Private Equity’s Plunder
Private equity has been a significant player in the metals industry’s M&A boom. Some companies have prospered, but greed and a reluctance to reinvest in the business may threaten the long-term outlook. by Judith Crown

Great Expectations
Metals industry CFOs weigh in with forecasts for the market and share their thoughts on such heated topics as private equity and Sarbanes-Oxley. moderated by Steven B. Weiner and Judith Crown

The Green Light
Initially reluctant to jump on the eco-construction bandwagon, industrial companies are playing catch-up. by Deborah Silver

Publisher’s Note

It’s Not Protectionism to Enforce Trade Laws
by M. Robert Weidner, III, publisher

Under the Radar

WHEN THE U.S. NICKEL IS WORTH MORE THAN A NICKEL

Advocacy

Unintended Consequences
Five years after Sarbanes-Oxley jacked up auditing costs for public companies, its authors defend the landmark law for restoring investor confidence. by Martyn Chase

Workplace

Help Wanted: A Good Inside Sales Rep
Why new graduates shun the inside sales rep job. by Susan Ladika

Guest Column

A Lack Of Progress On Chinese Currency
by Morris Goldstein