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British inflation grows and grows. Is it temporary?The British inflationary rate increased again in March, despite stagnant economic growth. Is it cause for worry?
Analysts react to Obama plan for curbing oil speculationSeveral industry analysts are reacting to President Obama's announced plan Tuesday to curb oil speculation, which some say has to led to rising fuel prices.
Income inequality highlighted on Tax DayIncome inequality is at its worst in nearly a century, with the highest earners paying low tax rates in the face of a massive federal deficit and crumbling public services. To lessen income inequality, we must curb the political power of the very rich.
Tax Day freebies: Get free Arby's, Cinnabon, and moreTax Day freebies are being offered by several restaurant chains in honor of the April 17 filing deadline. Here is your comprehensive list of tax day freebies.
10 weirdest global fast foods In the US, fast food can get pretty predictable: Burgers, fries, chicken, and a taco or a fish sandwich, if you鈥檙e feeling adventurous. Leave it to our international brethren to show us how to loosen up and live a little. Take a look at ten wacky fast food items from around the world.
Euro debt crisis: Is Spain the new Greece?Spain has become the focal point for Europe's debt crisis. But Spain isn't Greece. It's better 鈥� and worse.
The rich should pay higher taxes. So who are the rich?If 'the rich' are defined as those who can afford and ought to be expected to pay higher income taxes, then the categorization is really much broader than multimillionaires.聽
Tax deadline: 5 quick tips to avoid an IRS auditThe IRS fails to get 1 of every 6 tax dollars its entitled to, so it's on the lookout for fraud. But there are steps you can before Tuesday's tax deadline to reduce the risk of an audit.
Manufacturing activity slowsThe current聽activity index fell to 6.56, while future activity declined to 43.12.
Stocks close mixed; Dow up 71The Dow rose 71 points to close at 12921, but steep losses for Apple dragged down the Nasdaq.
De-cluttering tip: Pack a 'sell by' boxUnreasonably attached to an item you rarely use? Set a deadline for getting rid of it.聽
Jim Yong Kim selected as new World Bank presidentJim Yong Kim, currently the president of Dartmouth College, beat out two other candidates to take over the World Bank, beginning this summer.
Apple stock losses drag down the NasdaqApple stock has propelled the Nasdaq composite index forward for most of the year. But in the past few days, Apple stock has done just the opposite.聽
Does good weather boost consumer spending?In the warmest March on record, retail sales beat expectations. But shouldn't the boost have been bigger?
Retail sales increaseRetail sales increased 0.8 percent from February, and 6.5 percent on a year over year basis.聽
Currency move latest sign of China's transformationChina is transitioning away from being the world's discount manufacturer. But it will have to loosen its currency even more to avoid the pitfalls of development. 聽
Stock market mixed: Retail sales up, Barbie sales downStock market sees Dow rise, but S&P and Nasdaq indexes fall. Mattel shares fall on lower Barbie sales, but a better-than-expected retail sales report buoys stock market.
For the economy to grow, it has to be fairDespite what you'll hear on the campaign trail in the next few months, there is no necessary tradeoff between fairness and economic growth. History shows that higher taxes on the wealthy would mean a healthier economy for everyone else.聽
Student loans: What will you owe? Check here.Students loans online calculator is being tested by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Users can compare grant and scholarship offers to see what they will owe in student loans. 聽 聽
Senior discounts: popular, but under fireDo the swelling ranks of seniors deserve a price break when younger generations are struggling more?聽