Best Practices

Expanding its production in Pretoria, the car company views Africa as a future engine for global growth.

Cash-strapped countries step up audits, while some companies come up short on local expertise. (Steven Shultz of E&Y)

Passive funds aim to please fee-conscious 401 (k) plan sponsors. (Chip Castille of BlackRock)

Companies pile cash onto the balance sheet, initiate crisis moves but stick to Treasuries for now. (Tom Deas, FMC Corp. treasurer)

Cloud services push leads software giant to accept local payment types in Brazil for the first time.

Financial and political stability keep Brazil attractive despite hurdles. (David Backus, NYU Stern School of Business)