Feb 2, 2014 by Amanda AlixThe Long-Term Unemployment Crisis Is Out of ControlThe unemployment rate may be dropping, but the number of people out of work for longer than 27 weeks is off the charts.
Feb 2, 2014 by Amanda AlixWhen It Comes to Mortgages, Will Bank of America Ever Get It Right?SIGTARP’s quarterly report to Congress once again highlights B of A’s lack of finesse in the mortgage arena.
Feb 1, 2014 by Amanda AlixThe Man Trying to Unionize College FootballNorthwestern’s starting quarterback wants to level the playing field.
Jan 31, 2014 by Amanda AlixConfidence Drops as Investors Worry About the FutureA rocky January for stocks may be harbinger of a tough year.
Jan 30, 2014 by Amanda AlixDow Rebounds Despite Mixed Economic NewsJobless claims and housing news aren’t great, but the Dow is doing fine anyway
Jan 29, 2014 by Amanda AlixObama Speech Fails to Boost the Dow as Emerging Markets Fears RiseThe Dow is tanking this morning on fears of a global currency crisis.
Jan 28, 2014 by Amanda AlixNo Worries: Dow Shrugs Off Taper Terror, Jumps on Confidence DataConfidence trumps unexciting economic data and fears of further Fed tapering.
Jan 28, 2014 by Amanda AlixTumbling Mortgage Rates Light Up mREITs, but for How Long?The upcoming FOMC meeting could throw a wet blanket on this party.
Jan 27, 2014 by Amanda AlixDow Makes a Halting Recovery Ahead of Fed MeetingThe Dow is making a gallant effort to undo Friday’s plunge, despite so-so economic news.
Jan 27, 2014 by Amanda AlixDid Bank of America Exploit Fannie and Freddie?U.S. regulators are investigating whether Bank of America executed its own trades before those of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac
Jan 26, 2014 by Amanda AlixHow to Graduate From an Ivy League School Debt-FreeThe top colleges and universities offer a premium educational experience, often for much less than sticker price
Jan 25, 2014 by Amanda Alix3 Key Areas Where Obamacare Is Causing Job ShortagesOccupations related to health care are already feeling the pinch from the effects of the Affordable Care Act.
Jan 25, 2014 by Amanda AlixForget About the NSA -- Bank of America Could Be Watching YouRecently unearthed emails implicate Bank of America is on the lookout -- again.
Jan 24, 2014 by Amanda AlixDow Suffers Amid Emerging Markets Woes and Taper WorriesThe Dow Jones Industrial Average takes another plunge as macroeconomic concerns takes center stage
Jan 23, 2014 by Amanda AlixDow Tanks Following Sullen Report on Chinese ManufacturingA contraction in Chinese factory activity sets the stage for another depressing day on the Dow.
Jan 22, 2014 by Amanda AlixBank of America's Billion-Dollar Judgement Day Is Only Days AwayA promotion for New York State Judge Barbara Kapnick means that a ruling in a critical mortgage bond case is imminent.
Jan 22, 2014 by Amanda AlixDow Slumps as Big Banks Turn Away WorkBig banks are sullen as regulation causes skittishness in the deal-making arena.
Jan 22, 2014 by Amanda AlixWhy Your Bank May (Finally) Be Ready to Protect Your PrivacyThe recent credit and debit card breach could cost banks millions.
Jan 21, 2014 by Amanda AlixDid Visa's Malware Warnings to Target Go Unheeded?Visa sent out two retailer alerts about security-busting malware last year.
Jan 21, 2014 by Amanda AlixDow Struggles as Rumors of Taper Speed-Up SpreadIt’s a fairly slow day for the Dow, but a Wall Street Journal article might have markets jittery.