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SEC charges big accounting firms over audits in China
Andrew Wood Dec 4, 2012
SEC investigates potential accounting fraud against U.S. investors involving Chinese firms publicly traded in U.S.
Adult accessories on the Street of Eternal Happiness
Rob Schmitz Nov 30, 2012
Amid the street's noodle stands, one store dispenses sex aids and advice for shoppers in this conservative culture.
UPDATE: Walmart added as defendant to warehouse workers lawsuit
Mitchell Hartman Nov 30, 2012
Lawyers say Walmart can be held accountable for working conditions, despite contracting out operations and staffing.
Why fast-food workers struggle to unionize
Dan Bobkoff Nov 29, 2012
A walk-out by workers at several fast-food chains in New York marks latest effort to organize an industry with high worker turnover.
Walmart warehouse temps add flexibility -- and save money?
Mitchell Hartman Nov 29, 2012
Walmart's flexible supply chain depends on low-wage "permatemp" workers.
Bangladesh mourns factory worker deaths
Anbarasan Ethirajan Nov 27, 2012
Bangladesh is holding a day of mourning following a deadly garment factory fire. It has emerged the factory was making products for western companies, including Wal-Mart.
Suspicion of Chinese intentions could hurt aviation investments
Rob Schmitz Nov 21, 2012
U.S. criticism of Chinese investment in key technology sectors such as aviation could cost the U.S. opportunities, say experts.
An old friend of the party assesses China's new leaders
Rob Schmitz Nov 19, 2012
Sidney Rittenberg is one of the few Americans to join China's Communist Party. The one-time translator for Mao Tse-tung hopes China's new leaders have the courage to reform.
President's visit to Myanmar poses challenge for China
Rob Schmitz Nov 19, 2012
Up to now, the government of Myanmar, also known as Burma, has held a cozy economic relationship with China, but President Obama's visit signals the country is looking to diversify its portfolio.
New Chinese leadership's policies may benefit U.S.
Rob Schmitz Nov 15, 2012
As China's new leaders take power, some hope they will move away from running surpluses and building up reserves. Such reforms could benefit China and the U.S.
