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Consumer Confidence Falls to Four Month Low
Coralville Courier —
Authority: 512
The Rasmussen Consumer Index , which measures the economic confidence of consumers on a daily basis, fell three points on Wednesday to a four month low. At 69.0, the Consumer Index is down five points from a week ago and down seven points from a month ago. Confidence is now at the lowest level since July 24 and is up ...3 hours ago -
GM November Sales Of -2.2% Slip Below Expectations Of A 7% Increase On 151,427 Vehicles Sold
zero hedge —
Authority: 753
And another attempt to present a massive drop in consumer end demand for cars into something positive: “ Consumer interest in our launch vehicles remains solid, ” [we would hate to see what flacid interest looks like] said SusanDocherty, GM vice president, U.S. Sales. “We’re working to strengthenour ...1 day ago -
The National Retail Federation Data Provide Mix Hits on Black Friday Weekend 2009
The Political Bridge —
Authority: 438
(Media outlets and blogs are mostly putting a positive spin on this news. I disagree with that spin, but I dont see this news as overly negative. Looks like the economy and consumer spending are in holding patterns...) From Investment Advisor.com According to a survey conducted by the National Retail ...2 days ago -
On The Ground In Greater Tokyo
Risk Watchdog —
Authority: 126
Risk Watchdog has just returned from Greater Tokyo, where it spent a week trying to get a handle on what’s happening in Japan. Regular readers will recall that I have generally been bearish on Japan’s economy , so this was a good opportunity for a first-hand refresher. I say ‘Greater Tokyo’, because I ...2 days ago -
Still Buying Nothing?
Jr Deputy Accountant —
Authority: 145
First of all, Cyber Monday is a perfect example of why this country is as fucked up as it is. An entire day spent on the bosss dime surfing Online sales, as if standing in line at Wal-mart at 3 in the morning wasnt enough? Dont give me that "lunch hour" shit, it takes me at least an hour and 45 minutes to find the ...2 days ago -
Jeffrey Saut Blasts Rosenberg, New Pundit Drama In The Making As Rogers-Roubini Love-Fest Tapering
zero hedge —
Authority: 753
Looking at the mudslinging campaign going among economic strategists, one would think the presidential elections are early (and for once we may just elect someone who understands something...anything... about the economy). First we had Rogers and Roubini , and now it appears that the Bull-Bear combo of ...2 days ago -
Consumer morale in first fall since January (Reuters via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News)
Debt Consolidation Blog —
Authority: 148
Consumer confidence unexpectedly fell this month for the first time since January, slipping back to its lowest level since August, a monthly survey by GfK NOP for the European Commission showed on Monday.3 days ago -
Forex Daily Forecast – November 30 2009
Forex Crunch —
Authority: 140
The new forex trading week starts off with the Dubai crisis still looming. Canadian GDP, and European inflation will stand out in day with events from all over the world. Let’s see what’s up for the last day of November.In New Zealand, Building Consents are expected to continue rising after a big jump of 3.3% [...]3 days ago -
The glass is half full: Why the U.S. economy will strengthen in 2010
DailyFinance —
Authority: 792
Filed under: Economy Its been hard times for the U.S. economy. The unemployment rate essentially doubled as the economy contracted, making the recession from 2007 to 2009 the longest and worst since the 1930s. But while there are long term and structural factors that are likely to weigh on economic growth in the ...3 days ago -
GBP/USD Forecast – November 30 – December 4
Forex Crunch —
Authority: 140
A roller coaster week, with a 470 pips trading range ended with the Pound remaining almost unchanged. Purchasing managers’ indices and housing figures are due this week. Will the Pound decide where it’s going? Here’s a weekly outlook for 10 events that will move the Pound, and an updated technical analysis for ...4 days ago -
What Black Friday Can Tell You About 2009 Holiday Sales
The Daily Reckoning —
Authority: 602
Today’s Wall Street Journal opinion piece from Joe Queenan takes a humorous look at this holiday season’s retail sales. It’s refreshing, entertaining, and a little bit insightful. Also included below is a link to the Black Friday shopping chaos in a slideshow format. From the Wall Street Journal: “In all ...4 days ago -
Forex Weekly Outlook – November 30 – December 4 2009
Forex Crunch —
Authority: 140
The week of Thanksgiving, which was expected to be calm, was very volatile, with new lows in the dollar, that were proved temporary with the Dubai crisis. The upcoming week is already full of important indicators: rate decision in Europe and Australia, GDP from Europe, Switzerland and Canada, and the king of forex: ...4 days ago -
Forex Crunch —
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2009 Can’t be “better off” (at least in an economic sense)
InvestmentWatch —
Authority: 156
There IS plenty to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. We’ve certainly come a long way (baby) from a year ago. Let’s not forget, avoiding a second Great Depression was no foregone conclusion in the immediate wake of Lehman’s collapse. Then there’s our portfolios. True, your 401(k) and IRA are probably less ...6 days ago -
The Life of an Economic Turkey
The Daily Reckoning —
Authority: 602
One turkey turns to the other… “Things were pretty rough there for a while…what with the recession and all. But now there’s a recovery. Business is picking up.” “Yeah, this is great…no more hanging around this place waiting…finally, the boss says we’re all shipping out today…” “I wonder what ...6 days ago -
Consumers less confident about jobs, personal finance: survey - The Canadian Press
Debt Consolidation Blog —
Authority: 148
Global BC Consumers less confident about jobs, personal finance: survey The Canadian Press The survey also found more pessimism about personal finances . Just 13.9 per cent of respondents answered positively about their current finances, ... Canadian Consumers Pessimistic: Survey 580 CFRA ...6 days ago -
Consumers less confident about jobs, personal finance: survey (Brandon Sun)
Debt Consolidation Blog —
Authority: 148
OTTAWA - A new survey shows Canadian consumers are feeling less confident in economic recovery and their job security. The monthly survey by the Conference Board of Canada shows consumer confidence fell in November, the second month in a row. Major worries were job security and personal finances.6 days ago -
Fighting for a free turkey as consumer confidence improves slightly
WalletPop Blog —
Authority: 696
Filed under: Food , Shopping My wife and I occasionally shop for groceries at a supermarket that allows customers to collect points towards coupons, giveaways and other discounts. This year, we collected enough points to get a free turkey. Hooray. In years past, we never wouldve considered buying a frozen ...6 days ago -
Computer sales in India up 24 percent in July-September quarter
Thaindian News —
Authority: 728
New Delhi, Nov 26 (IANS) In another sign of recovery in Indian industry, the sales of personal computers in the country were up 24 percent in the quarter ended Sep 30 and touched 2.19 million units, according to leading market research firm IDC.“The July-September quarter experienced strong boost from new found ...6 days ago -
Real Estate Investment Sector Unfazed by Rising Spending
Real Estate Opinion MAG - AgentGenius —
Authority: 601
Jobs, shopping and real estate Consumer spending in the U.S. rose in October while new claims for jobless benefits dropped last week (according to Reuters ) hinting to some analysts that a recovery was within sight but that didn’t help sliding consumer confidence nor did a decline in orders for U.S. produced ...6 days ago
