by Rhyan Kronzer | Aug 5, 2013 | Business & Tech, Politics
WASHINGTON — The manipulation of aluminum, which is driving up prices for manufacturers and has already cost consumers roughly $5 billion, has been the subject of scrutiny in Washington this summer. However, experts assert that the problem originated in...
by Rhyan Kronzer | Aug 5, 2013 | Business & Tech, Science + Technology
Photo by Doug Waylett WASHINGTON— The spread of a potentially destructive fungus typically found in rye and other cereal grains may be on the rise in Iowa after a wet spring followed by intense summer heat created optimal conditions for the fungus to thrive. The...
by Isabella Zhong | Aug 1, 2013 | Business & Tech, Topics
The job market is getting healthier. But gas prices are higher. Home values are on the rise. But so are mortgage rates. In this mixed economic landscape, how did American consumers feel about the economy in July? The answer depends on which indicator you look at. The...
by Isabella Zhong | Aug 1, 2013 | Business & Tech, Topics
WASHINGTON — This week not only will the Federal Open Markets Committee convene for its monetary policy meeting but also a number of important economic indicators will be released: consumer confidence, unemployment and gross domestic product. Here’s a rundown of...
by Anthony Valentino | Jul 31, 2013 | Business & Tech, Topics
WASHINGTON — In the face of continued reports of predatory lending and collection practices against service members, a top official Wednesday acknowledged mistakes made by major financial institutions and said they are “working diligently” to comply with a...
by Sonali Basak | Jul 30, 2013 | Business & Tech, Topics
WASHINGTON — Lawmakers pressed federal officials Tuesday for a timeline for putting financial reform in place, showing concern about the lack of enforcement power at regulatory agencies. “Is the regulatory power too dispersed?” asked Oregon Democratic Sen. Jeff...
