Archive for 'How to read the financial news' Category
Your wallet can be a leading economic indicator
By admin - Last updated: Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Consumers account for two-thirds of America’s spending, and it’s easy to understand why it is worth listening to us. Our plans to spend, to save, and to invest are shaping economic trends. This knowledge will help you forecast changes in the economy. In 2008, the Consumer Expectations Index documented a drop in consumer confidence that [...]
Guide to the economy and the stock market
By admin - Last updated: Tuesday, February 15, 2011
By reading the financial pages of the newspaper daily, an investor can be well informed about blue chip stocks. He should focus on four fundamental news subjects: the business cycle, inflation, liquidity, and interest rates. These key indicators will help investors understand economic influences on the stock market. 1. The business cycle describes the expansion [...]