Beer-Budget Gifts from High-End Brands

Recognizing that even the well-heeled have money problems these days and trying to expand their customer base, many luxury-goods sellers now have something for (almost) everyone. Here’s a rundown of some less-pricey goodies you…

The Most Expensive Gift at 12 American Retailers

Want to be an extra-generous Santa in 2010? Try buying the most expensive item at each of 12 popular U.S. retailers. According to an unscientific survey by 24/7 Wall St, that would set you back nearly $15 million (thanks mainly…

J&J Recalls Rolaids Over Metal, Wood Particles

Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) is recalling packages of Rolaids medicines distributed in Canada after consumers complained of finding materials including particles of metal and wood in the products.

McNeil Consumer Healthcare, a unit of Johnson & Jo…

Why Groupon Said ‘No’ to Google

When Google (GOOG) offered to buy Groupon for $6 billion, board members stood to make millions of dollars each. Co-founders Brad Keywell and Eric Lefkofsky could have walked away with $2.4 billion between them.

So why did they say no?

The answer, it…