Long-term plan for debt reduction is needed, rating agencies say.

CEOs say meeting was a good step, but didn't solve impasse.

Disclosing political contributions is most popular topic for shareholder proposals in recent years.

New York set to overtake London this year as city with most financial services workers; Hong Kong close behind.

Cash-rich companies are initiating one-time payments to investors.

Tax change could erode companies' deferred tax assets.

Industry suggests imposing fee on fund withdrawals in times of stress.

Law on disclosing bankruptcy preparations is murky.