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comScore Media Metrix Ranks Top 50 U.S. Web Properties for May 2009

added: 28-06-2009

comScore, Inc. released its monthly analysis of U.S. consumer activity at the top online properties for May 2009 based on data from the comScore Media Metrix service. May saw online visitation surge at gift- related sites as Mother's Day and other seasonal events prompted many to search for gifts online. Coupon sites also witnessed strong growth as bargain-hunting remained a top priority for many Americans.

Less Than 20% of Consumers Trust Food They Buy Is Safe and Healthy, IBM Survey Reveals

added: 27-06-2009

A new IBM study reveals that less than 20 percent of consumers trust food companies to develop and sell food products that are safe and healthy for themselves and their families. The study also shows that 60 percent of consumers are concerned about the safety of food they purchase, and 63 percent are knowledgeable about the content of the food they buy.

College Savings Concerns are Impacting Spending Habits and Economic Recovery

added: 27-06-2009

A new survey reveals that college savings concerns currently are or will affect the daily lives of 83% of parents, with 64% actively making changes to their current spending habits. The survey, commissioned by Futuretrust(R) and conducted by Harris Interactive(R), also finds that 92% of U.S. parents(1) expect to have to pay for their children's college education but more than half (57%) do not believe that they will be able to save enough money to afford college for their children.

Hedge Fund Community Worries About Planned Financial Regulatory Reform

added: 26-06-2009

Portfolio managers and executives of U.S. hedge funds believe the industry can survive this period of economic turmoil but the overriding concern, by a three-to-one margin, is that the government will go too far in its financial regulatory reform plan and stifle the market.

Consumers Are Saving More and Spending and Borrowing Less

added: 26-06-2009

Americans are continuing to tighten their belts with almost two-thirds (63%) of Americans saying they are spending less overall and two-thirds (64%) saying they are less likely to take out a loan. They are also weaning themselves from plastic with one-third (33%) saying they are using their credit card less often than before.

Corporate Directors Should Prepare for Rise in Unsolicited Takeover Offers

added: 26-06-2009

The Conference Board Governance Center issued a report providing board members with a checklist of issues they should consider when facing unsolicited takeover offers. The report is the fifth in The Conference Board series on the oversight role of the board of directors in the current economic crisis.

Bankrate: Mortgage Rates Post Mixed Results

added: 26-06-2009

The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate was slightly higher this week, rising to 5.80 percent, according to Bankrate.com's weekly national survey. The average 30-year fixed mortgage has an average of 0.45 discount and origination points.

CareerBuilder Survey: Laid Off Workers Report How They're Making the Most of a Difficult Time

added: 25-06-2009

Laid off workers today are competing in one of the toughest job markets in the nation's history and struggling with increased financial pressures. A new CareerBuilder survey finds that, despite the hardships many of these workers are facing, they are focusing on positive aspects of being in between jobs to get them through a challenging time.

Consumer Confidence Holds Steady in June, According to CEA-CNET Indexes

added: 25-06-2009

Consumer confidence in the overall economy held steady in June, according to the latest data from the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)® and CNET. The CEA-CNET Indexes also show that consumer confidence in technology and consumer electronics (CE) continues to improve.

Stronger Tax Credit is Needed to Motivate Prospective Homebuyers

added: 24-06-2009

Despite affordable home prices and low interest rates, the majority of Americans considering a home purchase still need a little extra incentive. According to a recent survey conducted by Weichert, Realtors, increasing the current tax credit to $15,000 and/or extending it to all buyers would offer the motivation needed to turn more onlookers into buyers.

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