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Retirement Planning - Retirement Planner - Retirement Plan
Retirement planning is essential, but most Americans have no retirement plan. A great retirement planner is Jane White's book, America, Welcome to the Poorhouse.
Revised 2007 Q4 GDP Remains at Paltry .6%
Bill Pugliano /Getty Images The BEA reported that the preliminary U.S. GDP growth for Q4 2007 remained at the dismal .6%, just as it was in
Rick Perry 2012 Economic Platform
Rick Perry's economic strategy for the 2012 Presidential campaign is based on his success as Governor of Texas.
Rising Oil Prices Driving Inflation
Rising Oil Prices Driving Inflation
Rising Prices Sign of Chugging Economic Engine
The nation's CPI is only 1.6% higher than last year, although food at home jumped 2.1% higher than a year ago. Higher food prices are partly due to a
Role of Derivatives in Creating Mortgage Crisis
Credit: Mario Tama /Getty Images A reader asks: I have been reading that the reason for our economic downturn is the proliferation of
Romney Leads Polls, But His Numbers Don't Add Up
Romney Leads Polls, But His Numbers Don't Add Up
Ron Paul 2012 Campaign Economic Proposals and the Federal Reserve
Ron Paul's economic proposals for the 2012 Presidential Campaign including the Federal Reserve, the debt ceiling, lowering the deficit, the gold standard and military spending.
Ron Paul and Trade - How the Ron Paul Trade Policies Will Affect the US Economy
A summary of 2008 Presidential Candidate Ron Paul's trade proposals, and how they would affect the economy.
Ron Paul and the Economy - A Profile of the 2008 Ron Paul Economic Platform
A profile of 2008 Republican Presidential Candidate Ron Paul's economic platform and how it would affect the U.S. economy
Russia Economy - How the Growth of Russia Affects the US
Russia's leader Vladimir Putin has used pipeline politics to use its reserves of oil and natural gas to grow its economy.
Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin - Policies of Vladimir Putin - Former Russian President Vladimir Putin
Current Russian Prime Minister and former President Vladimir Putin has created policies that have made him very popular at home. His pipeline politics are not in the best interest of the U.S. economy.
S&P Cuts U.S. Debt Outlook, Dow Plummets 200 Points
Standard & Poor's announced its negative outlook on whether the U.S. will pay back its $14 trillion debt. Although the official S&P credit rating on
S&P Rating Definition and How the S&P Rating Is Used
Definition of the S&P rating system, how the S&P rating system is used, and why S&P rating is so important to the U.S. economy.
SARPSCO - Indian Ocean Trade Protection
SARPSCO, an organization of countries bordering the Indian Ocean,
SEC Making Money Market Funds Safer
Financial District (Credit: Mario Tama /Getty Images) The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has increased regulations on money market funds.
SEC Sues Goldman Sachs for Fraud
Volcanic clouds and ash from an ongoing eruption in Iceland shut down airports in the UK, France, Germany and other hubs in the northern EU last week.
SEC Tightens Regulations on Itself
U.S. Debt Clock (Credit: Mario Tama/Getty Images) Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner pledged that the U.S. will maintain its AAA debt
Sarah Palin and the Economy
A profile of McCain Vice-Presidential Nominee and former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin and the economy.
Sarbanes-Oxley Act - Definition of Sarbanes-Oxley - Why Was Sarbanes Oxley Created
Definition of how the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 affects the U.S. economy.
Savings Bonds - Definition of Savings Bonds - The Pluses and Minuses of Investing in Savings Bonds
A definition of savings bonds and the pluses and minuses of investing in them.
Savings and Loans - Definition of Savings and Loans
Savings and loans (S&L's) are special types of banks created to promote home ownership.
Savings and Loans Crisis - What Was the Savings and Loans Crisis?
The Savings and Loans Crisis in the late 1980's resulted in the bankruptcy of half of the Savings and Loan banks in the U.S.
Say No to "Say No to the Debt Ceiling"
On MSNBC last week, one lawmaker said that the answer to the complicated $14 trillion debt issue is to
School Loans Up, Credit Card Debt Down
School Loans Up, Credit Card Debt Down
Second Quarter Economic Growth Slower than Previous Estimate
Bill Pugliano /Getty Images The BEA revised the U.S. GDP growth rate for Q2 2008 to 2.8%, down from the 3.3% growth estimate made last
Secondary Mortgage Market - Definition of the Secondary Mortgage Market and How the Secondary Mortgage Market Helps the U.S. Economy
How mortgages are sold by the banks to investors.
Sectors of the Economy
Find out more about driving sectors of the economy, such as housing, retail, and manufacturing.
Senate Passes Small Biz Bill - Best Way to Create Jobs
On Tuesday, gold spot bullion prices surged to $1,274.75 an ounce, a new record. This prompted financier George Soros to predict gold was the
Senate Vote for Health Care Reform Benefits Economy
The Senate approved its version of the Health Care Reform Bill at 1 am Monday morning. Two more procedural votes must occur - Tuesday morning and Christmas
Senator Joe Biden and the Economy - A Profile of Obama Running-Mate Joe Biden's Economic Platform
A profile of Obama running-mate Senator Joe Biden's views on the economy, and how it will affect you.
September Added Jobs -- Just Not Enough
September Added Jobs -- Just Not Enough
September Money Market Run -- Primary Reserve Money Market Run
The run on money markets signaled the near-collapse of the credit markets on September 17, 2008. The money market run triggered the bank bailout bill.
September Retail Sales Very Encouraging
September Retail Sales Very Encouraging
Series I Savings Bonds Definition and How I Bonds Can Protect You From Inflation
A definition of I Bonds, and their advantage over regular Savings Bonds in protecting you from inflation.
Services Sector Leading GDP Growth - What Does That Mean for You and the US Economy?
The Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) reported that the driver of the US economy last year was services, not manufacturing or consumer products. The services
Shadow Inventory Definition and How it Affects Real Estate and the Economy
The shadow inventory of foreclosed homes will restrict the housing market growth for years. What is it, how much is there, and why is it such a threat? More important, what can be done about it, and why isn't the government doing more?
Shale Oil - Shale Gas - Alberta Tar Sands
Shale oil is an abundant source of alternative fuel. In order for it to be widely used, the technology must be improved.
Shanghai Cooperation Organization- Profile of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization
The Shangai Cooperation Organization was formed by China to develop the oil and natural gas in its neighboring countries.
Shell May Halt Refinery Plans
Shell Oil has announced they may halt plans to build the largest refinery in the U.S. because of President George W. Bush's goal to reduce gasoline use 20% by
Shoppers Charged Their Way Through the Holidays
Holiday shoppers increased credit card debt by 3.5% in December. This was the first increase in over two years, and ended the longest decline since the
Shoppers Cut Cards for Record 11th Straight Month
Credit card use in America continues to drop at an unprecedented rate. In December, credit card debt, dropped a 11.7%, after falling around 18.7% in
Should Fannie and Freddie Be Eliminated?
Did Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac cause the subprime mortgage crisis? Some legislators propose eliminating Fannie and Freddie. Do you agree? Should Fannie and Freddie be eliminated?
Should You Buy Gold Now?
Gold is trading near its all-time high of $1,032. As the dollar declines, many readers wonder whether now is a good time to buy gold. Many investors
Should the Fed Be Audited
During the 2008 financial crisis, the Federal Reserve made emergency loans to many banks. As a result, the Dodd-Frank mandated an audit to improve transparency. What are the pros and cons of the Fed audit. Find out what others think, and add your own opinion.
Should the Fed Be Audited
During the 2008 financial crisis, the Federal Reserve made emergency loans to many banks. As a result, the Dodd-Frank mandated an audit to improve transparency. What are the pros and cons of the Fed audit. Find out what others think, and add your own opinion.
Should the Fed Be Audited
During the 2008 financial crisis, the Federal Reserve made emergency loans to many banks. As a result, the Dodd-Frank mandated an audit to improve transparency. What are the pros and cons of the Fed audit. Find out what others think, and add your own opinion.
Should the Fed Be Audited
During the 2008 financial crisis, the Federal Reserve made emergency loans to many banks. As a result, the Dodd-Frank mandated an audit to improve transparency. What are the pros and cons of the Fed audit. Find out what others think, and add your own opinion.
Should the Fed Be Audited
During the 2008 financial crisis, the Federal Reserve made emergency loans to many banks. As a result, the Dodd-Frank mandated an audit to improve transparency. What are the pros and cons of the Fed audit. Find out what others think, and add your own opinion.
Should the Fed Be Audited
During the 2008 financial crisis, the Federal Reserve made emergency loans to many banks. As a result, the Dodd-Frank mandated an audit to improve transparency. What are the pros and cons of the Fed audit. Find out what others think, and add your own opinion.
Should the U.S. Return to a Gold Standard?
In my article on Republican Presidential Candidate Ron Paul, I stated that a return to the gold standard would
Shutdown Averted - What Was and Wasn't Cut
The Republican-led House and President Obama agreed to $80 billion in cuts over in the next five months from the Fiscal Year 2011 Budget, which works out to $38
Sick of the Recession, Americans Are Shopping Again
The economy grew 3.2% in the first quarter (January - March) 2010, down quite a bit from the 5.6% growth rate in the fourth quarter 2009. Businesses
Signs of Hope in Commercial Real Estate
Rents for commercial real estate are stabilizing, another sign of economic recovery. For the last three months, rents for 4 billion square feet of office
Single Global Currency
Review of book Single Global Currency by Morrison Bonpasse.
Slowing Economy Forces 20% of Workers to Delay Retirement
A recent AARP survey showed that 20% of those aged 55-64 are being forced to delay retirement because of the slowing economy. Of those, one-third said it was
Small Biz Bill Needed to Boost Jobs
Small businesses provide 65% of all new jobs. But they can't provide those jobs if they can't get credit to grow. The $30 billion in the Small Business
Small Business Grants - How to Get Grants for Starting a Small Business - Where Are Government Grants for Small Businesses
Small business grants are available from the government. Is it worth applying for government grants for small businesses?
Small Business Loans - Government Small Business Loans - How to Get Government Small Business Loans
Loans to small businesses keep the economy functioning. Many small businesses require government guarantees to get loans.
Small Cap Stocks
A definition of small cap stocks, which represent smaller companies.
Social Security Trust Fund
What is the Social Security Trust Fund and how does it affect the US economy? A definition of the Social Security Trust Fund.
Solving the Debt Problem Bites
Solving the debt problem is like going on a diet - simple in theory (eat less calories than you burn) but not something anyone likes. It's even more
Sorry, Mr. Romney -- 500,000 Jobs a Month Isn't Normal
Sorry, Mr. Romney -- 500,000 Jobs a Month Isn't Normal
Southwest 737 Orders Boost Durable Goods Report
Southwest 737 Orders Boost Durable Goods Report
Sovereign Wealth Fund
Sovereign wealth funds are owned by foreign governments, and are changing the balance of global economic power.
Spring Tornado Season Could Keep Gas Prices High
Spring Tornado Season Could Keep Gas Prices High
Stagflation Definition Meaning and Causes
Stagflation is when economic growth stagnates while inflation is rising. This can only happen under unusual circumstances, and probably won't happen again. Find out why.
State Department Profile - How the State Department Implements US Foreign Policy
A description of the State Department and how it implements foreign policy.
States Bail Out Subprime Mortgage Borrowers
Upon reading last Wednesday's post, Fed Bailout - Why, How and Will It Cost Me? a reader asked another good question: Would an across-the-board refinance
Stewart-Cramer Fight - Did CNBC See The Recession Coming?
Jon Stewart (Credit: Bard Barket /Getty Images) The crux of last night's fight between Jon Stewart and Jim Cramer is that CNBC didn't let
Still Not a Recession -- Q1 2008 GDP Remains at .6%
Bill Pugliano /Getty Images The BEA reported that the advance U.S. GDP growth for Q1 2008 remains at .6%, unchanged from the Q4 2007 report
Still Not the Worst Financial Crisis Since the Great Depression
Worried Wall Street trader (Credit: Spencer Platt /Getty Images In a September 19 blog, I disagreed with an article that described the
Still Worst Recession, Despite Government Revisions
The economy contracted 1% in the second quarter this year, the fourth in a row and the fifth since the recession started in 2007. In the same
Stimulus Is Working As Planned
With unemployment nearing 10%, and the U.S. debt greater than $11.5 trillion, many people feel the $787 billion Economic Stimulus Package,
Stimulus Money for Small Businesses - Is There Stimulus Money for Small Businesses
The Economic Stimulus Package provided money for small businesses.
Stock Investing
Definition of stock investing and the benefits for the individual investor.
Stock Market
A broad definition of the stock market.
Stock Market Components - Stock Market Definition
Explains components of the stock market, including the Dow Jones averages and the most popular exchanges, including NASDAQ and the NYSE.
Stock Market Components Stock Market Definition
Explains components of the stock market, including the Dow Jones averages, NASDAQ, NYSE, mutual funds, bonds, and commodities.
Stock Market Crash and Recession - How a Stock Market Crash Could Cause a Recession
The circumstances under which a stock market crash could cause a recession.
Stock Market Crash of 1929 Causes Effects and Facts
The Stock Market Crash of 1929 kicked off the Great Depression. Find out the facts behind this devastating crash, what caused it and what the effects were.
Stock Market Rebounds -- Does That Mean U.S. Economy is OK?
Today stock markets rebounded after suffering last week from the worst losses in years: Dow Jones Industrial Average - up 157 points (1.3%), after dropping
Stock Market definitions
Easy-to-use definitions of the most commonly discussed stock market terms.
Stocks
How a stock is a share of ownership of a corporation.
Stocks - Definition of Stocks - What Stocks Are
A definition of stocks.
Stocks - How Stocks and Stock Investing Affects the US Economy
A brief description of how stocks and stock investing affects the U.S. economy.
Stocks and Stock Investing - A Description of Stocks - How They Affect the US Economy
Stocks and Stock Investing - A Description of Stocks - How They Affect the US Economy
Stocks and Stock Investing - Stock and Stock Investing Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to frequently asked questions about stocks, stock investing for the individual investor, and how stocks affect the US economy.
Stockton, CA Worst Foreclosure Rate in the U.S.
Stockton, CA Worst Foreclosure Rate in the U.S.
Stop Playing Chicken With the Debt Ceiling
Rep. Ron Paul (R-Texas) recently urged his Republican colleagues to stop pulling a
Strategic Petroleum Reserve
The Strategic Petroleum Reserve is the Federal government's stockpile of emergency oil. Find out where it is, how much is stockpiled, its purpose, and when and how it should be used.
Strong Jobs Report a Welcome Sign
House Representative Paul Ryan\'s proposed cuts to Obama\'s Fiscal Year 2012 Budget trims $5.8 trillion over the next decade, and that\'s a good thing.
Strong Retail Sales Boosted Economy in February
Strong Retail Sales Boosted Economy in February
Structural Unemployment Definition
Structural unemployment is defined as unemployment caused by a mismatch between jobs and skills, or other long-term changes in the economy. In other words, it is not caused by phases in the business cycle, such as a recession.
Student Loans Driving Credit Boom
Student Loans Driving Credit Boom
Subprime Bailout Close to $1 Trillion
On Monday, the Federal Reserve pumped another $75 billion into the financial markets through its Term Auction Facility. The TAF provides 28-day loans to banks
Subprime Mortgage Crisis Explanation
Find out the explanation of the subprime mortgage crisis of 2006.
Subprime Mortgage Crisis Looking Even MORE Like Savings and Loan Crisis
Last Friday, I wrote that the Fed Bailout (which was caused by the Subprime Mortgage Crisis) was similar to the Savings and Loan Crisis of 1987, except that it
Subprime Mortgages - Definition of Subprime Mortgages and How Subprime Mortgages Affect the US Economy
A definition of subprime mortgages, which are granted to borrowers with less than perfect credit.
Subsidies
Federal government subsidies definitions, and summary of the major subsidy areas, including oil, farming, ethanol, exports, and housing.
Summary of Fiscal Year 2006 US Government Federal Budget
What was enacted in the Fiscal Year 2006 Federal Budget. An easy-to-understand summary of the Federal FY 2006 budget.
Summary of Fiscal Year 2007 US Government Federal Budget
What was spent in the Fiscal Year 2007 Federal Budget. An easy-to-understand summary of the Federal FY 2007 budget.
Summary of Fiscal Year 2009 US Government Federal Spending
What was spent in Fiscal Year 2009. An easy-to-understand summary of the Federal FY 2009 spending.
Summary of Fiscal Year 2010 US Government Federal Budget
What was in the Fiscal Year 2010 Federal Budget? A summary of the Federal FY 2010 budget, President Obama's first budget, and how it affected the economy.
Summary of the Economy of Venezuela
How the economy of Venezuela impacts the U.S. economy.
Superfund to Save the Day?
Three banks - Citigroup, JPMorgan Chase and Bank of America - have hired Blackrock Investments to run a $75 billion superfund. The superfund has been created to
Supply - The Role of Supply in the US Economy - Supply Components
Provides a brief introduction to the components of supply. Describes inputs, such as labor, capital, and natural resources. Economic outputs are also explained, including products and services.
Supply Chain Financing Solution to Cash Flow Management
Companies are using supply chain financing as a solution to manage cash flow constrictions which are a result of the bank credit crisis. What is supply chain financing, and how does it solve the crisis.
Supply and Demand
How supply and demand are the forces which create the U.S. economy. Supply includes inputs, such as labor, capital, and natural resources. Labor includes employment, unemployment, and productivity. Economic outputs are also explained, including products and services. An explanation of both domestic and international demand.
Supply-side Economics Definition and Studies that Support Supply-side Economics
Supply-side economics is an important economic theory that states that tax cuts stimulate the economy enough to recoup any lost revenue. This profile analyzes the studies that show whether this is true or not.
Supreme Court Decision Would Increase Inflation
The Supreme Court's recent decision to end a 96-year old ban on price fixing will probably affect the economy by adding to inflation. This ban was instituted
Surviving the Commercial Real Estate Time Bomb
President Obama was formally briefed by his economic team last week on the commercial real estate time bomb that I've been warning about for months. Tony
Swap Line - Dollar Swap Line
A swap line is an arrangement between banks to exchange currency.
Swine Flu Pandemic - How the Swine Flu Epidemic Could Worsen the Recession
How the swine flu Pandemic could worsen the recession.
TALF Program Loosens Credit by $10 Billion
Fed Chair Ben Bernanke (Credit: Chris Hondros/Getty Images) The Federal Reserve launched the Term Asset Loan Facility (TALF) program
TARP Ends October 3
The TARP bailout program can no longer lend any more funds to banks as of October 3, 2010 - two years after it was launched in response to the money
TARP Funds - What Is TARP Funds - Definition of TARP Funds
What is TARP funds, and what is TARP funds to be used for? An explanation of the TARP capital purchase program.
TARP Program - Oppenheimer Wants In, Goldman Wants Out
U.S.Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner (Credit:U.S.Treasury) Canadian-based Oppenheimer Holdings now wants to incorporate in the U.S. and
TIPS Goes Negative for First Time Ever
On Monday, investors were so eager to buy TIPS they were willing to accept a negative interest rate to get them. This unprecedented event means that the
Tariffs
Definition of tariffs and custom taxes which are levied on imported goods.
Tata Motors Builds $3000 Car - Tata Cars
$3000 car, Tata Motors, Tata Motor Company, Tata Cars
Tax Cuts - Should the Wealthy Get Tax Cuts
Should families making over $250,000 a year get tax cuts?
Tax Cuts Definition
To really understand tax cuts, you need to understand the different types of tax cuts, and how the tax cuts affect consumers, businesses and the economy.
Tax Freedom Day - What Is Tax Freedom Day - An Explanation of Tax Freedom Day
Tax freedom day explanation and a description of how many days you work to pay off different elements of the national budget.
Technology Outsourcing - The Impact of Technology Outsourcing on the Economy - Facts About Technology Outsourcing
Information Technology (IT) outsourcing is blamed for reducing jobs for American workers. Find out how much information technology outsourcing occurs, how IT outsourcing impacts the economy, and what should be done to reduce IT outsourcing.
Temporary Lull in Foreclosure Filings
Temporary Lull in Foreclosure Filings
Thank China for (Relatively) Low Inflation
After last Wednesday's inflation report, I got to thinking
The $360 Trillion Problem
Wall Street (Credit: Spencer Platt/Getty Images) The LIBOR rate affects $360 trillion worth of financial products, including adjustable
The $858 Billion Tax Cut Deal of 2010
On Friday, President Obama signed the $858 billion tax cut package, a deal negotiated with Republican Congressional leaders during the 2010 lame duck
The 2009 Dubai World Default
The default of Dubai World in 2009 sent shock waves throughout the global economy.
The 2011 Debt Hangover
The 2011 Debt Hangover
The American Dream - Definition of American Dream - What Is the American Dream
The American Dream is threatened by the recession. How can you protect your piece of the American Dream.
The Big Squeeze - Income Inequality in America
(Credit: Getty Images) In The Big Squeeze, author Steven Greenhouse does a great job of showing how income inequality has increased in the
The Big Squeeze Book Review - The Rise of Income Inequality
The Big Squeeze by Steven Greenhouse explains why the U.S. worker is working harder but earning less. Provide employment and job market statistics to explain why the information age has created a big squeeze for American workers.
The Coming Collapse of the Dollar and How to Profit From It
Review of The Coming Collapse of the Dollar and How to Profit From It. Why the book predicts a collapse of the dollar, how to prepare for a dollar collapse. Why some of their predictions are not well-substantiated.
The Cost of the NASA Budget
How much does NASA cost? What's the impact of the NASA budget on the U.S. economy.
The Dust Bowl - What Was the Dust Bowl - Why Did the Dust Bowl Happen
What was the Dust Bowl of the Great Depression, why did the Dust Bowl happen, and could the Dust Bowl happen again?
The Economy in 2012
The Economy in 2012
The End of the Declining Dollar?
It appears that the dollar may have ended its six-year cycle of decline. On April 22, it hit bottom when the euro reached its high of $1.60, and is back down to
The Fed
The Fed is the commonly used term for the Federal Reserve. Understand what the Fed is and how it uses monetary policy to influence the economy.
The Federal Reserve Banking System and How It Functions
The Federal Reserve System was created in 1913 to be the nation's central bank. Its primary function is to manage inflation. It does with monetary policy, which includes setting interest rates through the Fed funds rate, the discount rate and the discount window. The Federal Reserve Banking System also manages banking liquidity and the money supply through the reserve requirement and many bank regulations. The Federal Reserve is directed by its Board of Governors, which sit on the FOMC. Find out how the Federal Reserve System functions and how it affects you.
The Future for Fannie & Freddie
Tony Richardson, President of RichardsonHeritage Group, asks: 1) What is your take on how U.S. officials handled the housing crisis; and 2) How would
The Glass Steagall Act - What Was the Glass Steagall Act - Did Repeal of the Glass Steagall Act Help Cause the Recession
What was the Glass Steagall Act, and did repeal of the Glass Steagall Act in 1999 help cause the recession ten years later?
The Great Depression of 1929 - Causes of the Great Depression of 1929 - Unemployment During the Great Depression
Causes of the Great Depression of 1929. Life during the Great Depression of 1929. What ended the Great Depression. Unemployment during the Great Depression
The Great Inflation Cover-Up?
A recent Fortune Magazine article pointed out that, although the core CPI doesn't show inflation, everyone feels it. Since the core CPI is what the Federal
The Long Term Capital Management Hedge Fund and the LTCM Crisis
The Long Term Capital Management hedge fund was a highly respected investment company that used derivatives to earn high returns, until it collapsed. The LTCM crisis could have spread globally without the intervention by the Federal Reserve -- although some critics say it wasn't necessary.
The Post-American World by Fareed Zakaria
A review of The Post-American World, by Newsweek editor Fareed Zakaria.
The Real Reason Why Credit Card Use Is Up
The Real Reason Why Credit Card Use Is Up
The Real Wealth of Nations - Riane Eisler and the Real Wealth of Nations
The Real Wealth of Nations by Riane Eisler shows how economics should measure the true contributors to economic growth - child care and education. The true cost of many products are not captured in economic models - pollution, child labor and even health costs. Economic models need to be changed to create a sustainable future. What is important needs to be measured.
The Role of Supply in the Economy
An explanation of the role of supply in the U.S. market economy. Supply includes inputs, such as labor, capital, and natural resources. Find out why the U.S. was particularly blessed, and how that might change in the future. Learn more about employment, unemployment and the outlook for unemployment in post-recession America.
The Second Great Depression - Is the US Headed Towards the Second Great Depression
Is the U.S. headed towards the Second Great Depression? The financial crisis left the economy in a weakened state. Recent news developments lead many to believe another depression is inevitable if it hasn't started already. Here's the arguments pro and con,and what the probable outcome will be.
The Second Great Depression - Is the US Headed Towards the Second Great Depression
Is the U.S. headed towards the Second Great Depression? The financial crisis left the economy in a weakened state. Recent news developments lead many to believe another depression is inevitable if it hasn't started already. Here's the arguments pro and con,and what the probable outcome will be.
The Subprime Mortgage Crisis - Understanding the Subprime Mortgage Crisis and How It Affects the US Economy
The subprime mortgage crisis put the U.S. economy into the worst recession since the Great Depression. Find out how the subprime mortgage crisis unfolded, affecting first the real estate market and then the economy overall. It gives you definitions of important terms. It also explains how interest rates and real estate play an integral role in the U.S. economy. Finally, it provides resources for those who are suffering from the subprime mortgage crisis directly.
The Subprime Mortgage Crisis - Understanding the Subprime Mortgage Crisis and How It Affects the US Economy
The subprime mortgage crisis put the U.S. economy into the worst recession since the Great Depression. Find out how the subprime mortgage crisis unfolded, affecting first the real estate market and then the economy overall. It gives you definitions of important terms. It also explains how interest rates and real estate play an integral role in the U.S. economy. Finally, it provides resources for those who are suffering from the subprime mortgage crisis directly.
The True Causes of Deficit Spending
The True Causes of Deficit Spending
The True Cost of War
The True Cost of War
The Truth Behind the Q4 GDP Report: Growth Was 1.8%
Final results for economic growth for fourth quarter 2009 are in. The economy grew 5.6% - down slightly from the first two estimates of 5.7% and 5.9%
The U.S. Is Not Headed for Japan-style Recession
The U.S. housing bust and credit squeeze reminds many of the decade-long recession that Japan suffered in between 1990's, in which GDP growth averaged 1%
The Value of the Dollar, and How It Affects You
A reader asks: I believe there is lot of cash money in $ currency floating around the world, viz. in many countries in Africa, Latin America etc., where it
The World's Richest Man Is … Mexican
Could this be another symptom of how the U.S. economy is losing its leadership position on the global stage? Carlos Slim Helu, a Mexican telecom tycoon, is now
There Are 2 Homes In Foreclosure for Every 1 for Sale
The above title, from blog Naked Capitalism, describes housing's foreclosure shadow inventory well. According to a study by Capital Economics, there are
They're Baaack! 243,000 Jobs Created Last Month
January employment report
This Week's Bailout Winners and Losers
(Credit:Getty Images) This week, the financial system and the unemployed received help from the lame-duck Congress, while the Big 3
Three Mile Island Nuclear Disaster of 1979- Economic Impact of Three Mile Island Disaster - How 3 Mile Island Nuclear Accident Affected Economy
How the 1979 Three Mile Island Nuclear Power Plant Disaster affected the U.S. economy. What were the economic consequences of the Three Mile Island Nuclear accident.
Three States Added Jobs in April
(Credit: Joe Raedle/Getty Images) If you are looking for work, you might want to consider moving to Arkansas, Florida or Montana. These are
Tiger Woods Affair Scandal Economic Impact
Tiger Woods affair cost his sponsor corporations $12 billion. Find out the details of the economic impact of the Tiger Woods scandal.
Tiger Woods' Affair Cost Economy $12 Billion
Golf legend Tiger Woods made news the day before Thanksgiving when he crashed his car. Turned out this was a result of an affair - then it turned out it
Timothy Geithner - A Profile of Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner
Timothy Geithner, former New York Federal Reserve Chairman, was appointed U.S. Treasury Secretary. A profile of Geithner and his impact on the economy.
To Avoid Inflation, Eat at Home
In October, grocery bills were down 2.8% from last year, while restaurant prices went up 2.2%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). September
Too Bad GM's Only Hope Is Bankruptcy
GM's bankruptcy, filed June 1, was approved by the court yesterday. Unfortunately, this is what it took to get the 100 year old American
Top 10 Economic Events in 2008 - What Were the Top 10 Economic Issues in 2008
What were the Top 10 critical issues in the U.S. Economy in 2008? It was such a dramatic year, it is hard to pick just ten events. Here are the ones that were most dramatic and pivotal.
Top 10 Economic Stories in 2008
Wall Street (Credit: Spencer Platt/Getty Images) First off, congratulation to everyone for surviving and perhaps even thriving in 2008. This
Top 5 USA Future Economic Trends - Top 5 Trends for Economic Future in US
What are the 5 top economic trends in 2010?
Top Economic Events of the Past Decade
What do you think were the top economic events of the past decade? What affected you the most?
Top Ten Financial News Stories of the Decade - What Are the Top Ten Financial News Stories of the Past Ten Years
A top ten list of the most important economic events of the past decade.
Tornado Season Damage to the Economy
A record 305 tornadoes caused $5 billion in damage in one week in April 2011. How much damage does tornado season cause, and how does tornado damage affect the economy? What can be done to prevent further worsening tornado damage?
Total Unemployed Nearly 12 Million
(Credit: John Moore /Getty Images The total number unemployed workers was 11.6 million in January, causing the unemployment rate to rise to 7.6%.
Toyota - Toyota Trucks - Toyota Prius
Why Toyota became the largest auto maker in the world, and how that affects the U.S. economy
Trade Agreement Facts
The facts about trade agreements including NAFTA, CAFTA, Middle Eastern Trade Initiative, ASEAN and APEC.
Trade Agreements
Trade agreements can make or break a country's economy. Find out what trade agreements are, the different types of trade agreements, and how they affect the U.S. economy.
Trade Deficit Definition and Meaning
The trade deficit is when a country imports more than it exports. Find out what causes a trade deficit and what are the effects. Understand the difference between a trade deficit and a trade surplus.
Trade Deficit by Country
Find out the U.S. trade deficit by country.
Trade Promotion Authority - Definition of the Presidents Trade Promotion Authority
The President's Trade Promotion Authority allows the President to negotiate trade agreements efficiently.
Trade Protectionism Definition, Advantages and Disadvantages
Trade protectionism is how countries try to protect their domestic industries. What is trade protectionism, how does it work, and what are the advantages and disadvantages?
Trading Sideways
How to know when the stock market is trading sideways.
Traditional Turkey Dinner Costs Less Than Before Recession
If you're having a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, it will cost $1.14 less than two years ago, according to the American Farm Bureau. The average cost
Tranches Definition and Meaning
Tranches are defined as subsegments of a collateralized debt obligation (CDO) or other complicated bundle of investments. Tranches were used extensively with mortgage-backed securities, helping to create the global financial crisis of 2008.
Treasury Bills Notes and Bonds Definition
Treasury bills, bonds and notes have different maturities. Notes are issued at 2,3,5 and 10 years (the most popular). Treasury notes fund the U.S. debt, and their yields are the benchmark for bank interest rates.
Treasury Expands Making Home Affordable Program
Peter Dazeley /Getty Images The Treasury Department has added a new component to its Making Home Affordable Program. Originally launched
Treasury Yield Curve Definition
The U.S. Treasury yield curve compares the yields of short-term Treasury bills with long-term Treasury notes. Find out how this makes the Treasury yield curve a useful predictor of economic growth.
Trickle Down Economics Theory and Effect
The theory of trickle-down economics promises that reducing taxes on the highest income population fuels economic growth. It seemed to work during the Reagan Administration, but did it really? More importantly, does it work today?
True Cost of Defense Spending
True Cost of Defense Spending
True Foreclosure Rate Not Being Reported
Delays in processing foreclosures are masking the true problem. James J. Saccacio, chief executive officer of RealtyTrac, said foreclosure prevention
Turkmenistan - A Profile of Turkmenistan's Economy
Turkmenistan has more natural gas reserves than Canada and is centrally located between Russian, Europe and China. Its eventual alliance with these countries will affect the global balance of power.
U.S. Asks Japan to Build Nuclear Reactors
The U.S. has finalized an agreement with Japan to build the first new nuclear reactor in the U.S. in 30 years. The Japanese-U.S. Joint Nuclear Energy Action
U.S. Credit Card Debt Up 1.2% - Is Yours?
On January 8, 2007, the Federal Reserve released the G-19 Consumer Credit report for November, 2006. It stated that revolving credit (like credit card debt)
U.S. Current Account Deficit Hits Record $856 Billion in 2006
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis reported yesterday that the nation's current account deficit reached a new level of $856 billion, which is 6.5% of GDP. The
U.S. Debt Jumps by $500 Billion
Bruno Vincent /Getty Images The U.S. Debt is now at $9.2 trillion. This is $500 billion more than last year, and a 50% increase since
U.S. Dollar
Find out why the U.S. dollar is the global reserve currency.
U.S. Economic Growth Revised Up
Last year, the U.S. economy grew faster than preliminary estimates indicated, thanks to slightly more exports and domestic spending. The Bureau of Economic
U.S. Economy August 2007 Archive
U.S. Economy February 2007 Archive
U.S. Economy Growth Rate Up 3.5% in Q4 2006
The U.S. economy, as measured by GDP, grew 3.5% in the fourth quarter of 2006, according to the latest release from the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA). This
U.S. Economy May 2007 Archive
U.S. Economy Produces Fewer of World's Richest People
Could this be another symptom of how the U.S. economy is losing its leadership position on the global stage? India now has four of the world's 10 richest
U.S. Economy Would Benefit From Better Math Skills
Credit: Getty Images An economist from the Hoover Institution, Eric A. Hanushek, estimates that the U.S. economy would grow 4.5% more in
U.S. Exports Growing Faster than China's
Credit: Justin Sullivan /Getty Images Last week, I reported that U.S. exports had hit an all-time high. In the last 12 months, U.S.
U.S. Exports at All-time High in June
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U.S. Federal Budget FY 2008 Primer Now Available
The President has submitted the U.S. Federal Budget FY 2008 to Congress, which is currently debating many of its measures. Your guide to the U.S. Economy has
U.S. Federal Taxes and Tax Policies
US Federal income tax policies, including EGTRRA, JGTRRA, the federal tax rebate, income taxes and tax policy issues.
U.S. Government Federal Budget Summary and Highlights
Highlights of the U.S. Federal Budgets for each year from FY 2006 to the present. Summaries of tax revenue and spending, with explanations of Mandatory spending, including the Social Security and Medicare crises, and Discretionary spending, including Defense spending.
U.S. Has Lost Competitive Edge in Nuclear Power
The Department of Energy announced that Japan will assist in developing new nuclear power plants in the U.S. Japan has more expertise in advanced, fast
U.S. Imports, Exports Hit New Record
U.S. Imports, Exports Hit New Record
U.S. Imports, Exports Hit New Records
U.S. Imports, Exports Hit New Records
U.S. National Debt
A description of the U.S. national debt, the difference between the U.S. national debt and Federal budget deficit, how they impact each other and how they affect the economy.
U.S. No Longer World's Largest Economy
For an update to the EU economy, see Is the EU a Viable Economy? In 2007, the U.S. lost its seat to the European Union as the world's largest economy. The
U.S. Recovery Dampened by Japan's Tsunami
U.S. Recovery Dampened by Japan's Tsunami
U.S. Resists G-20 Summit Call for Global Financial Regulation
G-20 Economic Summit (Credit:Getty Images) At this weekend's economic summit in Washington, D.C., the leaders of the G-20 countries called for
U.S. Trade Deficit Improves in 2007
The 2007 U.S. trade deficit was $708.5 billion, 6% better than the 2006 deficit of $758 billion. The deficit was helped by a declining dollar, which increased
U.S. Wants to Restart Doha Trade Talks
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, U.S. Trade Representative Susan Schwab pressed for a renewal of the World Trade Organization’s Doha round of
US Capital - The Role of Capital in the US Economy
How capital plays a strong role in the U.S. economy.
US China Trade Deficit Explanation and Why the US Trade Deficit with China Is Important
The US trade deficit with China is the largest in the world, and a symptom of global economic imbalance. Find out why there a deficit, and what is being done to correct it.
US Congress Profile - How Congress Affects the US Economy and How the US Congress Impacts You
A description of the U.S. Government's Legislative Branch, the U.S. Congress.
US Debt Default Impact on Economy
Although the U.S. will probably not default on its debt, you need to know what debt default is, and how it would affect the economy if the U.S. did default. Find out if other countries have defaulted on their debt, and why people are concerned about whether the U.S. will default every time the Federal Government approaches the debt ceiling.
US Department of Treasury Profile
The US Treasury Department manages Federal Government revenue, collects taxes via the I.R.S., and oversees the public debt. It also prints money and stamps, enforces Federal finance laws and freezes the finances of terrorists. Find out what else this critical government agency does, and how it affects you and the U.S. economy.
US Economic Power and Resiliency
The power and resiliency of the U.S. economy creates both growth and a high standard of living.
US Economy - FAQs
An index of FAQs for the US Economy guide site.
US Economy - FAQs
An index of FAQs for the US Economy guide site.
US Economy Indicator Is GDP or Gross Domestic Product
GDP, or Gross Domestic Product, is the key measurement of the U.S. economy. Find out the key components, and what is ideal economic growth.
US Economy and Business - US Economic Indicators - US Economic News
Learn about US business and the economy. Understand US economic indicators. Stay informed with US Economic News.
US Economy, - FAQs
An index of FAQs for the US Economy guide site.
US Economy, - FAQs
An index of FAQs for the US Economy guide site.
US Economy, - FAQs
An index of FAQs for the US Economy guide site.
US Economy, - Issues
An index of Issues for the US Economy guide site.
US Economy, - Issues
An index of Issues for the US Economy guide site.
US Economy, - Profiles
An index of Profiles for the US Economy guide site.
US Economy, - Profiles
An index of Profiles for the US Economy guide site.
US Economy, - Profiles
An index of Profiles for the US Economy guide site.
US Economy, - Profiles
An index of Profiles for the US Economy guide site.
US Economy, - Profiles
An index of Profiles for the US Economy guide site.
US Economy: What is RSS?
US Economy What is RSS
US Energy Information Agency - How the EIA Helps the DOE Set Energy Policy
A definition of the U.S. Energy Information Agency (DOE EIA), what it does, how it affects the U.S. economy and how it can help you protect your personal finances.
US FY 2013 Military Budget - Understand How Defense Spending Affects the Economy
An summary of the US Military Budget for FY 2013, and how defense spending affects the U.S. economy. How the Department of Defense can cut spending without threatening national security.
US Federal Budget - How the FY 2013 Social Security Budget and Health Care Budget Affects the US Economy
An easy-to-understand analysis of the FY 2013 Federal Budget for mandatory spending programs. The outlook for Social Security and health care, such as the Medicare and Medicaid programs. What can be done to solve the mandatory budget dilemma. Whether Social Security will go bankrupt.
US Federal Budget Breakdown and Impact on the US Economy
A breakdown of the U.S. Federal Budget, including: assumptions about the U.S. economy,revenue projections, discretionary and mandatory spending proposals, and the impact of deficit spending.
US Federal Budget Deficit - How the National Budget Deficit Impacts the US Economy
The U.S. Federal budget deficit hit a record of $1.4 trillion in FY 2009. Stimulus spending wasn't the only reason. There were three other factors, and only two of them had anything to do with the financial crisis. Find out what really caused government budget deficits, how they affect the U.S. economy and why you should be concerned.
US Federal Budget Planning Process
A quick description of the U.S. Federal budget planning process and who is involved in developing and managing the U.S. budget.
US Federal Budget Spending Summary and Highlights
A summary of the US Federal Budget, with a focus on FY 2013. Understand how mandatory programs now account for 60% of total spending. Did you know the single largest budget item is defense spending? Find out where your tax dollars go.
US Federal Budget Taxes and Income Primer
Learn how the U.S. Government plans the income and revenue portion of the Federal budget. Find out what is the projected revenue for the current fiscal year. See how much of that is income taxes versus business taxes. Compare to Federal revenue since FY 2006.
US Federal Debt and Deficit - How the National Debt and Deficit are Different and How the Debt and Deficit Affect Each Other
The US Deficit contributes to the US Debt, and vice versa. As both escalate, they negatively impact economic growth.
US Government Federal Budget FY 2011 Highlights and Summary
An easy-to-understand summary of the U.S. Government's Federal budget for FY 2011. Includes income and taxes, as well as spending highlights. This includes discretionary, including military spending, and mandatory, including Social Security, Medicare and Economic Stimulus spending. Discusses the budget deficit and impact on economic growth.
US Government Federal Budget FY 2012 Summary and Highlights
An easy-to-understand summary of the U.S. Government's Federal budget for FY 2012. Includes income and taxes, as well as spending highlights. This includes discretionary, including military spending, and mandatory, including Social Security, Medicare and Economic Stimulus spending. Discusses the budget deficit and impact on economic growth.
US House of Representatives - How the US House of Representatives Affects the US Economy
US House of Representatives - How the U.S. House of Representatives Affects the US Economy
US Job Competitive - How to Increase US Competitiveness and Create US Jobs
How do you think the U.S can increase its competitiveness and create more jobs for Americans?
US Job Competitive - How to Increase US Competitiveness and Create US Jobs
How do you think the U.S can increase its competitiveness and create more jobs for Americans?
US Job Competitive - How to Increase US Competitiveness and Create US Jobs
How do you think the U.S can increase its competitiveness and create more jobs for Americans?
US Losing Competitive Advantage - How the US Is Losing Its Competitive Advantage in the Global Market
Find out why the U.S. economy is losing its competitive advantage in the global market.
US National Debt Definition and How It Affects the Economy
A description of the US national debt, how the US debt got so large, and who owns it. How the US debt impacts you and the economy.
US National Debt Relief - Your Ideas on US National Debt Relief
As the U.S. National Debt nears 100% of GDP, it becomes unsustainable, and will ultimately slow the economy. What do you think will provide relief for the U.S. National Debt?
US National Debt Relief - Your Ideas on US National Debt Relief
As the U.S. National Debt nears 100% of GDP, it becomes unsustainable, and will ultimately slow the economy. What do you think will provide relief for the U.S. National Debt?
US National Debt Relief - Your Ideas on US National Debt Relief
As the U.S. National Debt nears 100% of GDP, it becomes unsustainable, and will ultimately slow the economy. What do you think will provide relief for the U.S. National Debt?
US National Debt Relief - Your Ideas on US National Debt Relief
As the U.S. National Debt nears 100% of GDP, it becomes unsustainable, and will ultimately slow the economy. What do you think will provide relief for the U.S. National Debt?
US National Debt Relief - Your Ideas on US National Debt Relief
As the U.S. National Debt nears 100% of GDP, it becomes unsustainable, and will ultimately slow the economy. What do you think will provide relief for the U.S. National Debt?
US National Debt Relief - Your Ideas on US National Debt Relief
As the U.S. National Debt nears 100% of GDP, it becomes unsustainable, and will ultimately slow the economy. What do you think will provide relief for the U.S. National Debt?
US National Debt Relief - Your Ideas on US National Debt Relief
As the U.S. National Debt nears 100% of GDP, it becomes unsustainable, and will ultimately slow the economy. What do you think will provide relief for the U.S. National Debt?
US National Debt Relief - Your Ideas on US National Debt Relief
As the U.S. National Debt nears 100% of GDP, it becomes unsustainable, and will ultimately slow the economy. What do you think will provide relief for the U.S. National Debt?
US National Debt Relief - Your Ideas on US National Debt Relief
As the U.S. National Debt nears 100% of GDP, it becomes unsustainable, and will ultimately slow the economy. What do you think will provide relief for the U.S. National Debt?
US National Debt Relief - Your Ideas on US National Debt Relief
As the U.S. National Debt nears 100% of GDP, it becomes unsustainable, and will ultimately slow the economy. What do you think will provide relief for the U.S. National Debt?
US National Debt Relief - Your Ideas on US National Debt Relief
As the U.S. National Debt nears 100% of GDP, it becomes unsustainable, and will ultimately slow the economy. What do you think will provide relief for the U.S. National Debt?
US National Debt Relief - Your Ideas on US National Debt Relief
As the U.S. National Debt nears 100% of GDP, it becomes unsustainable, and will ultimately slow the economy. What do you think will provide relief for the U.S. National Debt?
US National Debt Relief - Your Ideas on US National Debt Relief
As the U.S. National Debt nears 100% of GDP, it becomes unsustainable, and will ultimately slow the economy. What do you think will provide relief for the U.S. National Debt?
US Nuclear Skills Lost
Describes how the U.S. has asked Japan to help build new nuclear power plants to decrease reliance on foreign oil.
US Productivity - How US Labor Receives Less Wages Due to Greater US Productivity
Productivity is up in the U.S., which helps the economy remain competitive. However, since foreign workers are paid less, U.S. companies can't afford to increase wages. Therefore, most American workers are working harder, but earning less per unit of output.
US Regional Trade Agreements Summary
A summary of the US Regional Trade Agreements including NAFTA, CAFTA, MEFTI, FTAA, ASEAN and APEC. How they impact the U.S. economy.
US Securities and Exchange Commission Definition and How It Affects the US Economy
A profile of the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission and how the SEC regulates the stock market and affects the U.S. economy.
US Senate Profile - How the US Senate Affects the US Economy
A profile of the U.S. Senate, how it affects the economy and how the Senate can help you.
US Trade Deficit - A Description of the United States Trade Deficit and Its Impact on the US Economy
The U.S. trade deficit in 2011 was just under $560 billion. It was driven by imports of oil, consumer products and automobiles. The top four trading partners are Canada, China, Mexico and Japan.
US Treasury Yields Definition
What exactly are U.S. Treasury yields and how yields are determined. Understand the relationship between Treasury bond prices and Treasury yields. Find out how Treasury yields affect mortgage interest rates, and the U.S. housing market.
USA National Debt Clock Definition and History
The USA national debt clock tracks the U.S. debt. Find out the history of the debt clock, where it is and what other ways you can measure the ever-increasing U.S. debt.
Understanding the AIG Bailout
Many people are outraged that AIG paid $165 million in bonuses after requesting up to $170 billion in government bailout funds. Some have even made death threats against its CEO, Edward Liddy, and its employees. Understand why the bonuses were paid, why the bailout was made and what led to AIG's near-bankruptcy. Learn what would have happened to your personal finances if AIG had failed.
Understanding the AIG Bonus Blowup
AIG CEO Edward Liddy (Credit: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) Many people are outraged that AIG paid $165 million in bonuses after requesting
Understanding the Foreclosure Process
(Credit: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) A reader asks: What actually happens in a foreclosure? After about three months of missed
Understanding the Subprime Mortgage Crisis
David McNew /Getty Images Over the past two weeks, U.S. and global stock markets have declined 4-5% thanks to the subprime mortgage crisis.
Understanding the U.S. Trade Deficit
A reader asks an excellent question about how the trade deficit is defined: Do you know how goods manufactured or services provided by US companies overseas
Unemployment - How Unemployment Is Controlled - What is Being Done to Control Unemployment
How the government controls unemployment.
Unemployment Definition - What Is Unemployment
Definition of unemployment, including the difference between the real, natural and structural unemployment. How unemployment statistics are used, and causes and consequences of unemployment.
Unemployment Drops to Level Last Seen in March 2009
Unemployment Drops to Level Last Seen in March 2009
Unemployment Edges Up to 4.6%
As I mentioned yesterday, the latest BLS jobs report says that the unemployment rate in July 2007 is 4.6%, higher than last month's rate of 4.5%, but lower than
Unemployment Hits 14.7 Million
Another 467,000 workers became unemployed in June, sending unemployment to 14.7 million and the unemployment rate to 9.5%. Since the recession
Unemployment More Than 9%
(Credit: John Moore /Getty Images Over 787,000 workers became unemployed in May, bringing the total count to 14.5 million and the unemployment
Unemployment Over 10%
The October employment report shows there are 5.8 million fewer jobs than last year. This trend is a tad better than September, when the economy was
Unemployment Rate - Better Than Last Year
As I mentioned yesterday, the latest BLS jobs report says that the unemployment rate in June 2007 is 4.5%, better than the rate of 4.6% in June of last year.
Unemployment Rate - Better Than Last Year?
As I mentioned yesterday, the latest BLS jobs report says thta the unemployment rate in April 2007 is 4.5%, better than the rate of 4.7% in April of last year.
Unemployment Rate - Better Than Last Year?
As I mentioned yesterday, the latest BLS jobs report says that the unemployment rate in May 2007 is 4.5%, better than the rate of 4.6% in May of last year. Or
Unemployment Rises to 8.5%
(Credit: John Moore /Getty Images Over 694,000 workers became unemployed in March, bringing the total count to 13.1 million and the unemployment
Unemployment Solutions
A summary of the most popular unemployment solutions. There are many solutions proposed for unemployment, but which ones really work? Monetary policy feeds liquidity to employers, but what if they still don't hire? Fiscal policy through spending puts cash into the economy right away. Or fiscal policy cuts personal taxes, which might stimulate demand. If it cuts business taxes, then that works like monetary policy -- both add cash to businesses. What's the most cost effective solution?
Unemployment Stabilizes at 9.7%
The February employment report shows there are 3.2 million fewer jobs than February of last year. This is bad, BUT it is better than July, when there
Unemployment Worse at 8.9%
(Credit: John Moore /Getty Images Over 539,000 workers became unemployed in April, bringing the total count to 13.7 million and the unemployment
Unemployment Worse for Blue-Collar Industries
(Credit: Chris Hondros/Getty Images) Even though the recession has now spread throughout the economy, its impact is affecting blue-collar
Unfunded Mandates - Definition of Unfunded Mandates and How UMRA Helps Reduce Unfunded Mandate
A definition of unfunded mandates and how they are declining throught UMRA.
Unilateral Trade Agreements Definition
A definition of Unilateral Trade Agreements, which benefit only one side.
United Nations - What Is the United Nations - How Does the United Nations Affect the US Economy
The United Nations
United States Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics
The Bureau of Labor Statistics is the research arm of the U.S. Federal Government's Department of Labor. It provides national data on employment, unemployment and inflation.
Value of a Dollar Today - What Is the Value of a Dollar Today - Calculate the Value of a Dollar Today
The value of a dollar today is less than it was in the past, thanks to inflation. Calculate the value of a dollar compared to different times in the past.
Volatility - Definition of Volatility
Definition of volatility, or risk, of a stock.
Volcker Best Pick for Obama Economic Advisory Board
Paul Volcker (Credit: Win McNamee/Getty Images) Former Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker (1979-1987) was recently appointed by
WTO Membership Benefits and Importance
Membership in the WTO (World Trade Organization) confers many trade benefits to its members. That's why 153 countries are members. Find out who they are, and why WTO membership is important to them and to the global economy.
Waking-Up From the American Dream
OK, this is the worst recession since the Depression. But surely it will be over by next year, right? And we'll go back to living the American
Wall Street Losing Premier Financial Status
Nearly two-thirds of global business leaders think New York will be replaced as the world's premier financial center, according to a survey of 600 senior
Wall Street Overreacts to Q2 Slow GDP News
Wall Street Overreacts to Q2 Slow GDP News
Warren Buffett Owner of Berkshire Hathaway Biography and Business Quotes
Warren Buffett's success with Berkshire Hathaway has made him one of the world's richest men. As a result, his quotes about business are highly regarded. Read his biography to find out what makes him important to the U.S. economy.
Washington Mutual - How WaMu Went Bankrupt
What is Washington Mutual, and why did it become the largest bank failure in history?