“People expect the economy to improve, and their personal finances to improve."

Car buyers are impulsive, but not necessarily 'dumb.'

September retail sales take a slight dip from August.

Kai discusses the week that was.

A list of favorite brands of fathers confirms every male stereotype.

China wrangles with its credit bubble. And a look at cities that give budget power directly to citizens.

Despite backlash to their "Real Beauty" ad campaign, Dove is the best perceived brand by mothers in the U.S..

Consumer debt is up, particularly among young adults. Is this a good sign?

It’s day four of the government shutdown. For the 800,000 furloughed workers, that’s four days without income.

As states struggle to raise revenue, should services be subjected to a sales tax like goods?