Economics

Posted on: Wednesday, March 4, 2015 - 2:19pm

Reports from the twelve Federal Reserve Districts indicate that economic activity continued to expand across most regions and sectors from early January through mid-February. Six Districts noted that the local economy expanded at a moderate pace since the prior reporting period. Activity rose modestly in Philadelphia and Cleveland, while it increased slightly in Kansas City.

All terms: News, Economics, Federal Reserve

Beige Book Preview

Posted on: Wednesday, March 4, 2015 - 8:11am

The Beige Book is due out Wednesday at 2 p.m. ET. The Beige Book usually comes out two weeks before policy meetings of the Federal Open Market Committee, with a commentary on the economic conditions from each of the 12 Federal Reserve districts. The focus is usually on prices, spending, employment and manufacturing, with regional reports on economic indicators.

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Kelley Blue Book Analyst: Gas Prices, Consumer Confidence Affected February Auto Sales

Posted on: Tuesday, March 3, 2015 - 1:12pm

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Warren Buffett: Strong Dollar Makes For 'Tough Year' In 2015

Posted on: Tuesday, March 3, 2015 - 7:40am

All terms: Forex, Top Stories, Economics, Markets

Warren Buffett Proves That Insourcing In America Still Works

Posted on: Monday, March 2, 2015 - 7:34pm

In his recent annual letter to Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE: BRK-A) (NYSE: BRK-B) shareholders, billionaire investing icon Warren Buffett showed that his support for the American economy goes far beyond actively participating in its free market system.

All terms: Education, Hedge Funds, Economics, Success Stories, General

The Strange World Of Negative Interest Rates

Posted on: Monday, March 2, 2015 - 4:42pm

Albert Einstein once said, "Compound interest is the eighth wonder of the world. He who understands it, earns it … he who doesn't … pays it." One has to wonder what Albert, having lived in Europe most of his life, would do with his savings were he alive today.

All terms: Education, Economics, General

Fed Rate Hike Predictions Get Even Murkier

Posted on: Monday, March 2, 2015 - 1:48pm

Analysts have been betting on when the Federal Reserve will raise its key interest rates ever since the U.S. central bank began tapering its controversial bond buying plan in 2014.

While many were expecting a rate hike as early as next month when the year began, most have pushed their forecasts back in light of dovish comments from the Fed and questionable economic indicators.

All terms: Politics, Top Stories, Economics, Federal Reserve, General

11 Key Quotes From Warren Buffett's New Shareholder Letter

Posted on: Saturday, February 28, 2015 - 10:56am

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE: BRK-A) (NYSE: BRK-B)'s annual shareholder letter is out for the 50th time.

Here are some of the key quotes:

All terms: Long Ideas, News, Management, Events, Economics, Success Stories, Trading Ideas

Ralph Nader: Why Wal-Mart's Wage Increase Is 'Not Much Of A Big Step'

Posted on: Friday, February 27, 2015 - 3:58pm

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FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler: 'The Internet Must Remain Open'

Posted on: Thursday, February 26, 2015 - 2:24pm

On Thursday afternoon, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) ruled that "Internet companies must act in ‘public interest' when providing mobile connection," according to the AP.

What Happened?

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