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Stimu-less
By Kirk Shinkle -
Money Matters
- May 13, 2008
Government checks won't bail out retail.
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Inflated Consumer Spending
By Matthew Bandyk -
Money & Business
- May 1, 2008
Higher prices are the main factor in increased March spending.
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How to Avoid Everyday Privacy Risks
By Kimberly Palmer -
Money & Business
- April 30, 2008
Survey shows that most people aren't aware of how their personal information is used.
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Consumer Confidence Plunges
By Matthew Bandyk -
Money & Business
- April 25, 2008
It hits its lowest level in 26 years.
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How the Stimulus Could Affect Stocks
By Kirk Shinkle -
Money & Business
- April 22, 2008
Wall Street warily eyes government rebates.
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Nudging Consumers Toward Good Choices
By Kirk Shinkle -
Money Matters
- April 17, 2008
Behavioral economists push for clear mortgage disclosure.
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Hold the Steak, Bring on the Chicken
By Kimberly Palmer -
Alpha Consumer
- March 28, 2008
Shoppers trade down to save money.
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Negotiating With the Big Boys
By Kimberly Palmer -
Alpha Consumer
- March 24, 2008
Even large retailers offer wiggle room on prices.
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Consumerist Editor Explores Dark Side
By Kimberly Palmer -
Alpha Consumer
- March 18, 2008
Ben Popken explains how to succeed as a modern consumer.
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Men Spend, Women Return
By Kimberly Palmer -
Alpha Consumer
- March 14, 2008
Retailers outline gender differences when it comes to shopping.
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Survey Shows Economic Stimulus Package May Not Stimulate
By Matthew Bandyk -
Money & Business
- March 13, 2008
Half of Americans don't plan to spend the money.
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The Repercussions of $4 Gas
By Rick Newman -
FlowChart
- March 7, 2008
Consumers will gripe, and maybe even change their driving and spending habits.
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Do Strong February Sales Matter?
By Kimberly Palmer -
Money & Business
- March 6, 2008
Despite the good news, analysts suggest caution.
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Mortgage Woes Boost Credit Card Debt
By Kimberly Palmer -
Money & Business
- February 28, 2008
Consumer rates of delinquency rise, especially in areas where foreclosures are common.
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How Sadness Can Turn You Into a Shopaholic
By Emily Brandon -
Money & Business
- February 11, 2008
But outright depression may cause you to spend less at the mall.
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Consumers Respond to Rebates
By Kimberly Palmer -
Money & Business
- February 8, 2008
Congress passes the stimulus plan, but what will taxpayers do with their unexpected cash?
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Retailers Respond to Slow Sales
By Kimberly Palmer -
Money & Business
- February 7, 2008
The industry calls for a stimulus package to boost consumer spending.
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Reader's Advice: Stop Buying Lattes
By Kimberly Palmer -
Alpha Consumer
- February 6, 2008
Some say the solution to Americans' debt is quite simple.
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Foreigners' Spending Boosts U.S. Retailers
By Kimberly Palmer -
Money & Business
- February 5, 2008
Stores in search of big spenders are looking for them overseas.
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The Art of Complaining
By Kimberly Palmer -
Alpha Consumer
- February 2, 2008
Being vigilant and making gripe calls can pay off.
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Be a Smarter Shopper
By Kimberly Palmer -
Alpha Consumer
- January 29, 2008
Avoid getting tricked into buying too much.
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Valentine’s Day: Spend or Save?
By Kimberly Palmer -
Alpha Consumer
- January 29, 2008
Men are expected to outspend women by nearly 2 to 1 celebrating the day.
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4 Ways Consumers Will Feel the Fed Cut
By Kimberly Palmer -
Money & Business
- January 22, 2008
Mortgage holders could get some relief, but savers will earn less interest.
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Why Shoppers Love to Hate Rebates
By Kimberly Palmer -
Money & Business
- January 18, 2008
Complaints soar as consumers face rejections and often fail to follow through on filing claims.
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Behind the Scenes at Apple, Gap, and Starbucks
By Kimberly Palmer -
Alpha Consumer
- January 15, 2008
An author learns the tricks of popular retailers by going to work for them.
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