Written by A leading economist who advises Gov. Chet Culver predicted Friday that Iowa’s economy will stay flat for much of the spring but should perk up by summer. READ MORE »
Posts in category US Deficit
AIG raising more cash to reimburse taxpayers
American International Group will sell its overseas life and health insurance unit for $15.5 billion to MetLife Inc., the insurer said Monday, as it attempts to repay billions in government aid. READ MORE »
Fed weighs how and when to signal higher rates
Debate is heating up within the Federal Reserve over how and when to signal that the days of record-low interest rates are numbered. READ MORE »
UK industry group sees 2010 growth as sluggish
Economic recovery in Britain will be sluggish through the middle of next year as lending remains tight and both the government and the private sector look to pay off debt, the Confederation of British Industry forecast Monday. READ MORE »
KB Home posts smaller loss in 1Q
KB Home posted a smaller loss its fiscal first quarter, as the homebuilder saw signs of stability in the housing market. READ MORE »