All articles from Laurent Belsie
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The New Economy 47 percent vs. 1 percent: the emergence of tax-class warfare
From Mitt Romney's 47 percent gaffe to Warren Buffett's secretary's tax rate, this election is about taxes and who will be saddled with paying back America's huge debt.
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For these four nations, 2012 is worse than the Great Recession
The Great Recession of 2008/09 delivered the worst blow to the global economy since the 1930s. But in a few nations, 2012 is turning out to be worse than 2009 in terms of economic growth. Europe's debt crisis, the general slowing of the world economy, and domestic political troubles have played a role in undercutting 2012 growth for one or more of these four nations. Can you guess who they are?
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The New Economy Jobs outlook is tepid, but investors don't have to be glum
Job growth is subdued and could stay that way well into 2013, but that doesn't mean investors can't profit by choosing stocks wisely. J.P. Morgan is introducing a new Nifty Fifty for the world's emerging markets.
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BP recalls gas in Indiana. You can recall gas?
BP alerts northwest Indiana drivers that their gas may cause hard starts or stalls. Drivers who have experienced such symptoms can call BP for a refund.
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Modern Parenthood China adoption diary: Through the looking glass into the US, and having a blast
Returning from their two-week China adoption, the Belsie family hits the road with new daughter Madeleine Bao Yi, heading for a family reunion. Bao Yi has gone through the looking glass and is having a blast learning new traditions and more about who she is.
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Bumbo baby seats: unsafe at any height
The US has long warned parents not to use Bumbo baby seats on tables. Now, all 4 million Bumbo baby seats are being recalled after reports that they can cause hazardous falls on the floor, too.
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The New Economy $100 million apartment goes up for sale. A penthouse boom?
$100 million apartment in midtown Manhattan is New York's most expensive residence for sale. The $100 million apartment would give owner a nominal 800 percent profit.
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The New Economy Papa John's pizza controversy: Another fast-food chain embroiled in culture war
Papa John's CEO stepped into a political minefield when he said Obamacare would raise the cost of a pizza 15 to 20 cents. But is all the criticism justified?
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Don't avoid investment risk. Control it.
If you want a portfolio that does more than just hold it's own, you're going to need to take on investment risk. Here are tools to help you control investment risk.
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The New Economy US jobs report eases global gloom
The better-than-expected US jobs report suggests the US is not following Europe into recession. But some analysts worry that head winds will keep growth anemic.
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In Gear Toyota recall of RAV4s, Lexuses? Yes, but not yet.
Toyota recall will involve 760,000 RAV4s and 18,000 Lexus HS 250h vehicles because of the potential for rear-suspension arms to fail. But before the Toyota recall, the automaker has to figure out how to fix them.
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Beef recall hits Northeast states
Beef recall involves Hannaford and other retailers whose customers bought ground beef in Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, and Vermont. So far, ground beef recall targets 85 percent lean beef sold in late May and the first half of June.
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Modern Parenthood China adoption diary: A many-Kleenex visit to Grace’s orphanage
Part 7 – China adoption diary: 90 emotional minutes at Grace's orphanage where the outlines of her past take some real shape.
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Modern Parenthood China adoption diary: Maoming or bust – a return to Grace’s hometown
Part 6 – China adoption diary: The sisters wrangle over pigtail pitch, Madeleine becomes a thoroughbred clothes horse, and Mom wonders, "What if Grace’s Chinese mother had any idea that her precious daughter was right here in Maoming for only one day?"
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Modern Parenthood China adoption diary: "Officially ours," Madeleine Bao Yi becomes a Belsie
Part 5 – China adoption diary: After questions from Chinese functionaries – such as "Why did you choose to adopt?" – the Belsie family officially becomes four, with new sister and daughter Madeleine Bao Yi.
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Modern Parenthood China adoption diary: The gotcha day "zap." Love at first sight.
Part 4 – China adoption diary: Pig-tailed and rhinestoned Madeleine Bao Yi meets the Belsie family – her family – on gotcha day. It's love at first sight.
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Modern Parenthood China adoption diary: A cackling ride on the stork
Part 3 – China adoption diary: Emotion dawns as the reality of a second daughter takes shape on the way to Guangzhou. The adoption agency guide arrives, Grace is delighted with the trove of hotel sample soaps and shampoos, Mom and Dad get ready for first meeting with Madeleine Bao Yi.
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Modern Parenthood China adoption diary: over the pole, the odyssey begins
Part 1 – China adoption diary: The Belsie family begins their journey to adopt their second daughter from China with a 12-hour, 7,000-mile flight over the pole and down through Siberia to Beijing.
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The New Economy US jobs report: a cold blast of fear
US adds only 69,000 net jobs, the smallest gain in a year. Employers pull in their horns in the face of fears over the eurozone and worries about the US elections and the expiration of tax cuts.
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The New Economy Booming short sales poised to overtake foreclosures
Banks, eager to eliminate troubled mortgages through short sales rather than riskier foreclosures, are slashing prices. Average price of a short-sale home: $175,461, the lowest in at least seven years.
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