Dec 19th, 2008 · Bypassing a reluctant Congress, the Bush administration says it will loan $17.4 billion to U.S. automakers, tapping the $700 billion approved for the rescue of financial companies. The companies have until March 31 to come up with viable survival plans.
Dec 15th, 2008 · Bernard Madoff was arrested on Dec. 11 by the FBI and charged, along with his investment firm with securities fraud. There's a growing list of investors including some of the world's largest banks that may have been defrauded of up to $50 billion. Here, a look at who he is and who's been hurt by this latest crisis.
Dec 4th, 2008 · The CEOs of Ford, General Motors and Chrysler are back on Capitol Hill asking for $34 billion in loans for the faltering U.S. auto industry. Despite detailed restructuring plans submitted to Congress earlier this week, questions linger. Here, a look at some of the issues.
Nov 19th, 2008 · The Big Three automakers are petitioning Congress for a $25 billion lifeline, but growing opposition makes the outlook for the bailout uncertain. Analysts say both Ford and GM will need to restructure and continue their efforts to focus and improve their product lineup regardless of whether government help comes through.
Nov 11th, 2008 · Insurance giant AIG is poised to get a revamped relief package worth $150 billion. That includes funds drawn from the government's $700 billion bailout plan. Previously, the Treasury Department had said the money was reserved for financial companies. Now the Big Three automakers are knocking at the door.
Oct 14th, 2008 · Congress has authorized the creation of the new White House coordinator to ride herd on law-enforcement aimed at intellectual-property theft. The entertainment industry says it's vital; critics say it's a waste of time and money. NPR's Laura Sydell explains.
Sep 19th, 2008 · The U.S. financial landscape has been reshaped by unprecedented intervention by the federal government. The Treasury Department called for the creation of a new agency to buy troubled loans from companies and said it would offer insurance for retail and institutional money market funds.
Sep 17th, 2008 · Nervous investors had a lot to worry about this week, with financial services companies declaring bankruptcy, hoisting for-sale signs and calling for federal assistance. The stock market fell steeply in response. Here, some tips for weathering the financial storm.