Bill Gates, founder of Microsoft Corp. (MSFT), sold 2 million shares in the company.
Gates sold the shares in the open market on Nov. 2 at an average price of $27.23, according to an SEC filing. The transaction left Gates with 618,973,551 shares in M…
Some of the best reads for investors from around the Web, including posts on a misunderstanding about kickbacks at Foursquare, the second stimulus plan and the latest in Google perks: servants for its employees.
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As we approach the cyclically sweet period between New Year’s resolutions and swimsuit season, investors may think there are profitable opportunities in companies focused on diet and exercise. But you may be wise not to gorge on the stocks.
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