Mar 18th, 2010 · The private Conference Board says its leading economic index rose 0.1 percent in February. Ataman Ozyildirim, a Conference Board economist, said "the leading economic index points to moderately improving economic conditions in the near term."
Mar 17th, 2010 · A Harvard economist estimates how much revenue each state would raise by legalizing and taxing illicit drugs.
Mar 17th, 2010 · Prices at the wholesale level plunged 0.6 percent in February, the largest amount in seven months as a big drop in energy prices offset higher food costs. The drop was steeper than the 0.2 percent decline economists had expected.
Mar 16th, 2010 · There are thousands, if not millions, of people hoping to use a temporary job as a stepping stone to something more stable. But economists are divided over whether the bump in temporary hiring means a surge in full-time employment is around the corner.
Mar 13th, 2010 · The gap between the personal wealth of white and black Americans has grown wider. That's the takeaway from a report, released this week by the Insight Center for Community Economic Development. Guest host Jacki Lyden speaks with Dr. Julianne Malveaux, an economist and president of Bennett College, about the so-called "racial wealth gap."
Mar 10th, 2010 · Inventories dropped 0.2 percent, while sales increased for a 10th consecutive month, up a solid 1.3 percent. Economists hope the steady rise in sales will prompt more inventory restocking, triggering increased factory production and providing support for the fledgling economic recovery.
Mar 5th, 2010 · Energy Star labels and miles-per-gallon vehicle ratings aren't enticing enough consumers toward energy-saving options, according to economist Hunt Allcott. Allcott explains how new research in behavioral economics might help lead consumers to more energy-efficient choices.
Mar 5th, 2010 · In this election year, Democrats are having second thoughts about free trade. Some House members want to repeal NAFTA, the North American Free Trade Agreement with Canada and Mexico. And some Senators are worried about the stimulus bill sending or financing jobs overseas. Free trade may fly with economists, but it can be a hard sell on at home with near 10 percent unemployment.