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Fracking Boom Spells New Tech Investments
Economic Forecasts Solutions to energy and safety concerns will be in hot demand.
By Jim Patterson Published
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Housing: Subpar But Still Giving Economy a Lift
Economic Forecasts After big rebounds in housing prices, more modest gains are likely this year.
By Gillian B. White Published
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The World’s Most Vulnerable Emerging Markets
Economic Forecasts Investors must understand the factors that make certain nations more susceptible to contagion in financial markets.
By David Payne Published
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6 Sectors Ripe for Business Consolidation in 2014
Economic Forecasts Since hitting a low during the recession, merger-and-acquisition activity is picking up again as corporations look outside their walls to expand.
By Glenn Somerville Published
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U.S. Economy Likely to Improve in 2014
Economic Forecasts Growth should average about 2.6% to 2.7% this year, and chances are good we'll see a strong finish.
By David Payne Published
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Rising Production Helping to Keep Fuel Prices in Check
Economic Forecasts Energy costs should be relatively easy on your wallet in 2014.
By Jim Patterson Published
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Interest Rates and the Fed’s Taper
Economic Forecasts What happens in January could set the tone for long-term rates for the rest of the year.
By Glenn Somerville Published
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Rising Household Wealth Signals Surge in Consumer Spending
business The rebound is unequal, though, with makers of pricey items set to benefit more than those churning out staples.
By David Payne Published
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Interest Rates and the Real Unemployment Rate
Economic Forecasts There’s nothing magic about a particular unemployment rate. No one number is enough to indicate that the economy is healthy.
By David Payne Published
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