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Backstory

At the end of its reel?

Despite predictions of its demise, blockbuster has managed to survive -- and sometimes even thrive -- for years. But a dismal holiday season could prove to be a death knell for the movie rental chain.


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Community

Regulatory

Pay for say

The proposed SEC rule banning certain political contributions could have a big impact on advisers' activities.


Industry Insight

Two steps back

Weakening the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.


Judgment Call

Extra credit

Acquisition financing in 2010: Trends from 2009


Editor's Note

Transactions: Feb. 8, 2010

Washington has succeeded in demonizing the financial markets.



More insights

Dealmakers

Signal and noise

The stock market has plenty to say to public company dealmakers. Not all of it makes perfect sense -- but none of it can be ignored.


Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy, Japan style

It would be a big mistake to confuse the JAL filing with anything resembling Chapter 11. And it's not just the politics.


Private Equity

Steady state investor

A conversation with CalSTRS chief investment officer Christopher Ailman on private equity, the economy and the future.


Deals

Ready to roll

Will online gaming finally consolidate despite fragmented regulations?


View from the City

Back on track

Auction or IPO? The dual track approach may not always be a sign of shareholder muscle.


Deals

Flying solo

Several tech firms staved off hostile overtures in the downturn, and in many cases, their fights for independence appear justified.


Follow the Money

New rules at the door

The FDIC and the Fed agree on guidelines for blind pools to bid on failed banks.


Arbitrage

Arbitrage: Feb. 8, 2010

Novartis will likely face a standoff with Alcon's special committee. Baker Hughes entered a timing agreement with regulators.


Media Maneuvers

New journalism

Covering business and finance has never seemed so central, which raises a fundamental question: Who's better, the wonkish or the glib?


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