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US Consumer Price Index in March 2009

added: 16-04-2009

The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.2 percent in March, before seasonal adjustment, the Bureau of Labor Statistics of the U.S. Department of Labor reported. The index has decreased 0.4 percent over the last year, the first 12 month decline since August 1955.

Foreclosure Activity Increases 9 Percent in First Quarter 2009

added: 16-04-2009

RealtyTrac(R) released its U.S. Foreclosure Market Report(TM) for Q1 2009, which shows that foreclosure filings - default notices, auction sale notices and bank repossessions - were reported on 803,489 properties in the first quarter, a 9 percent increase from the previous quarter and an increase of nearly 24 percent from Q1 2008. One in every 159 U.S. housing units received a foreclosure filing during the quarter.

Majorities of Americans Lay at Least Some Blame for Economic Crisis on Media and Advertising Agencies

added: 16-04-2009

Many groups have been at the center of the "blame game" over who has responsibility for the current economic crisis. Could the media, advertising agencies and/or friends and family deserve at least some of the responsibility for causing people to purchase things they couldn’t afford? According to the American public, the answer is yes.

Retirement Confidence Survey: Worker Expectations for Comfortable Retirement Plummet

added: 16-04-2009

The recession has cast a pall over the retirement expectations of the vast majority of Americans, leaving a record-low 13 percent this year able to say they are very confident of having enough money to live comfortably in retirement, according to the 19th Annual Retirement Confidence Survey released by the nonpartisan Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI). Among workers, those feeling very confident about retirement has tumbled by one-half in the last two years.

America's "Financial IQ" Survey Shows Both Understanding and Gaps

added: 15-04-2009

With ongoing news about the struggling state of the economy and the impact on families across the country, it may be more important than ever for consumers to understand the basics of banking and personal finance. A recent survey of America's "Financial IQ" by financial services provider Capital One Financial Corporation indicates that while most Americans say they understand financial fundamentals and are tracking and monitoring budgets, many may not be doing enough to save or protect their financial future.

Americans Still Committed to Retirement Savings

added: 15-04-2009

The economic downturn has taken its toll on the American workforce and its psyche. Amid this stormy outlook, the 10th Annual Transamerica Retirement Survey, conducted by the Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies®, found surprisingly positive signs in workers’ commitment to retirement savings. The survey results also highlight the importance workers place on employer-sponsored retirement plans.

US Producer Price Index in March 2009

added: 15-04-2009

The Producer Price Index for Finished Goods decreased 1.2 percent in March, seasonally adjusted, the Bureau of Labor Statistics of the U.S. Department of Labor reported. This decline followed a 0.1-percent advance in February and a 0.8-percent increase in January. At the earlier stages of processing, prices received by producers of intermediate goods fell 1.5 percent after decreasing 0.9 percent a month earlier, and the crude goods index declined 0.3 percent following a 4.5-percent drop in February.

Americans Inspired By Green Innovation

added: 15-04-2009

The color green is often the symbol of regeneration and vitality. At a time when our country is in recovery and on the path toward renewal, Americans are encouraged by efforts to reinvest in our nation through innovation.

30-Year Mortgage Rates Remain Steady

added: 15-04-2009

The weekly average rate borrowers were quoted on Zillow Mortgage Marketplace for thirty-year mortgages remained relatively flat during the past week. Last week's rate was 5.10 percent, up slightly from 5.08 percent the week prior, according to the Zillow Mortgage Rate Monitor, compiled by leading real estate Web site Zillow.com®. Meanwhile, rates for 15-year fixed mortgages decreased to 4.73 percent, down from 4.77 percent and 5-1 adjustable rate mortgages also decreased, down to 4.65 percent from 4.71 percent the week prior.

Adoption of Consumer-Driven Health Plans Accelerated by Recession

added: 15-04-2009

CDHP enrollment expected to grow even faster in 2009 as employers see higher premium increases and look for savings, according to new reports from HealthLeaders-InterStudy.

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