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Calculating the cost of getting kids to college
Adriene Hill Jun 14, 2013
Helping your kids to stand out in the eyes a college admissions officer takes a lot -- usually that means a lot of money. But before you spend beaucoup bucks on private tutors and athletic coaching, do a quick cost-benefit analysis of whether those investments will really pay off.
Discount stores lead retail sales lift
Diane Swonk Jun 13, 2013
Retail sales were up 0.6 percent in last month. Cars and discount stores did well in May, while department stores dragged.
The makers of Tide rinse away the boss: P&G CEO steps down
David Gura May 24, 2013
After a disappointing first quarter, CEO Bob McDonald says he will leave Procter & Gamble at the end of next month.
Afraid to spend money: The psychological trauma of long-term unemployment
Adriene Hill May 24, 2013
After six years of unemployment, Maria once again has a steady paycheck. She is ready to budget responsibly and save for the future, but how should she factor in spending money on her wants as well as her needs?
Fiat money: It has nothing to do with the car
Paddy Hirsch May 22, 2013
Your dollar bill isn't worth the paper it's printed on. Why? Because it's a fiat currency. Sr. Producer Paddy Hirsch explains.
What's behind the uptick in consumer spending?
Stacey Vanek Smith May 17, 2013
Retail sales rose a tenth of a percent in April. Why are people spending more and are they going back into credit card debit over these purchases?
Retail makes modest gains
David Brancaccio May 15, 2013
A look at how new retail figures impact the economy.
Retailers around the world react to Bangladesh fire
Krissy Clark May 15, 2013
After last month's collapse at a garment factory, retailers around the world are responding in different ways.
Retail sales edge up in April
Julia Coronado May 13, 2013
Did you buy a car or get some new clothes recently? You were not alone.
Paula Poundstone on the value of Mother's Day
Barbara Bogaev May 10, 2013
According to The National Retail Federation, consumers will spend $20.7 billion on Mother's Day gifts this year, but Paula Poundstone, comedian and mom of three, thinks everyone should save their money.
