Issue: October 11 - 24, 2011

Briefing

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Topic: News & Markets / Strategy

From the editors: Rich nation By James Cowan | October 06, 2011 Some entrepreneurs have slipped and others have surged in our Rich 100 rankings. Either way, it's time to celebrate the best in Canadian business.

Topic: Strategy / Best & Worst

Winners & Losers October 06, 2011 Martha Stewart is back at the top of her company, whereas the CRTC head is being shown the door.

Topic: Investing

The Ode: Goldman's global alpha fund By Joe Castaldo | October 06, 2011 Its 'market neutral' strategy generated billions for investors, and marked a new era in hedge funds.

New Looks September 08, 2011 Graphic-design gurus weigh in on reworked company logos.

Marketing Mavericks November 17, 2011 Advertising that wows for all the right—or wrong—reasons.

Topic: Technology / Energy

Ain't no sunshine By Michael McCullough | October 06, 2011 Tough times for solar—and the pols backing it.

Topic: Investing

The CEO Poll: Solar energy's cloudy future October 06, 2011 With concern rising over costs, should Canadian governments stay away from solar? CEOs offer their opinions.

Analysis

Topic: Strategy

A tiger we'll need to tame By Rana Sarkar | October 06, 2011 Canada's long-term prosperity depends on building a 'useful' brand in India.

Topic: Investing / Technology / Research In Motion

Is RIM shot or a slam dunk? By Chris Umiastowski | October 06, 2011 The BlackBerry maker's on track for two strong quarters, but the future is less clear.

Topic: Strategy

A 'Buffett Tax' for Canada? By Armine Yalnizyan | October 06, 2011 Canada’s wealthy pay less than their American neighbours. Can we ask more?

Topic: Technology / Technology

Voices: Spark to a flame October 06, 2011 Amazon unveils the Kindle Fire and ignites the marketplace—iPad killer or not.

For entrepreneurs, the challenge is clear By Richard Branson | October 06, 2011 Improving the global water supply isn’t just about doing good—it’s one of the biggest market opportunities going.

Features

The Rich 100 2011 October 06, 2011 HIGHLIGHTS Welcome to the 13th Annual Rich 100 , a celebration of the best and brightest in Canadian business. For 2011, the list is both a barometer of how our wealthy and affluent are not immune to world economic chaos, and a testimony to the reality that Canada is still much...

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Topic: Strategy

"This guy bought the Silverdome?" By Joe Castaldo | October 05, 2011 Nobody had heard of Andreas Apostolopoulos until he bought the Pontiac Silverdome. Can the Toronto resident save the stadium and its city with his dream of a professional soccer team?

Topic: Strategy / Canadian Success Stories

Staking out new ground By Emmanuel Samoglou | October 05, 2011 Weatherhaven designs its shelters to withstand horrific climates, from Afghanistan to Antarctica. Entry into the booming Brazilian market required a different kind of survival skill.

Topic: Strategy

An even better choice? By Jeff Beer | October 05, 2011 A bad economy didn't deter Loblaws' luxury grocery gamble. Bacon marmalade, anyone?

Topic: Investing

Europe on the cheap By Bryan Borzykowski | October 05, 2011 Yes, they face trouble on the home front. But European stocks are now oversold.

Performance

Topic: Lifestyle

The Performer: Charles MacPherson, butler By Jacqueline Nelson | October 06, 2011 On the importance of discretion, expecting the unexpected and the real definition of luxury.

Topic: Lifestyle

Anticipation science: how to stay two seconds ahead By Jordan Timm | October 06, 2011 Understanding how our brains anticipate the future helps businesses.

Topic: Lifestyle

Books: The Fall of the House of Forbes By Jordan Timm | October 06, 2011 This inside look at the house the Forbes family built reads as though its author spent years sharpening his knife.

Topic: Lifestyle

Books: The End of Influence By Jordan Timm | October 06, 2011 Without an international economic catastrophe, a major war or game-changing disaster America's economy will lose its power.

Topic: Lifestyle

Books: The Tanning of America By Jordan Timm | October 06, 2011 It’s thanks to hip-hop, if you believe Stoute and plenty of other marketing experts, that it’s foolish to target consumers by race in the traditional way.

Topic: Strategy

Can pay transparency pay off? By Jacqueline Nelson | October 06, 2011 Making salaries public can foster fairness and equality. But your staff are unlikely to love you for it.

Topic: Strategy

Interactive: How the space can boost your work By Jasmine Budak | October 06, 2011 The quest for productivity persists—and so does the research seeking the optimal work environment. Here’s the latest on how workspace can help us get more done.

Trailing Indicator

Topic: Lifestyle

Infographic: Bang for the puck By James Cowan | October 06, 2011 We measured NHL ticket prices against teams' performances. If you care about watching a winning team, Tampa Bay is the best deal. Edmonton is the worst.

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