Economics 101
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FED's Capacity to Boost Money Is Factor of Ten
When the Federal Reserve Bank buys a $10,000 US Treasury note, or any acceptable asset of that amount from a member bank, it can set off a ten-fold jump in money supply. more...
US Economy Speeds to Longest Collapse Since 1945
The US economy has been in recession for 16 months, a slide likely in three months to become the longest recession since the Great Depression of the 1930s. more...
Super Business Cycle Threatens Obama's Team
President Obama deals big bucks off the federal deck to help rescue a world running out of cash, while the scary brainchild of a Russian economist grows more ominous. more...
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Understanding Investing Terms 3
By: Selena Robinson
Deflation is an indication of a slowing economy. Understanding the warning signs of deflation can help consumers to make smart investing moves. more...
Understanding Investing Terms 2
By: Selena Robinson
Arbitrage is a basic investing concept. Investors can make use of this common strategy to substantially increase profitability. more...
By: Selena Robinson
Savvy investors make use of exchange-traded funds to trade conservatively with minimal involvement. Being familiar with these tools can make for wise investing. more...
How Does a Stock Market Crash?
Why does the stock market crash? How can people protect themselves? First, understand what really drives the market. The answer is surprising! more...
Using medical imaging equipment, researchers are now looking into how the brain responds during the decision making process. Is it scatter-brain science or cutting-edge? more...
Investor Interpretation of Economic Indicators
By: James Brumley
Unemployment, capacity utilization, the Fed Funds rate, and the inflation rate are the most accurate economic indicators investors can use to spot a recession. more...
Behavioural Economics Gains Street Cred
It's instinctual knowledge based on anecdotal evidence. Ask anyone, who isn't a classically trained economist. Rational decision-making is simply exhausting. more...
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