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5 Best Global Stocks for 2008
Fortune offers five plays that should reward investors in 2008 - even if the U.S. economy weakens. They include the Bank of Ireland, Mobile Telesystems, iShares MSCI Brazil Index, GlaxoSmithKline and Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan.
Top foreign stocks for 2008 - FORTUNE
Google's Next Big Dream
A lofty new strategy aims to put incredible computing power in the hands of many.
Google and the Wisdom of Clouds: BusinessWeek Cover Story
A New Breed of Billionaire
The global wealth boom has created a new breed of billionaire in once-destitute countries, and a number of them are using their wealth to push for social changes.
A New Breed of Billionaire - New York Times
Ad Trends of the Year
Here are the most effective brand campaigns in 2007. These creative innovations that have had an effect on the marketing industry --and will continue to influence it in the coming year. These include the world's second largest city stopping advertising, 'name your own price' downloads, community that calls the shots, branded utilities and much more.
The Year in Advertising Photo Gallery of Top Trends
Best & Worst Digital Picture Frames
Liven up your desk and den with digital displays. Consumer Reports takes a look at one of the year's new hot gifts and gives its top recommendations. Smartparts earned their top overall score. Other recommendations include Philips, Pandigital and Insignia. Polaroid is rated worst.
ConsumerReports.org - Digital picture frames ConsumerReports.org - Digital picture frames, Ratings
Home Theaters: Less Is More
Not too long ago when some mentioned their home theater, it might have conjured up images of a mansion with a giant screening room. These days, many consumers envision a home theater setup on a somewhat smaller scale: a giant-screen high-definition television, booming surround sound, and a fancy entertainment console on which to display their goods. The minimalist look popularized by the Apple iPod is finding its way into your living room.
Home Theaters: Less Is More Photo Gallery of Home Theaters Today
Here are the most effective brand campaigns in 2007. These creative innovations that have had an effect on the marketing industry --and will continue to influence it in the coming year. These include the world's second largest city stopping advertising, 'name your own price' downloads, community that calls the shots, branded utilities and much more.
The Year in Advertising Photo Gallery of Top Trends
Best & Worst Digital Picture Frames
Liven up your desk and den with digital displays. Consumer Reports takes a look at one of the year's new hot gifts and gives its top recommendations. Smartparts earned their top overall score. Other recommendations include Philips, Pandigital and Insignia. Polaroid is rated worst.
ConsumerReports.org - Digital picture frames ConsumerReports.org - Digital picture frames, Ratings
Home Theaters: Less Is More
Not too long ago when some mentioned their home theater, it might have conjured up images of a mansion with a giant screening room. These days, many consumers envision a home theater setup on a somewhat smaller scale: a giant-screen high-definition television, booming surround sound, and a fancy entertainment console on which to display their goods. The minimalist look popularized by the Apple iPod is finding its way into your living room.
Home Theaters: Less Is More Photo Gallery of Home Theaters Today
Will Rich Ross really have a positive impact on Disney's movie operations?
Consumers sick of recession, may spend extra on holidays
Corrections, seasonality and Santa Claus
