March retail sales increase comes with many investor caveats
After being expected to register the first decline since 2009, retail sales surprisingly increased in March, but stiff headwinds lie ahead.
Thursday, April 7th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
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
Retailers lost $1 billion, thanks to blizzard
Retailers were hit by the East Coast blizzard. Estimates are that $1 billion was lost to the heavy weather that kept people in their homes.
Wednesday, December 29th, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
Is Applying For A Payday Loan Through A Direct Lender The Best Option?
Using a lender matching service can get you cash in as little as 2 hours. Direct lenders have a very high denial rate for applications.
Recessionomics: Santa Claus robs yacht club
The recession has hit even Santa where it hurts. Reports indicate that Santa Claus robbed a yacht club in Rhode Island.
Monday, December 20th, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
Retailers rejoice at better than expected haul of quick cash
The retail industry can rejoice, because the haul of quick cash for November was better than expected. Consumers are getting more confident.
Friday, December 3rd, 2010 by By Peter Stone
Retail sales rising more slowly than anticipated
U.S. retail sales saw a slight gain for the month of June, mostly from sale of cars and gas. The consumer price index also increased slightly.
Friday, August 13th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
How Can Installment Loans Help Protect Your Credit Rating?
There are millions of people each year that ruin their credit score because they did not know they could use installment loans to pay their bills before defaulting.
Low retail sales, rising consumer confidence calm volatile stocks
Weak retail sales contrasted with a rising consumer confidence report to narrow trading and reduce stock market volatility on Friday.
Friday, June 11th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Service Sector Grows Slightly, Jobs Remain Scarce
Fourth-quarter retail sales drove a slight expansion in the service sector, but created few new jobs...
Friday, January 29th, 2010 by By Ryan Ashton
Can Cyber-Santa Save Christmas?
In-store sales are projected to be almost flat for the start of the shopping season. Can a 20% jump in on-line sales save the season?
Monday, December 7th, 2009 by By Vizaya Kc
Do Not Fall Behind On Your Bills - See How Short Term Loans Can Help Prevent Late Fees and Penalties.
Short term loans can help you stay current on your bills by providing quick cash so you do not rack up expensive late fees and penalty charges.
Toys R Us Names Zhu Zhu Pets Hottest Holiday Toy in 2009
My daughter has seen commercials for Zhu Zhu pets, and she wants them. As does every other kid who buys into the latest craze for the holiday season…
Thursday, October 1st, 2009 by By Steve Tarlow
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