In Britain: uncertain election, shaky pound

Britain's big debt and the possibility of a hung Parliament after upcoming elections have hammered the pound in recent months.

If Democrats want healthcare reform, why deem it? Vote!

A House plan to 'deem' the Senate version of healthcare reform is very convenient, especially for those who want to support the bill without admitting it to voters.

Should surplus nations increase the value of their currencies?

The debate around exchange rates and trade balances is new again, thanks to the current economic environment.

Sweden's school voucher system works. Britain should follow.

Britain's education reformers should learn the lessons of Sweden's school voucher system.

US drug companies' foreign profits grow. Suspiciously.

While Congress mulls healthcare reform, US drug companies appear to be shifting profits to foreign locations where taxes are lower.

CBO score says healthcare will cost $940 billion. What will it cost you?

The Democrats' healthcare reform will cost $940 billion, according to the new CBO score. But most Americans wouldn't see much change in premiums.

Tax time warning: Be careful this year

Want to escape jobless recovery? Try one of these Top 10 rebound cities.

Some US cities can escape one or even two recessions. These Top 10 rebound cities have recovered jobs quickly after at least three recessions.

Graco high chair recall: What you need to know

The Graco high chair recall is the second major recall for the company in three months.

Reader Mailbag: Vehicle Shopping

Litterless juice boxes: Do they save money and the environment?

Motivating yourself to accomplish more

Personal finance: keeping track of spending

State of the Union: Survey shows slight economic improvement at state level

The latest Coincident Indexes for the 50 States report showed slight improvements in many states, but overall persistent weakness in economic activity.

Concern over Hong Kong real-estate bubble warranted

Hong Kong has untaken reforms to curb speculation about a pending real estate bubble.

Extended Unemployment: Initial, Continued and Extended Unemployment Claims March 18 2010

That latest figures for unemployment claims.

Declining for a decade: Detroit, Atlanta, Cleveland and Las Vegas

These markets are seeing their lowest home prices in ten years.

Four tips to avoid stress this tax season

Tax season is a stressful time for many people. But it doesn't have to be.

Al Franken could be US fiscal savior

A star-struck economist explains her hopes for Sen. Al Franken.

Honda recall March 2010: Is your car on the list?

The Honda recall affects more than 410,000 Odysseys and Elements, which may experience soft brakes.