- Ben Bernanke's Power Over Your Money CNNMoney.com
Ben Bernanke scared stock investors on Wednesday when he said the Federal Reserve may start slowing its economic stimulus program later this year, but what does it mean for borrowers and savers?
- Housing Recovery Is Precarious: Shilling Daily Ticker
The housing rebound is based on rentals, not on new homeowners 'who are the basis of any solid rally,' says economist and investment adviser Gary Shilling.
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- Jobless Claims Rise Above Expectations Last Week Reuters
The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits rose more than expected last week, but not enough to signal a material shift from the recent pace of moderate job growth.
It may not happen today or even this year, but at some point the Fed is going to either reduce its quantitative easing program or stop it entirely.






