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Save money and time with automatic bill payIf your money is already accounted for, you're less likely to spend it on things you don't need. Paying your bills automatically from your checking account makes it easy.
Why we need business people in politicsBusiness skills might not necessarily fit with government policy, but business people are good for one thing–dealing with other business people
Orange juice being tested for a fungicide by FDAOrange juice with fungicide? The FDA is stepping up testing of orange juice after a juice company alerted the agency to low levels of the fungicide carbendazim in orange juice brands.
Avoiding fiscal dragThere are several risk factors for the economy this year, but fiscal drag is one that we can avoid with smart policy
Forget your manners and talk about moneyKeeping quiet about you finances, particularly with your loved ones, is a surefire way to run into money problems
Stocks fall on threat of a European recessionThe Dow dropped 13 points to close at 12449 after the European Union projected slow economic growth in 2012
Mitt Romney and the Bain of capitalismIf Romney's opponents are going to accuse him of doing things that are bad for society during his time at Bain Capital, then they need to propose laws that would prevent such things from happening in the future. They won't.
Are Twinkies in decline? Hostess files for Chapter 11.Twinkies, Wonder Bread, and other Hostess products should still reach consumers, the company says. Hostess blames labor costs, not declining Twinkies sales, for Chapter 11 filing.
What makes democracy work? Ignorance.Collective ignorance is essential to the democratic process because it keeps extremists from dominating politics
Mortgage rates trend lower and lowerThe average rate for a 30 year fixed rate mortgage (from FHA and conforming GSE data) increased 2 basis points to 4.03% since last week, but the overall trend continues to slide
Tax-deferred 401(k) plans good news for workersWhile lower-wage workers get less of a tax benefit than their higher-paid colleagues, their wages fall by much less for every dollar their employer contributes to their retirement plan.
Stocks fall on Europe woesStocks down in Europe ahead of key European bond auctions. Futures point to lower open for stocks in US.
Don't stop worrying about the economySure, the recent economic news has been good, but there are plenty of things (like oil prices) that should keep you worrying
Gap between oil and natural gas prices widensAs oil prices continue to rise, the idea of natural gas as a primary fuel source gains appeal
CES: Why car gadgets are making inroads at Las Vegas electronics showAt CES, six of the top 10 automakers are promoting their technological gadgetry, an increasingly important factor in car sales. The Las Vegas electronics show is coinciding with the Detroit Auto Show.
Jon Huntsman is right about Wall StreetHuntsman criticizes the bailouts and proposes a breakup of Wall Street's biggest banks. Why isn't this guy leading the polls?
- Stocks get a boost from Europe, corporate earnings
The Dow rose 69 points to close at 12462 as hopes for strong corporate earnings boosted the markets.
Food stamp use still rising despite good jobs newsHousehold food stamp participation has been climbing so steadily that it has far surpassed the last peak, set as a result of Hurricane Katrina
Sweater vests from Rick Santorum: overpriced?Sweater vests are available from Rick Santorum's campaign for a $100 contribution. But many stores sell sweater vests for less than $50. So where should true conservatives shop?
Germany: High on jobs, low on growthGermany boasts a low unemployment rate, but industrial production is in a free fall
