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Video: TV, Internet and Mobile Usage in U.S. Keeps Increasing

added: 24-02-2009

The Nielsen Company reported that viewing of video on television, Internet and mobile devices - the Three Screens - continues to increase and has reached new heights. In its fourth quarter "A2/M2 Three Screen Report," Nielsen reported that the average American watches more than 151 hours of TV per month, an all-time high. Meanwhile, Americans who watch video over the Internet consume another 3 hours of online video per month and those who use mobile video watch nearly 4 hours per month on mobile phones and other devices.

Analysis Estimates Impact of Market Losses on 401(k) Account Balances

added: 24-02-2009

The nonpartisan Employee Benefit Research Institute published an analysis of the impact of the recent financial crisis on 401(k) retirement account balances from Jan. 1, 2008, to Jan. 20, 2009, showing that participants' losses were largely determined by their account balance, age, and job tenure.

While U.S. is Falling behind in the Global Economy, Americans Still See Value to Higher Education

added: 23-02-2009

As the national economy continues to take center stage, Americans still see the value of higher education. A recent Kaplan University Education Insights Survey found 83 percent of U.S. adults agree that the U.S. is falling behind other nations economically, with 7 in 10 (71 percent) saying the nation can improve its standing if more people earn college degrees.

EU Enlargement, 5 Years Later: Clear Economic Benefits, But Barriers Remain

added: 23-02-2009

What have been the economic consequences of the 2004 and 2007 EU enlargements for the 'new' member states? In parallel to the publication of the European Commission's report on the recent EU enlargements, EUROCHAMBRES asked national Chambers of Commerce from newly acquired Member States to evaluate how their inclusion in the EU impacted on their economic situation and performance.

Asia Must Act Swiftly to Counter Economic Impacts of Aging Population - ADB Study

added: 23-02-2009

Asia is set to become the oldest region in the world within decades and will have to take tough policy decisions to help it cope with the huge economic impact of an aging population, says the Asian Development Bank (ADB).

Economic Confidence Remains Flat among Small Business Owners

added: 23-02-2009

Economic confidence among the nation’s 22 million small business owners remained flat in February, gaining only a half-point over the previous month in the latest Discover® Small Business WatchSM. The monthly index rose to 71.9 in February from 71.4 in January.

Fitch: Negative Outlook for Most of EMEA Industrials Sectors in 2009

added: 23-02-2009

Fitch Ratings says the credit outlook for most EMEA industrial sub-sectors is negative in 2009, due to the global recession and significantly slower growth in emerging markets economies.

Multinational Companies Strengthening Commitment to China Despite Economic Challenges

added: 23-02-2009

Rising costs, declining rates of domestic growth, and decreased demand for Chinese exports are pressuring multinational corporations that operate in China. At the same time, according to a study conducted jointly by the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai (AmCham Shanghai) and management consulting firm Booz & Company, the global business community increasingly views China as an essential player in an eventual turnaround. As a result, multinational manufacturers have strengthened their commitment to China as a key base of operations for Asia.

US Real Earnings in January 2009

added: 23-02-2009

Real average weekly earnings fell by 0.1 percent from December to January after seasonal adjustment, according to preliminary data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics of the U.S. Department of Labor.

US Consumer Price Index in January 2009

added: 23-02-2009

The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.4 percent in January, before seasonal adjustment, the Bureau of Labor Statistics of the U.S. Department of Labor reported. The January level of 211.143 (1982-84=100) was virtually unchanged from January 2008.

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