Digital Reporter
Janet is a reporter with the Marketplace digital team.
While some consumer goods have become increasingly out of reach for Americans, deflation wouldn’t be good for the economy either.
The fuzzy critters with pointy ears have become a viral sensation. They’ve even caused a fight or two to break out.
Rotisserie chickens, hot dogs and milk help drive grocery store traffic.
Right now, it’s tough to chronicle the total amount of debt out there since they don’t report all of their data to the major credit agencies.
The unemployment rate can’t tell us everything happening in the job market. But the Labor Department is robust and transparent in its calculations.
Consumers can say goodbye to the humble penny more than two centuries after it was first introduced.
These numbers can build trust with consumers, and those who still have landlines don’t have to pay.
Investors, uncertain about the economy and financial markets, are gravitating toward the precious metal.
Having debt is important in times of crises, but if investors think it’s too risky to lend money to a country, interest rates can go up.
Experts say that if you were already planning to buy an appliance or car, it might be a good idea to take the plunge now.
