Tag: recession
Debt ceiling outcome's effect on the middle-class
The changes being discussed in Washington will have a profound impact on the incomes and lifestyles of middle-class Americans....
When unemployment benefits end
Federal unemployment benefits are set to expire by the end of the year -- estimates say this will be a $37-billion-dollar blow to the economy....
Art market booming during the recession
Despite the recession still affecting most of the country, this spring's art auctions produced record-breaking prices of blue-chip artists like Andy Warhol. ...
Why is the economy stumbling, again?
Economists were optimistic at the start of this year, expecting huge growth. Now, another round of bad economic news has sent stocks tumbling again....
Americans unprepared for financial disaster
Too many Americans have already maxed out their credit cards and couldn't get a loan, even in the case of financial emergency. ...
US GDP slowdown: Economic slowdown or temporary setback?
Economists expected a much higher rate of growth than the 3.1 percent GDP growth that occurred last quarter. Now many are scratching their heads....
A warning against the US economy: Will it get worse?
Standard & Poor's gave a negative outlook on US debt recently. Can the government get its act together?...
Unemployment drops, 230,000 jobs added in March
Nearly all job gains in March driven by private employers, a good indication that the economy may be picking up....
