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BusinessWeek
August 12, 2010
Brad Stone |
Penny Auction Sites Hurt by Glut of Competitors Pay-to-bid sites, all the rage last year, are losing traffic, and profits have turned to losses. Tons of competition is one problem.   |
HBS Working Knowledge
February 28, 2005
Sara Grant |
Amazon, eBay and the Bidding Wars "Sniping" is a popular way of winning a bid in the world of online auctions. But it isn't a universal strategy for success, says Harvard professor Alvin Roth, who takes a look at how bidding rules change the way the game is played. |
The Motley Fool
February 20, 2007
Dan Caplinger |
Bid for Better Savings CD auctions bring the appeal of online auctions to investing. If you recognize what rates you can get at other banks and don't let the auction format affect your judgment, CD auctions are a no-lose proposition for investors. |
InternetNews
February 23, 2005
Susan Kuchinskas |
EBay Charged with Shilling A class action lawsuit accuses the online marketplace of causing bidders to pay more than they should have. |
Commercial Investment Real Estate
May/Jun 2003
Steven L. Good |
The Auction Alternative Discover how the bidding process can generate profitable deals. |
The Motley Fool
January 6, 2004
Rex Moore |
eBay Has the Power The world's top auction site implements another fee increase. |
PC World
June 2002
Anne Kandra |
Make Your Trash Someone's Treasure Twenty tips for using online auction sites to sell your unwanted stuff -- safely... |
Commercial Investment Real Estate
Nov/Dec 2009
Lynn & Greene |
How Do Auction Sales Work? Here are some of the points that define the auction process and make auctions a popular alternative in today's uncertain market. |
PC World
June 1, 2000
Gregg Keizer |
Hammer Time! Excess inventory, limited local markets, modest advertising budgets... Small businesses face a tough challenge in any market--and in today's go-go economy, the competition is even rougher. Luckily, help awaits just around the corner, in the form of online auctions. Sure, hobbyists and junk addicts love them, but online auctions can also open doors for businesses of many sizes. |
PC World
December 4, 2000
Linda L. Grubbs |
Top 5 Auction Utilities Buy inexpensive presents and avoid the holiday crowds with this auction bidding software... |
The Motley Fool
December 14, 2009
Robert Steyer |
Icahn Doubles Down on Atlantic City The billionaire investor takes aim at another bankrupt casino operator. |
BusinessWeek
June 11, 2007
Anne Tergesen |
Let's Play "Name That Yield" Zionsdirect.com's online CD auctions routinely net bidders top returns. |
The Motley Fool
May 28, 2010
Dave Mock |
A Big Upgrade for International Game Technology This bullish call comes from more than just one analyst. |
InternetNews
January 16, 2004
Janis Mara |
eBay, Washington Mutual Auction CDs Shoppers can bid on certificates of deposit on a special eBay site. |
This Old House
Roseann Henry |
New House on the Block Forget comic books and collectibles -- the latest rage in the online auction world is real estate. |
The Motley Fool
April 17, 2007
Selena Maranjian |
Go Shopping Via Reverse Auctions With traditional auctions, buyers bid on items, driving up the price until no one wants to bid anymore or the time runs out. With reverse auctions, an item's price starts out high, and then drops -- until someone buys it, ideally. |
BusinessWeek
December 4, 2006
Gene G. Marcial |
Boyd: Buyout In Vegas? Boyd Gaming may be the next target in the buyout wave sweeping Las Vegas. |
AskMen.com
Michael Estrin |
Getting Good Deals At Auctions Whether you're buying a piece of jewelry for your girl or a new car, no guy likes to pay full price. Here are the basics so that you can get started in the world of auctions. |
Inc.
March 1, 2002
Jane Saladof MacNeil |
Best of the Net: Beyond eBay Looking to equip your office with used or surplus gear? Online auction sites can help... |
AskMen.com
Malcolm MacMillan |
Be An Effective Seller On eBay The ongoing recession has everyone looking for a second source of income. If you're really looking to accumulate some extra scratch, selling on eBay might be the answer. Here are some tips to get you into the game. |
The Motley Fool
June 24, 2009
Robert Steyer |
For Casino Companies, This Is No Panacea Going private is no cure for casino companies' woes. |
The Motley Fool
November 20, 2009
Robert Steyer |
Las Vegas: Dead or Alive? Has the famous Las Vegas Strip lost its ability to drive the shares of casino operators? |
The Motley Fool
November 25, 2009
Robert Steyer |
Icahn Bets on Vegas The legendary investor makes an initial bid on a bankrupt, partially built casino on the Las Vegas Strip. |
The Motley Fool
April 27, 2010
Dave Mock |
A Big Upgrade for Boyd Gaming After spending much of the past year at a less-than-impressive two-star rank, Boyd Gaming has impressed enough top-performing members of our 160,000-strong Motley Fool CAPS community to climb all the way up to three stars. |
The Motley Fool
February 28, 2005
Rick Aristotle Munarriz |
When Auctions Collide eBay's latest wave of wacky auctions may be making it too eclectic for its own good. Investors, take note. |
Commercial Investment Real Estate
Nov/Dec 2009
Lynn & Greene |
The Auction Advantage Accelerated marketing gains traction in today's troubled market. |
The Motley Fool
July 25, 2007
Rick Aristotle Munarriz |
eBay Tries to Get Pretty Again The leading online marketplace is going in for a makeover in the coming months, in hopes of setting itself apart from cheaper classified-listing sites by making the eBay experience more distinctive and enjoyable. |
The Motley Fool
October 28, 2009
Robert Steyer |
Investors Bet on Red for Casino Stocks Was the recent mass retreat of casino stocks a one-time event or the beginning of a trend? |
Inc.
May 2007 |
Game-Day Strategies When you're facing off in a live reverse auction, the bidding can feel like gambling, with bluffs, calls, and feints. Here's a sampling of strategies. |
The Motley Fool
January 12, 2007
Dan Caplinger |
Buying Treasuries Direct You can buy bonds commission-free from the federal government. |
PC Magazine
April 6, 2004
David A. Karp |
10 Hot eBay Tips How to get more money for your stuff on eBay. |
The Motley Fool
January 26, 2005
Rick Aristotle Munarriz |
Get Off My Forehead! eBay's latest auction trend may give the company a major headache: a man from Omaha received a $37,325 winning bid in exchange for wearing an ad from a snore remedy provider that will be temporarily tattooed to his forehead. |
The Motley Fool
December 15, 2009
Robert Steyer |
Where to Gamble in 2010? Las Vegas Sands could be the most exciting stock in 2010 -- either way up, or way down. |
PC Magazine
January 18, 2006
David A. Karp |
Secrets of Selling On eBay How to maximize your selling price and avoid getting burned. |
PC Magazine
February 3, 2004
Don Labriola |
Going Once, Going Twice... In this story, we survey auction utilities designed for both online buyers and sellers. Whether you're a casual bidder or you aspire to run your own part-time auction business, these tools can give you the edge. |
Entrepreneur
May 2005
Cliff Ennico |
eBay Made Easy Read to start an eBay business? These 5 simple steps will get you on your way. |
The Motley Fool
September 22, 2009
Robert Steyer |
Atlantic City Takes a Beating The recession and out-of-state competition continue to hurt casino revenue in Atlantic City. |
BusinessWeek
February 9, 2004
Linda Himelstein |
Tony Auctions For Everybody Major houses like Sotheby's and Christie's are running moderately priced sales to attract a broader spectrum of buyers. |
The Motley Fool
May 9, 2007
Rick Aristotle Munarriz |
Yahoo! Bids Farewell The online giant lowers the gavel on its languishing auctions. |
The Motley Fool
August 5, 2005
Jeff Hwang |
Harrah's Misses Expectations. So What? Beating quarterly estimates is not the litmus test for a winning stock. Harrah's missed estimates by $0.03, with shares down 3.9%. |
HBS Working Knowledge
February 28, 2005
Manda Salls |
How to Harness Auction Fever Harvard assistant professor Deepak Malhotra talks about the phenomena of "auction fever" in which bidders are driven to win at irrational costs. |
The Motley Fool
January 20, 2004
Rick Aristotle Munarriz |
eBay in Reverse While no one will ever label investing in certificates of deposits sexy, you can't blame Washington Mutual for trying. The bank is teaming up with eBay to auction off hundreds of six-month CDs through a new website. |
Entrepreneur
September 2003
Jacquelyn Lynn |
Let the Bidding Begin An eBay business could be your entry to the online marketplace. Find out how to get started today. |
InternetNews
November 30, 2007 |
Google to Bid For U.S. Mobile Airwaves Google will square off next month against established wireless giants including AT&T and Verizon. |
Salon.com
October 15, 2001
Gretchen Dukowitz |
The bid bombers of eBay How a group of e-vigilantes, furious at profiteers attempting to cash in on the WTC tragedy, fought back... |
The Motley Fool
December 4, 2006
Jeff Hwang |
A Last Stop for Station Casinos? Management at the casino operator leads a $4.7 billion buyout bid. Station Casinos' stock has already shot past $82 on the announcement. Are other bids on the way? |
The Motley Fool
June 26, 2006
Ryan Fuhrmann |
Isle of Capri's Full House Isle of Capri's strong earnings results caused a stir as market players bid up the stock to get in on the action. Can we count on this casino operator to keep its hot hand? |
The Motley Fool
April 5, 2004
Seth Jayson |
Mandalay Hotels Bring Jackpot An earnings preview boosts the stock to a new high, and other casinos join the game. |
The Motley Fool
August 26, 2009
Robert Steyer |
Atlantic City Isn't Playing With a Full Deck The recession and increased gambling opportunities in surrounding states have hurt Atlantic City casinos. |
The Motley Fool
January 7, 2004
Rick Aristotle Munarriz |
Elastic, Fantastic eBay The leading auction site continues to raise its fees, because it can. |
