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Saving and spending remain soft in 2011

Anemic income growth made it a weak year for saving and spending, but there are some signs that things could turn around in 2012.

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Consumer debt rises as interest rates fall

Recent trends in borrowing have taken a disturbing turn, and the Fed's low interest rate policies may be playing a role.

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State of the Union, Fed signal trouble for savers

Negative implications for interest rates in the State of the Union address and the Fed meeting added up to a tough week for savings accounts.

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Will consumers follow though on boosting savings rates?

A recent survey showed that Americans entered 2012 with the right intentions regarding savings and debt reduction, but past years have shown that maintaining those intentions is difficult.

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Small business owner confidence rises in December

Small business owners are feeling more confident about the state of the economy, according to a recent survey by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB). The survey indicated that confidence among small business owners rose in December to its highest level in 10 months. 

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