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PODCAST: Super committee nears the end
Mary Dooe Nov 29, 2011
Talks are winding down at the Congressional super committee, and so far, no deal has been made. Spain has a new government after elections were held over the weekend. Hewlett-Packard reports earnings today, the first time since Meg Whitman took the reins. And Tyson foods, the big meat producer, reported even bigger quarterly losses.
Results of Spanish election could help country's economic state
Sarah Rainsford Nov 21, 2011
A new party will now take power in Spain, and citizens of that country hope this will solve their economic problems.
What Europe thinks of the super committee's inaction
Stephen Beard Nov 21, 2011
It was just last week that President Obama criticized the Europeans for not solving their debt issues. But it looks like we aren't faring much better here in the U.S.
In financial trouble, Spain prepares for an election
Sarah Rainsford Nov 18, 2011
Spain is the latest European country to be hit by difficultly in the bond market. Can a shake-up in political power help change that?
European leaders clash over Robin Hood tax
Stephen Beard Nov 18, 2011
German Chancellor Angela Merkel and British Prime Minister David Cameron meet today to discuss a possible Robin Hood tax in Europe.
The clock is ticking for the super committee
Jeremy Hobson Nov 18, 2011
A number of outcomes are possible when the super committee hits up against their deadline next week. Many are hoping that they will at least do the bare minimum to avoid another downgrade.
Holiday shopping: Will you choose debit or credit?
Gerri Detweiler Nov 18, 2011
The debate over credit versus debit has been raging for years. Guest blogger Gerri Detweiler gives three reasons on each side of the argument.
Fitch warns of U.S. exposure to euro debt
Amy Scott Nov 17, 2011
The credit rating agency Fitch says U.S. banks could be hit hard by the turmoil in Europe. The warning came late yesterday and sent bank shares tumbling.
Fitch warning causes U.S. stocks to drop
Stephen Beard Nov 17, 2011
The threat of a European contagion is far from over, and U.S. banks could be hit by their exposure to France and other countries.
What happens if the eurozone breaks up?
Stephen Beard Nov 16, 2011
For all its woes, the 17-member single currency zone is an feat of European cooperation. A breakup would have consequences in Europe and beyond.
