Category Archives: Personal Finance
America’s most recession-proof cities
When it comes to recession-proof cities,”the Big O” is still on top.
Japan tries to rein in rising yen
The Japanese government has decided to intervene in the currency markets in an effort to rein in its skyrocketing yen. In a somewhat rare move, Japan’s Ministry of Finance announced that it would sell yen and buy U.S. dollars.
Greenspan: Raise taxes for everyone
Stocks drift Wednesday morning
Stocks turned mixed Wednesday as investors digested a report showing a slowdown in manufacturing, and the U.S. dollar gained strength after Japan moved to rein in the surging yen.
Obama pushes Congress for small biz action
President Obama has been talking — a lot — about what Washington needs to do to help save small businesses. Over the past week, he’s introduced a half-dozen different initiatives aimed at unlocking credit, creating jobs and expanding the Small … Continue reading
Prius brake fix near, Toyota tells dealers
Toyota Motor notified dealers it is prepared to unveil a solution to problems with the brake system of the popular Prius hybrid sedan, as well as a public relations campaign to try to repair its battered image.
Markets: Shaky after the slump
Wall Street avoided a bigger walloping late last week, with sellers finally calling it quits after a nearly 10% plunge in less than three weeks. But the week ahead could be pivotal as investors either jump back in – or … Continue reading
Madoff’s penthouse has a buyer — peek inside
The big jobs hole
The government’s monthly job report on Friday showed that the disastrous labor situation plaguing the nation’s economy is moderating. But the report also underlines an unsettling reality: 8.4 million jobs have been vaporized since the recession began, and digging out … Continue reading
Countdown to a new job … 211 days
It’s no wonder unemployed workers are getting discouraged: It’s never taken longer to find a new job.