Americans feeling the pinch of higher gas prices
Gas prices have nearly hit $4 per gallon nationwide, and Americans are starting to feel the pinch of having to pay more at the pump.
Friday, April 29th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Analysis: New data on pending home sales and consumer spending
Consumer spending is being canceled out by inflation, and real estate experts believe the housing market has finally bottomed out.
Monday, March 28th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Falling vacancy rates signal sharply rising rents in near future
Falling supply and rising demand will dramatically increase rental rates as United States residents adjust perceptions about home ownership.
Tuesday, March 15th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
How Can Your Credit Score Be Saved With Something As Simple As A Payday Loan?
Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.
Consumer spending report shows improved savings rate
The report on Americans' economic activity during January shows a surprising trend: Americans are making a little more but saving a lot more.
Tuesday, March 1st, 2011 by By Mary Rice
US manufacturing index keeps expanding, but obstacles lie ahead
Manufacturing grew for the 19th straight month at the highest rate in seven years, but several factors are set to challenge future growth.
Tuesday, March 1st, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Rising gas prices could be a setback to recovering U.S. economy
Middle East unrest is driving up prices at the pump, which is dampening consumer spending when the United States economy needs it the most.
Friday, February 25th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Facts About Installment Loans Everyone Should Know Before Applying Online
Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.
Banks loosen credit standards as consumer spending improves
Credit standards are loosening as banks compete for loans, consumer spending increases and the lending industry starts to return to normal.
Monday, January 31st, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Consumer Confidence Index at highest level in eight months
The U.S. Consumer Confidence Index is at its highest level in eight months, but there's room for improvement, particularly in job creation.
Tuesday, January 25th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
The puzzle of rising retail sales and falling consumer confidence
New reports on higher retail sales and lower consumer confidence present conflicting data; economists say expectation is a better barometer.
Friday, January 14th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
How To Get A Cash Advance Without Providing Collateral or Submitting To A Credit Check
Credit checks can hurt your credit score and providing collateral for a loan is an unneccessary risk which can be avoided.
Private sector job creation in December blows away expectations
More people went back to work in December than economists predicted as 279,000 private sector jobs were created, more than doubling expectations.
Wednesday, January 5th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Revised U.S. GDP barely exceeds low third quarter expectations
The U.S. GDP, driven by consumer spending, was higher in the third quarter than expected, but that did little to lower the unemployment rate.
Tuesday, November 23rd, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Federal Reserve ends suspense with $600 billion QE2 package
In a move everyone was anticipating Wednesday, the Fed announced QE2: printing $600 billion to buy Treasurys to stimulate a sluggish economy.
Wednesday, November 3rd, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
How Personal Loans Online Can Prevent Your FICO Credit Score From Going Down
Traditional loans require a credit check which puts a hard inquiry on your credit report which in many cases lowers your overall credit rating.
The pros and cons of debt reduction vs. emergency fund
A low average return on savings could make debt reduction pay off more, but people can't ignore their emergency fund.
Tuesday, September 28th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Great Recession ended last summer, but growth recession continues
The Great Recession officially ended in June 2009, a government panel said, but economic growth is too weak to reduce the unemployment rate.
Monday, September 20th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Falling credit card debt hurts economy, helps lending industry
Falling credit card debt drags on consumer spending and economic growth, but it helps credit card companies stabilize earnings and losses.
Thursday, September 9th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
How To Use Short Term Loans To Get Through a Budget Crisis Wisely
Everyone finds themsevles in a budget crisis from time to time and short term loans are only the answer in some circumstances when used wisely.
Consumer confidence bump a ray of hope in bleak economic outlook
Consumer confidence posted a modest gain in August. The data eased concerns that anemic consumer spending will derail economic recovery...
Tuesday, August 31st, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Economists suggest the United States has become a plutonomy
It has been posited by some economists that the U.S. has become a plutonomy, or an economy driven by and for the wealthiest few. READ ON...
Monday, August 9th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
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