Chris Arnold

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Putin's Chess Moves In Ukraine: Brilliant Tactics, But Bad Strategy?

Wednesday, April 23, 2014

As Western leaders craft another round of sanctions to counter the Russian president's moves in Crimea, they might do well to consult a grandmaster at chess — Russia's national pastime.

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How Do Companies Boost 401(k) Enrollment? Make It Automatic

Monday, April 21, 2014

More Americans are saving for retirement through their employers' 401(k) programs. That follows a move to automatically sign up workers to participate in the retirement savings plans.

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Onlookers Show No Worry Over Market's Week In Tumult

Friday, April 11, 2014

The stock market endured a volatile week as investors sold off technology stocks. Weak bank earnings added to the sour mix. But the selloff hasn't triggered alarm, and indicators for the broader economy are mostly positive.

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One More Speed Bump For Your Retirement Fund: Basic Human Impulse

Thursday, April 03, 2014

Basic human impulses often conflict with saving for retirement. For one thing, people hate losing something — even more than we love winning. Behavioral economists call this "loss aversion."

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Big Thinkers Discuss How To Prevent Next Financial Crisis

Tuesday, April 01, 2014

Bankers, regulators and politicians met in Boston to discuss the future of the financial system. At issue: Why did regulators fail to prevent the crisis that pushed the country into recession?

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How Russia's Annexation Of Crimea Could Hurt Its Economy

Wednesday, March 26, 2014

President Vladimir Putin's swift move to annex Crimea has been popular among many Russians. But when it comes to Russia's economy, many analysts think the country's prospects are looking weaker.

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Report: Most Americans Not Putting Enough Away For Retirement

Tuesday, March 18, 2014

The stock market surge has given a lift to many retirement portfolios. But a new report finds that most Americans haven't saved nearly enough for the kind of retirement they expect.

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Bipartisan Plan Reached On Fannie-Freddie Overhaul

Wednesday, March 12, 2014

Details will be out this week for a measure to phase out Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. The plan is to use private insurers to backstop home loans instead of the government-controlled mortgage giants.

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Signs Point To A Slowing U.S. Housing Market

Monday, March 10, 2014

After rising sharply in 2013, home prices in many areas are leveling off. An interesting and worrisome development for most Americans because their home is often their most valuable asset.

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Severe Weather Socks The Economy, But Full Impact Is Unclear

Tuesday, March 04, 2014

Economists say the unusually severe winter weather across the U.S. has cost billions of dollars and curtailed job growth. Some sectors of the economy will likely bounce back more than others.

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Many Flights Canceled, But Fewer Fliers Stranded On Tarmac

Thursday, February 13, 2014

Would-be air travelers sitting at home may be frustrated about their canceled plans. But most likely, they are happier than they would have been had they gotten trapped on an icy tarmac.

And that used to happen many hundreds of times a year before the Department of Transportation stepped in ...

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What Happens When The Pace Of Startups Slows Down

Thursday, October 31, 2013

Since the financial crisis hit five years ago, there aren't as many Americans starting new businesses. In uncertain economic times, it's harder for entrepreneurs and investors to take the risk.

And if you look back over the past 25 years, it turns out the overall trend is toward fewer new ...

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