What's the first thing you do when you lose your job? Blog about it or update your status? More laid-off workers are using social networking sites to make connections — and get hired. Curt Nickisch reports.
To cope with the recession, many companies are considering layoffs or pay cuts. But is it better for companies to cut pay or let employees go? Jeremy Hobson reports.
As Chrysler and GM prepare their recovery plans, President Obama is setting up a task force to take charge of restructuring the crippled auto industry instead of appointing a "car czar." John Dimsdale reports on the president's plan.
California is on the brink of financial disaster. The Golden State is $42 billion in debt and lawmakers still haven't agreed on a budget. If they don't come up with a plan, California might be facing bankruptcy. Stacey Vanek-Smith reports.
GM and Chrysler have until tomorrow to submit their viability and loan payback plans to the federal government. The companies are expected to cut costs, cut jobs and cut down on union benefits. Jennifer Collins reports.
A British lobbying group is making dire predictions about the U.K. economy, including that next year unemployment could hit 10 percent. The group also warns of severe loan debt for the British government. Stephen Beard reports.
Economists have been sparring for weeks over the merits of the stimulus package. Tess Vigeland talks to our Economics Editor Chris Farrell, who tells us why he thinks the stimulus package is a good thing.
How will the stimulus bill help the taxpayer? Tess Vigeland evaluates the package on everything from jobs to loans to tax credits with Marketplace senior editor Paddy Hirsch and Washington Bureau Chief John Dimsdale.
California is hurting in this economy, and Colorado is capitalizing. The Centennial State is mounting a Valentine-themed campaign to lure California companies out of the Golden State. Rob Schmitz reports.
