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Economy Sep 23

Dip in Home Prices Could Stunt Consumer Spending

A look at home prices over the course of a year in Patchwork Nation's community types found that many home owners saw the value of their large lifetime investment fall, a troubling sign for the economy as a whole.

Economy Sep 16

Hard Times Leveling Off In Patchwork Nation

As economists and politicians point to a possible economic turnaround, Patchwork Nation's September Hardship Index found that troublesome economic indicators are starting to level off, as they did in August, yet times are still getting tougher in some places.

Economy Aug 27

GDP Reading May Signal Stability for Economy

The U.S. economy contracted only slightly in the second quarter with gross domestic product decreasing by an annual rate of 1 percent, another sign that the nation's economic situation could be stabilizing.

Nation Aug 24

Amid Release of CIA Documents, Prosecutor to Investigate Alleged Abuse Cases

The Obama administration announced Monday the creation of a new unit responsible for questioning terrorism suspects, as the anticipated released of a report shed new light on interrogation tactics used by the previous administration.

Nation Aug 24

U.S. Commanders Call for More Troops to Defeat Taliban in Afghanistan

As Taliban insurgents refine their tactics, U.S. and NATO commanders told U.S. envoy Richard Holbrooke that they require more troops to combat militants in Afghanistan.

Economy Jul 22

Bumping Along the Economic Bottom

Patchwork Nation's Hardship Index -- a short-term barometer of how communities are faring each month -- rose in July, indicating that the country's not out of the downturn quite yet.

Economy Jul 08

Foreclosures in Wealthier Monied ‘Burbs May Signal Trouble Ahead

As economists search for signs that the recession is abating, a look at the breakdown of foreclosures in Patchwork Nation's community types finds that a new wave may be impacting the U.S. differently and could stall recovery.

Economy Jul 02

Disparities in Unemployment Remain Across Patchwork Nation

As national unemployment numbers for continue to rise, a look at unemployment through Patchwork Nation's community types offer some explanation of why some areas have experienced greater job loss than others.

Economy Jun 03

Manufacturing Declines in St. Louis; Financial Industry Looks Promising

While Detroit gets most of the attention as the center of the American auto industry, the St. Louis area, which had prided itself in being the largest auto manufacturer outside of Detroit, is also taking a big hit.

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