Economic Trends
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Economic recovery remains to be seen
By staff WriterThe majority of Americans still believe economic recovery is more than two years away, reveals a new Gallup poll.
January 07, 2010
Working boomers are unsatisfied, worriedAt a time when jobs are hard to come by, satisfaction is falling dramatically. A report by The Conference Board, which looks at job satisfaction...
December 01, 2009
Bicycle EconomiesThe term BRIC was invented by Goldman Sachs economist Jim O'Neill. It was an easy-to-memorize acronym based on the names of four large developing countries:...
November 16, 2009
Editor's Choice for the Week of November 16, 2009: Retail Sales, Trade, JobsWhat's happening this week.
October 02, 2009
Exclusive WM Interview with Economist Robert ShillerOne of the economists whose theories are enjoying something of a renaissance is John Maynard Keynes, and his theory that economics is driven by human psychology.
September 11, 2009
Economist Forecasts Depression for Japan and EurolandEconomists at High Frequency Economics (HFE) forecast a dire outlook for Japan and Euroland but a better economic outlook for the U.S. On a Sept....