Third-quarter earnings gain diminishes as risks from shutdown rise.

As U.S. tax increases loom, more companies declare one-time cash payments.

As U.S. tax increases loom, more companies declare one-time cash payments.

Companys free cash flow may double over next three years.

Companys free cash flow may double over next three years.

S&P 500 earnings seen gaining just 0.6% in Q1 and Q2 as European slump hits recovery.

Biggest U.S. plans see funding shortfall swell 41%; pension-related charges hit $38.3 bln.

Biggest U.S. plans see funding shortfall swell 41%; pension-related charges hit $38.3 bln.