Money & Savings News Blog - Feb 2012 - Page 1

Foreign threats loom over U.S. economy

Published on February 27,2012 by Richard Barrington

Iran's threats to restrict shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, combined with the ongoing twists in the drama over Greek debt, have conspired...

Saving and spending remain soft in 2011

Published on February 16,2012 by Richard Barrington

Recent economic data indicate that both spending and saving among Americans were relatively weak throughout 2011. But a close look at the numbers...

Consumer debt rises as interest rates fall

Published on February 10,2012 by Richard Barrington

The Federal Reserve describes its role as seeking "to foster maximum employment and price stability." But recent trends in consumer debt show a...

State of the Union, Fed signal trouble for savers

Published on February 03,2012 by Richard Barrington

Between the State of the Union address and the latest Federal Reserve meeting, the last week of January was a tough period for savings accounts. With...

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