Dec 5th, 2008 · Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke is urging more be done to stem the flood of foreclosures. Bernanke called on the government Thursday to get more involved, and hopefully spare the U-S economy even more damage.
Dec 4th, 2008 · Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke has outlined what the government needs to do to fix the mortgage crisis. Christopher J. Mayer, senior vice dean and Paul Milstein professor of real estate at Columbia Business School, talks about what the plan would entail.
Oct 20th, 2008 · Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke has told lawmakers they should be "considering" another stimulus package. He said a new stimulus plan should be "targeted" and focused on ways to "help improve access to credit by consumers, home buyers, businesses, and other borrowers."
Oct 20th, 2008 · Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke and Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson separately addressed the ongoing financial crisis this morning. Bernanke warned that it will be a while before the economy can bounce back. Paulson explained to reporters how his bank equity program would work. We examine Bernanke's and Paulson's efforts to reassure the country that they've got the economic situation under control.
Oct 20th, 2008 · Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said he supports a new stimulus plan from Congress to blunt the blow the financial crisis has dealt the U.S. economy. Bernanke said weakness could last "some time" unless the economy gets a financial shot in the arm.
Oct 7th, 2008 · Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke has signaled Fed policymakers will cut interest rates later this month. He said "downside risks to growth have increased," and that the outlook for inflation has improved.
Sep 30th, 2008 · Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke has a huge task weighing on his shoulders. His supporters praise his calm demeaner, while critics say he's been too slow to act. Is he the right man for the job? We examine the mind, personality and resume of this Depression-obsessed economist.
Sep 24th, 2008 · The debate over the $700 billion bailout for the nation's financial institutions continues on Capitol Hill.