US Economy Stalls: GDP Decreases in Final Quarter of 2012 – Unexpectedly?

GDP shrank in the 4th quarter of 2012, but why? Image Credit: Svilen Milev

GDP has decreased and the U.S. economy is stalled. Why has growth seen in the first three quarters of the fiscal year stopped, and what does this mean for 2013?

Obama Gun Control? Economic Implications of Banning Firearms

Gun shows are big business in the United States - would gun control hurt the economy? Image by glasgows

Some Americans are calling for a gun ban, due to the Sandy Hook tragedy – but if President Obama implements a gun ban, it could hurt the U.S. economy.

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Black Friday Shopping: Why Are We Spending More?

Will Black Friday Spending rise again in 2012? Image credit: pipp.

Black Friday, November 23rd, is next week. Will 2012 see another increase in pre-holiday spending? How can consumers afford all that extra shopping?

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