Wanna support American workers? Buy imports. So says a new report, which claims that a cheap, robust imports marketplace not …
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Panic! Wine Prices Due to Rise
California grape prices, which increased significantly last year, are expected to keep rising as a grape shortage looms. This could translate into higher prices for grape juice, raisins, and, well, grapes just to eat. But who …
Why Do Consumers Avoid One Car and Buy Another? Often, for No Good Reason at All
A new study shows that when many drivers are shopping for cars, they don’t winnow their searches by researching vehicle quality and reliability reports. Instead, they often make their decisions based on preconceived notions and …
If American Consumers Won’t Save the Economy, Maybe Foreigners Will
Consumer spending accounts for 70% of all economic activity in the U.S. So in order for the economy to fully recover, consumers need to be willing to part with their cash frequently and in large quantities. The problem is that …
12 Craziest Counterfeits — and How to Spot a Fake
Everyone knows you can get a fake Rolex or a bogus “designer” handbag, but the world of counterfeit goods is much wider — and much weirder — than shoddy knock-offs of luxury goods. In times of financial distress, it may be …
