What is the "Vedomosti"?

Business Trivia / March 16, 2025

Business Newspaper In Russia. "Vedomosti" is a joint venture between Dow Jones, the "Financial Times" and Independent Media.

How did super-rich Samuel Zell make his billions?

Business Trivia / March 15, 2025

Real Estate. Samuel Zell ranked 56th on "Forbes" 2006 Rich List calls Chicago, IL home and was worth $4.5 billion.

What company made huge profits by backing "Harry Potter and the Sorcerers Stone" as a movie?

Business Trivia / March 15, 2025

AOL Time Warner. Harry Potter and the Sorcerers Stone is based the novel Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone.

In what year did the Dow Jones Industrial Average first close over the 1000 barrier?

Business Trivia / March 14, 2025

1972. The Dow closed at 1003.16 on November 14, 1972.

Before founding Wal-Mart, what retail franchise did Sam Walton buy into?

Business Trivia / March 14, 2025

Ben Franklin Stores. Sam Walton owned seven Ben Franklin Stores before selling the company.

What is another name for the New York Stock Exchange?

Business Trivia / March 13, 2025

The Big Board. The NYSE is the world's largest stock exchange.