stock market

Price hikes affect the value of McDonald’s shares

McDonald's is making small price increases throughout the year to offset the rising cost of food and paper. Stock prices fell as result.

Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 by

By Ron Ford

Rising stocks behave out of character with positive jobs report

Because investors equate lower payrolls with higher profits, the stock market historically performs better when unemployment is higher.

Friday, April 1st, 2011 by

By Thomas Hart

Santa Claus rally hits markets in countries celebrating Christmas

The Santa Claus rally is a year-end stock market surge occurring in countries where people celebrate Christmas as a national holiday ...

Thursday, December 23rd, 2010 by

By Thomas Hart

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.

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

Volatile stock market driven by impulsive investor fears

Stock market volatility is sending traders on a rollercoaster ride driven by fear that is measured by the Market Volatility Index, or VIX.

Tuesday, September 7th, 2010 by

By Thomas Hart

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

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.

an electronic trading board at the phillipine stock market

Friday, June 11th, 2010 by

By Thomas Hart

North Korea news about childish nuclear state tanks stock market

North Korea news about the belligerent, nuclear-armed dictatorship is trying the patience of world leaders and tanking the stock market...

a political rally in north korea with giant flag

Thursday, May 27th, 2010 by

By Thomas Hart

Consumer confidence index climbing while stock market plummets

The U.S. Consumer Confidence Index increased for the third straight month despite a tanking stock market and global economic uncertainty...

Tuesday, May 25th, 2010 by

By Thomas Hart

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.

Bear market buzz builds as stock market grows more unpredictable

The bear market buzz has been getting louder as recent events scare investors, but while some analysts see a crash, others see a correction.

Monday, May 24th, 2010 by

By Thomas Hart

Richard Russell to investors: get liquid before the crash

Market forecaster Richard Russell is advising investors to get out of stocks and into gold and cash as all signs point to a major crash...

newspaper stock market section, with pennies

Tuesday, May 18th, 2010 by

By Thomas Hart

Black Swan author Nassim Taleb linked to stock market flash crash

Black Swan author Nassim Taleb, who wrote about improbable events like Wall Street's Flash Crash, was loosely linked to the mass selloff...

A black swan in the water, facing the camera

Wednesday, May 12th, 2010 by

By Thomas Hart

How To Get A Cash Advance Even With Bad Credit and Bankruptcy On Your Record

Not many people know they are still eligible for cash advances after bankruptcy or losing their credit. There are no credit checks so bad credit does not affect eligibility.