Dec 4th, 2008 · Some experts say that given the huge drops in the stock market you shouldn't even look at your finances. Should you decide to ignore their advice, our resident musician suggests some tunes you may want to cue up while looking at just how badly your investments are doing.
Dec 2nd, 2008 · In this tough economy, it can be difficult to come up with extra money for holiday shopping. Our personal finance contributor says one way to increase your budget is to sell those unneeded items stored in your garage or closet.
Dec 2nd, 2008 · Henry Quinson walked away from the comfortable life of an international banker in Paris to join the monastery. He now tutors immigrant children in a run-down housing project in Marseilles. We explore the factors behind the transformation and his reflections on the market from afar.
Dec 2nd, 2008 · The attacks in Mumbai, India, last week reflect a new pattern. The terrorists used small arms and grenades, and their tactics were reminiscent of traditional guerrilla warfare. The small group of attackers demonstrated discipline and training, and their actions were clearly well-organized and financed. That raises the question: Is the world is dealing with a new era of terrorism?
Nov 24th, 2008 · Three years ago, cheap corn, easy financing and disruptions in gasoline production fueled a dramatic expansion of the ethanol industry. Plants popped up like mushrooms across the plains. Since then, financing has largely dried up and many operators have declared bankruptcy.
Nov 18th, 2008 · Fifty years ago, unless the family was playing Monopoly, parents didn't talk about finances with their children. Parents didn't even talk about money with each other. Now it's all people talk about. What happened?
Nov 18th, 2008 · Colder weather means a different kind of budgeting. Heating and lighting costs are only some of the issues to consider. Our personal finance contributor shares easy ways to save energy and money and even avoid family feuds.
Nov 16th, 2008 · Liane Hansen speaks with Natalie Zmuda, retail reporter for the trade publication, Advertising Age, about how retailers are changing their advertising and marketing strategies this holiday season while the economic downturn is making shoppers more fearful about their finances.