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Is the Economy Improving? 10 Signs to Watch Out For

Kiplinger offered a very interesting slide show the other day. It offers 10 indications that the economy is improving. read more »
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Are we in a Bull Market Yet?

Regardless of the pessimism surrounding the US economic recovery, Wall Street is celebrating. Overall, stocks have been in a rally for nearly two yea[...] read more »
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Politics of Envy

If I can't have it, neither can you!
What are the financial implications of our divisive domestic economic policy? read more »
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2011 Energy Tax Credits for Home Improvements

The 2011 energy tax credit is decidedly lacking in benefits. The credit was just a small part of the larger tax deal that was finally brokered betwee[...] read more »
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China Continues to Build Its Forex Reserves

China continues to build its forex reserves. However, it appears that speculative capital inflows are replacing trade surplus as a reason for increas[...] read more »
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2011: What to Watch

Here are 7 themes to watch for as you plan your personal finances and investments in 2011. read more »
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Top 5 Economics Graphs of the Week - 18 Dec 2010

This week we review inflation data from the US and the EU. Also examined is Japan's influential Tankan business sentiment survey, and a check in on [...] read more »
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Adventures in Fiscal Irresponsibility

Late last night, the House passed a tax deal that would extend Bush era tax cuts. Extending the Bush era tax cuts for everyone, without cutting spend[...] read more »
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Did Your Household Wealth Grow in Quarter 3?

The Federal Reserve says that household wealth grew in Quarter 3. Was your household one of those that saw an increase in wealth? read more »
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Jump-Start the Economy: What’s it Have to do With Me?

A look at how you can take advantage of the economy to improve your financial situation. read more »
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Top 5 Graphs of the Week - 11 December 2010

This week we look at the international trade stats for the US and China, with some interesting signs in the China data. Then we review an interesting[...] read more »
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NJ City Collects Over $1Million in 3 Months From Red Light Cameras — Faithful With A Few

By installing 3 red light (traffic) cameras, a New Jersey city has collected over $1 Million in only 3 months! How did they pull it off? Was it about[...] read more »
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Canadian Loose Money Policy Continues

Bank of Canada keeps overnight rate the same for now, and no threats of future increases either. read more »
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Deal Reached Between President Obama And GOP On Extension Of Bush Tax Cuts

We’ve been talking for months now about whether or not Congress and President Obama would be renewing the Bush tax cuts of 2001 and 2003. Last night[...] read more »
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How to Solve a Debt Problem

A few months ago the economic debate was whether governments should introduce austerity measures or more fiscal stimulus. Now it seems to be moving t[...] read more »
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