Consumer Confidence Makes a Comeback in August
The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index®, which had declined in July, rebounded in August. The Index now stands at 101.5 (1985=100), up from 91.0 in July. The Present Situation Index increased from 104.0 last month to 115.1 in August, while the Expectations...Best and Worst Drivers Ranked by State
Bankrate.com ranked all 50 states according to several factors such as fatal crashes, car thefts, average commute times, gasoline spending, repair costs and insurance premiums. Idaho topped the list due to its low gas and insurance expenses, below-average thefts and...6 Financial To-Do’s before Going on a Trip
(TNS)–While people disagree on many topics, there’s one thing most people can agree on: Vacations are great. Some might prefer big cities or public beaches, while others seek out quiet countrysides or towering mountains. Whatever your vacation dreams happen to...
Consumer Confidence Hikes in August
Despite the August increase in overall confidence, respondents’ appraisals of current conditions and expectations for the next six months were mixed. While 82 percent of respondents rated current business conditions “good” (23 percent) or “normal” (59 percent), 56...
Market Shifts to Buyers’ Advantage
Recent stock market volatility and seasonal trends may give buyers better financial options and more time to make purchase decisions entering the fall, says Jonathan Smoke, chief economist for realtor.com. August data remains positive with regard to overall housing...
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