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Customer Service Hall of Fame

Wikimedia CommonsWhich companies do Americans enjoy dealing with the most? Truth is, many of the names that top this annual list of best companies for customer service will not surprise you — they’ve been…

Douglas A. McIntyre · 12 years ago

10 Cities Where Wages Are Soaring

Despite flattening nationally, wages posted strong growth in some metro areas. Based on data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, these are the metro areas where wages are soaring.

247alexkent · 12 years ago

Cities With the Most Abandoned Homes

While there are a variety of options for homeowners in foreclosure,many have chosen to cut their losses and abandon their property. The housing market has been improving across much of the nation. However, some…

Thomas Frohlich · 12 years ago

10 Countries Spending the Most on the Military

Global military spending continued to decline last year. Although arms expenditure has actually increased in much of the world, military spending in the United States — which still accounted for 37% of total global…

Thomas Frohlich · 12 years ago

10 Brands That Will Disappear in 2015

BlackBerry Ltd.Each year, 24/7 Wall St. identifies 10 American brands that we predict will disappear before the end of the next year. This year’s list reflects the fact that mergers and acquisitions are at…

Douglas A. McIntyre · 12 years ago

10 Brands That Will Disappear in 2015

BlackBerry Ltd.Each year, 24/7 Wall St. identifies 10 American brands that we predict will disappear before the end of the next year. This year’s list reflects the fact that mergers and acquisitions are at…

Douglas A. McIntyre · 12 years ago

Countries Spending the Most on Health Care

ThinkstockThe United States currently spends more per person on health care than any other developed country. Health outcomes in the U.S., however, are among the worst. Despite weak health spending growth worldwide, a number…

Thomas Frohlich · 12 years ago

Ten States With the Most Student Debt

Average student debt levels have skyrocketed in recent years, reaching nearly $30,000 in 2012 from $18,650 in 2004. With debt levels swelling, President Barack Obama has recently addressed the issue, proposing an option to…

247alexkent · 12 years ago

States That Drink the Most Beer

ThinkstockIn recent years, Americans have increasingly moved away from beer consumption in favor of wines and spirits. U.S. beer consumption fell slightly from 28.3 gallons per drinking-aged adult in 2012 to 27.6 gallons last…

247alex · 12 years ago

States With the Most Gun Violence

As mass shootings continue to appear in the news, many Americans and state leaders are asking how to address the problem without restricting constitutional rights. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) tracks…

Thomas Frohlich · 12 years ago

Ten Cities Where Foreign Companies Create the Most Jobs

ThinkstockFor decades, the United States has been a centerpiece of the global economy. Even in the aftermath of the Great Recession, foreign businesses have looked to the U.S. for investment opportunities and talent. According…

247alex · 12 years ago

The Best (and Worst) States to Be Unemployed

ThinkstockLate last year, the federal government allowed its emergency unemployment compensation benefits program to expire. This decision has left much of the nation’s long-term unemployed without access to unemployment insurance after their standard eligibility…

247alexkent · 12 years ago

America’s Worst Companies to Work For

Family Dollar Store Inc.Employees can now share their opinions about employers online. As a result, companies face new reputation risks that can affect their customers and shareholders. For the third year, 24/7 Wall St. has identified…

Thomas Frohlich · 12 years ago

America’s Worst Companies to Work For

Family Dollar Store Inc.Employees can now share their opinions about employers online. As a result, companies face new reputation risks that can affect their customers and shareholders. For the third year, 24/7 Wall St. has identified…

Thomas Frohlich · 12 years ago

Ten Oldest Company Logos in the World

Wikimedia CommonsEven before global marketing campaigns, television commercials, and social media, a company’s logo has been important. Over time, as businesses and consumers have changed, most major companies have also changed their logos dramatically.…

Thomas Frohlich · 12 years ago