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Small Business Owner Optimism Negative for First Time in Survey History

added: 26-03-2009

Small business owners’ optimism recently dropped to its lowest level in the six years that the Wells Fargo/Gallup Small Business Index has been conducted.

Survey Shows How Small Companies Are Responding to a Big Recession

added: 26-03-2009

As the U.S. recession deepens and monthly job losses reach historic highs, a recent survey of more than 400 white-collar small businesses is shining a light on how small employers are evolving their human capital management practices in a down economy, and how employer practices are directly influenced by whether the small business owner is considered an "economic optimist" or an "economic pessimist."

Online Consumer Behavior Shifts in a Challenging Economic Climate

added: 25-03-2009

PriceGrabber.com(R), a part of Experian, examines the shifts in consumer spending during this economic downturn in its latest Consumer Behavior Report. Survey data reveals that online consumers have shifted from cutting back to price-conscious spending and also are using the Internet to find the best deals.

Consumer Confidence Highest in 13 Months

added: 25-03-2009

Consumer confidence in the overall economy increased in March to its highest level in more than a year, according to figures released by the Consumer Electronics Association and CNET. Although consumers reported improved expectations for the broader economy, the CEA-CNET Indexes also show that technology spending continues to fall.

Employees Would Like to Purchase Non-Traditional, Voluntary Benefits at Work

added: 25-03-2009

Many full time working adults whose company provides them with employee benefits say they would be at least somewhat likely to purchase computers (45%) and home appliances (37%) through payroll deduction at work if the option were available.

Americans Believe Global Warming Exists and Vote Their Dollars on Green Brands

added: 25-03-2009

Overall, just 3 percent of the public does not believe climate change exists. 52 percent of Americans believe climate change is caused by human activities. Twenty-nine percent believe climate change is occurring naturally, and 15 percent say climate change needs to be scientifically proven.

More Working People Go Without Health Coverage as Insurance Costs Outpace Income

added: 25-03-2009

With Congress and the Obama administration discussing how to reform the nation's health care system, a new report looks at what has happened since the last significant reform effort ended in 1994 without any comprehensive congressional action.

IBISWorld Investigates The Recession's Impact On Holiday Sales

added: 25-03-2009

The Easter Bunny will have less in its basket this year as holiday expenditure is expected to decline eight percent, according to industry research firm IBISWorld. Total sales from Easter clothing, candy, flowers, decorations, food and greeting cards are expected to fall from $14.8 billion in 2008 to $13.6 in 2009.

Federal Reserve Announcement Drives Mortgage Rate Drop

added: 25-03-2009

Driven by the news that the The Federal Reserve plans to spend an additional $750 billion to buy mortgage-backed securities, the weekly average rate borrowers were quoted on Zillow Mortgage Marketplace for thirty-year mortgages fell to 5.06 percent, down from 5.21 percent the week prior, according to the Zillow Mortgage Rate Monitor, compiled by real estate Web site Zillow.com(R).

Fitch: Legacy Asset Plan Positive for U.S. Economic Recovery & Banking System Health

added: 25-03-2009

The Public-Private Investment Program for Legacy Assets should contribute to the U.S. government's broader efforts to stabilize and restructure the financial sector, essential pre-conditions for a sustainable economic recovery over the medium term, according to Fitch Ratings.

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