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Japan's stock market outperforms as G-7 approves stimulus plan
Japan's stock market once again outperformed on Monday after officials from the world's leading industrial economies...
Germany's finance minister has called for caution as the European Union draws up plans to wind up failing banks,...
Pope Francis greeted tens of thousands of people attending a rally of prayer, music and speeches.
Why new home sales rally while existing home sales lag behind
As the housing market recovers, new homes sales are taking off while existing home sales lag. Read more »
Bill in Congress could limit overdraft fees
A bill in Congress could provide consumers with protection from excessive overdraft fees. Read more »
Low-income families least likely to change spending habits from increased taxes
Despite the increased payroll taxes that came in with the new year, only 30 percent of Americans cut spending. Read more »
If debt was stacked up in one dollar bills next to you, this is how tall it would be
The graphic from Cash Store demonstrates the breakdown of just how much debt America has. Debt in America. How Many Americans are in Debt? infographic Read more »
Low-income households could be hit hardest by a carbon tax
Low-income households could be hit hardest of all if America's potential solution for improving the economy becomes law. Read more »
NYC restaurant workers advocate minimum wage increase in new 'Money' music video
New York City restaurant workers sing and dance to the tune of "Money" in a new video aimed at increasing the minimum wage and bringing attention to this sector of the workforce. Read more »
Private US firms take major role vs. cyberattacks
When Kevin Mandia, a retired military cybercrime investigator, decided to expose China as a primary threat to U.S. computer networks, he didn't have to consult with American diplomats in Beijing or... Read more »
Bountiful breaks ground for new City Hall
The new Bountiful City Hall will trade properties with the Bountiful Davis Arts Center, which is being torn down for the project and eventually will be housed in the existing City Hall. Read more »
Are you paying for your job? Corporate taxes may fall on workers
Congress may make changes on the corporate tax this year, which again stirs the question of who actually pays it. Read more »
Obama overstates value of manufacturing
Manufacturing jobs are not the solution for America's economic woes. Read more »
These shoes were made for taxing, at least in Illinois
A recent Illinois bill proposes taxing the athletic to support young people. Read more »
Cash-strapped states look to troubled pension funds to spur economy
With the economy still stagnating, a few powerful voices have begun pressuring already underfunded pension funds to help kickstart local economies, acting as venture capital investors. Fund... Read more »
Feds try to help, but many student loan borrowers still stranded without assistance
The federal government has made efforts to address the student loan crisis by offering repayment assistance plans such as Income-Based Repayment plan and Pay as You Earn. However, there are still... Read more »
US sues S&P over pre-crisis mortgage ratings
The U.S. government accused Standard & Poor's of inflating ratings on mortgage investments to boost its bottom line, taking aim at a key player in the run-up to the financial crisis. Read more »
New reports call for overhauling the federal student loan program
New reports call for overhauling the federal student loan program Read more »
How capping the mortgage interest deduction may, or may not, affect you
For the average American, putting a cap on mortgage interest deductions may not deserve worry. Read more »
Fun with numbers: new data shows shifts in US media
The Bureau of Labor Statistics recently released voluminous data about Media and Information — including figures about trends in employment and consumption. Read more »
Paying with a credit card just got more expensive
Businesses in 40 states can now charge a 4 percent fee on a credit card transaction. Read more »
Hatch, Lee say feds are overreaching with gun control
Utah Sens. Mike Lee and Orrin Hatch were swift to react to Wednesday's Senate hearings on gun control, saying the federal government is guilty of overreach and offering the wrong solutions. Read more »
Fed's new voting lineup won't likely alter policy
The cast of voting members on the Federal Reserve's policy committee is changing this year. Their policies probably won't be. Read more »
Looking for answers to your personal finance questions? Submit them here
Personal finance can be a complicated realm that is often hard to traverse. Deseret News: Moneywise focuses on helping you and your family navigate the often difficult world of finance. Read more »
Brave do-it-yourselfer spends time, saves money
Brave do-it-yourself remodeler hires architect early on to get the most bang for her buck. Read more »
Toyota sold nearly 9.75 million vehicles last year
Now it's official: Toyota is once again the world's top automaker. Read more »
How the government's debt problems may be no different than your family's budget
There are four ways to finance things — each of these options has trade-offs that should be considered. Debt can be a helpful tool when it is managed responsibly. Read more »
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