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Fun facts from the Census on jobs by gender and race
John Ketchum Nov 29, 2012
The U.S. Census Bureau today released a burst of data on who works in which profession and where. We plucked out a few interesting facts from the release.
Americans start to see light in economy
Frank Newport Nov 29, 2012
Consumer confidence at a five-year high according to new data this week. But what exactly makes us so confident?
GDP revised up to 2.7%, investment revised down
Diane Swonk Nov 29, 2012
Though the latest GDP numbers are up and jobless claims are down, the economic details tell a gloomier story.
Americans choose sides on words, not just politics
Frank Newport Nov 29, 2012
The polling firm Gallup has gathered new data on how Americans feel about certain key economic phrases such as free enterprise, capitalism, and federal government.
Obama tries a hashtag to avoid the fiscal cliff
Queena Kim Nov 28, 2012
The Obama administration is using #My2K to raise awareness about middle-class tax increases.
Warren Buffett on what he 'gets' about the economy, investing mistakes, and inflation
Jeremy Hobson Nov 28, 2012
Warren Buffett is one of the most successful investors in history, so what does he know about the economy that few others do? Buffet discusses the biggest investment mistake he's ever made, his economic concerns in the year ahead, and how to get the U.S. growing again.
Warren Buffett on Jamie Dimon as Treasury Secretary, the fiscal cliff, and taxes
Kai Ryssdal Nov 28, 2012
All the talk these days is about the likelihood of the U.S. Congress avoiding a fiscal cliff. You know who’s not worried? Warren Buffett. Plus, his views on the next Treasury Secretary, Oreos for breakfast, and taxing the rich.
Congress eyes limit to mortgage interest deduction
Krissy Clark Nov 27, 2012
As Congress tries to reach a deal to avoid the fiscal cliff, lawmakers are considering a cap on the mortgage interest deduction.
Republicans begin to chip away at anti-tax pledge
Jeremy Hobson Nov 26, 2012
Several prominent Republicans are backing away from a pledge made to the anti-tax activist Grover Norquist, which could make 'fiscal cliff' negotiations easier.
Worries grow over cuts to unemployment aid
David Gura Nov 26, 2012
During the recession, Congress lengthened unemployment aid to a maximum of 99 weeks. If not renewed, the current extension will expire at the end of the year.
