All Economy
Fiat 500e electric car 'sold out' in CaliforniaThe market for electric cars in California is doing well, according to Fiat's US chief, who said the Fiat 500e electric car has sold out in California.
2014 Infiniti Q50 boasts elegant styling, new technologyThe 2014 Infiniti Q50 has been priced at $36,700. Its sport car version, coming in both rear-drive and all-wheel drive forms, has a price tag around $45,000, while its hybrid version, the Q50 Hybrid, offers 36 mpg on the highway and 354 net horsepower.
Stocks rise for second day straightStocks closed up on Wall Street Wednesday, despite a slowdown in the US economy. Stocks have been unpredictable for weeks, ever since Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke started hinting that a pullback in Fed stimulus programs would start soon.
High court's DOMA ruling: big tax savings for same-sex couplesThe Supreme Court's decision to strike down the Defense of Marriage Act could save thousands of dollars in federal taxes for gay and lesbian couples. In 13 states, just the ability to file jointly would mean an extra $6,100 in tax deductions for same-sex couples.
US economic growth revised down: Will Fed keep foot on accelerator?Investors welcomed news that the US economy grew in the first quarter at an annual pace of only 1.8 percent, well below last month's estimate of 2.4 percent, because it may encourage the Fed to persist longer in its stimulus policy.
Who bought the dip?Tumbling down in its worst weekly drop of 2013 so far, the S&P 500 fell by 2.1 percent last week. Retail investors, however, bought on a net basis.
Setting allowances for childrenSimply giving your children money on a weekly basis does not teach them anything about how to exchange effort for money. Hamm suggests giving your children a list of chores they can do around the house to earn money so they begin to appreciate their allowances.
The best smartphones for avid photographersSmartphones have allowed many people to replace traditional point-and-shoot cameras, but not all phones are made equal. Narayanan lists five smartphones that offer the best image-processing, picture-taking quality, and web connectivity for your money.
In Mexico, low-income homeowners watch their dreams crumbleJorge Arzave saw a bright future in the new suburban home that construction incentives and government loans made possible. But the house is falling apart, and promised services never arrived. Now he's challenging the government to help.
Meet the American factory owner held for ransom in ChinaChip Starnes is being held prisoner by employees at his Beijing factory. He wants to lay off 30 of them, and they want money.
Top 10 'most American' carsLooking at where a car was manufactured and how popular it is among American shoppers, Cars.com determined that the Ford F-150 is the 'most American' car of 2013.
Carnival replaces CEO as cruise bookings fallCarnival Cruise Lines has replaced its CEO, as advance bookings fall behind last year's levels. Despite the drop, Carnival eked out a $41 million profit in its fiscal second quarter.
BP oil spill payouts: BP takes legal battles to court of public opinionBP will place a full-page ad in three national newspapers on Wednesday to challenge billions of dollars in settlement payouts to businesses following its 2010 oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
Uncle Sam's portfolio is (partly) offsetting the public debtAmerica's net debt will expand to almost 10 percent of GDP by 2023, while financial assets will grow twice as fast as the public debt. As the federal investment portfolio expands, the growing public debt is overstating the US' debt burden, Gleckman says.
Tackle the honey-do list with 5 must-have toolsFrom a screwdriver set to a portable generator, here are five tools to help you complete a honey-do list indoors.
Stocks rise on good economic newsStocks closed up on Wall Street Tuesday as investors took good news about the US economy in stride. It comes after investors have sold stocks in recent weeks on fears the Federal Reserve would pull back on its economic stimulus too quickly.
McDonalds has served its last halal McChicken sandwich in USMcDonalds has served halal food, which is in accordance with Muslim dietary laws, at two Michigan restaurants for 12 years. But it's stopping the service after a lawsuit alleging the food was not halal. One problem: Not everyone agrees what halal is.
Electric car: lease or buy?If you're considering driving an electric car, you may be wondering whether you should lease or buy the vehicle. Buying a car may make sense for drivers who will take their vehicle on extended trips every year, while leasing a car saves you the risk of permanently losing battery capacity.
US home prices rise again: why this housing recovery has legsConsumer confidence is up, and the population and demand for housing are growing. And, after a six-year slump in new home construction, the supply is down, all fueling a steady rise in US home prices.
2014 BMW X5 makes its debutThe 2014 BMW X5, the third generation of SUV in its line, has been priced at $53,275. The new SUV brings an automatic start-stop system, speed-sensitive power steering, and a sophisticated navigation system.
