Consumer Sentiment Softens but Remains Close to Multiyear Highs
The University of Michigan's reading on consumer sentiment slipped marginally lower at the month-end revision for October.
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GDP is the barometer used to measure growth for economic expansion. Real GDP growth had not seen two consecutive quarterly growth rates of 3% or higher since 2014.
European Central Bank Plays Three-Card Monte on Quantitative Easing
The European Central Bank pledged on Thursday to cut its large program of bond buying. On the surface that sounds like the beginning of the end of quantitative easing.
The Attack Against 401(K) Retirement Savings Continues
It appears that the House of Representatives may still be weighing adjustments to how much Americans can save for retirement in qualified retirement savings plans.
Durable Goods for September May Offer Stronger Support for Q3 GDP
If there is one economic report that can be highly volatile and can look counter-cyclical despite the broader economic direction, that would be the one on durable goods.
Chicago Fed Shows National Economic Activity Rebounded in September
The Chicago Fed National Activity Index rose more than expected in September due to strength in production-related indicators.
Niger by the Numbers: Its Population and Economy
Most Americans know little or nothing about Niger, the country where four U.S. soldiers where killed in an ambush. It is a small country based on population and one of the poorest in the…
California Wildfires Caused 42 Deaths, More Than $1 Billion in Damage
The wildfires that raged through California earlier this month have claimed at least 42 lives and more than $1 billion in property damage. Those numbers are sure to rise as the clean-up begins.
Jobless Claims Hit Lowest Levels Since 1973
The Labor Department of has reported that the number of Americans filing new unemployment applications fell to the lowest level in 44 years — back to March 31, 1973.
Has Dating Become a Financial Audition?
A new survey looked at Americans' ideas about dating and how important financial considerations could become both early and later in a relationship.
Leading Indicators Post First Drop in Over a Year
The Conference Board's latest U.S. Leading Economic Index showed a decline, a disappointment is in the wake of two hurricanes.
California Ranked as Worst State for Identity Theft
Some parts of the country, such as California, are more vulnerable to cyberattacks than others, based on a new study.
Hackers Ramp Up Efforts Against Schools
Hackers have increased their efforts to get into databases and email of schools and other educational organizations, attempting to get money in exchange for silence about student information.
10 Best States for Business Taxes
The Tax Foundation has released its 2018 index of the best and worst states for business taxes. Which state will win this year's big prize and become Amazon's second headquarters city?
Millennials Most Likely to Share Their Salary Information With Others
When it comes to how much money they make, historically a taboo topic, millennials are less reluctant to share salary information than baby boomers, says a new study.