog recommends you read my recent Bloomberg BusinessWeek column on organizing your personal finances before start-up.

 

Can a technology bull revive the economy?

Yelp stock rises more than 60% in its first day of trading.  As internet IPOs add excitement to the markets, investors speculate if a booming technology sector can revive economy at large.  Monica Mehta, Fortune’s Adam Lashinsky and trader Jonathan Hoenig speak with Fox’s Neil Cavuto to discuss the day’s news making stories.

BusinessWeek: Structuring a Business with Investors in Mind


In the early days of starting a business, you might be tempted to gloss over ownership structure, equity stakes, and other seemingly boring details. After all, you might think, as long as you keep taxes low, paperwork uncomplicated, and partners motivated, better to deal with the big stuff first. But these decisions can have a significant cost down the road, particularly for entrepreneurs who seek outside investors.  Read more of my latest column at businessweek.com

Can the average investor get a piece of the Facebook IPO?

It’s speculated that when Facebook goes public, only 5% of total shares will be offered for sale.  With high expected demand for shares, it’s unlikely that anyone but super clients of preferred broker dealer will get access on IPO day.  The Power & Money power panel discussed this and more with Fox’s David Asman.

Occupy Apple?

Apple is facing a user backlash from some of its dedicated fanbase. AfterThe New York Times ran a seven-page expose on worker conditions at the Foxconn factory in China, which produces products for Apple among other top electronics brands, Apple’s biggest fans are calling for change.