Investing, 'Mad Men' Style
Here's a look at a few great investment opportunities that are holding strong long after their talks with Don Draper's fictional advertising agency.
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4 Ways You Can Profit From the Zombie Apocalypse
AMC's "The Walking Dead" is a runaway hit,and its ratings just keep getting bigger. Clearly, America is in a post-apocalyptic mood, as hooked on zombies as we are on vampires. So if you've got the brains, you might want to invest in this undead trend. Here are four stocks to consider before the world ends.
It's Breaking Bad for Dish: Satellite TV Provider Still Losing Viewers
Dish Network , the country's second-largest satellite TV provider, posted disappointing quarterly results on Wednesday, missing on both revenue and profit. And as its fight with AMC Networks drags on, there's probably worse news coming up next.
'Mad Men' and Don Draper Should Buy Netflix a Drink
When "Mad Men" came back to AMC after a long break, the 1960s ad executives saw a 20% spike in ratings, and the reason why is as clear as a dry martini: Millions of viewers have streamed the first four seasons on Netflix.
Is ESPN Charging a Tax on Every U.S. Household?
The next time you find yourself bellyaching over your expanding monthly cable bill, don't blame your provider. Blame ESPN, the biggest offender when it comes to basic cable, setting distributors back $4.69 a month for every subscriber.
Netflix Gets "Mad Men," Gets Even
As Netflix signs a deal to stream every episode of "Mad Men," it's shining a light on the changing face of video...and affecting share prices across the media sector.
Fake Mad Men Memoir Is Just the Latest in a Genre
Sounds odd, but a fictionalized book mentioned on a TV show becoming a real book is nothing new for the publishing industry. In fact, tie-ins like Sterling's Gold have proven quite popular. That's because the shows have a built-in fan base that often numbers in the millions.
Mad Men Waiting to Close the Deal on a Fifth Season
Why hasn't Mad Men been picked up for another season? Matthew Wiener, the show's creator, isn't sure. All he could say at the screening of the star-studded finale for the show was that it has something to do with money. Translation: Hey AMC -- pay up! You've got a blockbuster on your hands. This is one deal you want to close.
An Emmy Win: It's More Than Just a Golden Statue
Prestige means a lot in Hollywood. TV companies use a show's Emmy Award to help sell commercials, and advertisers enjoy being linked with hot shows. Sometimes, an Emmy can even help a program avoid the ax.
