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.

Companies are beating earnings estimates at the highest rate in two 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.