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Companies Taking Back Control of Pension Finances in Wake of Market Volatility

added: 26-08-2009

An SEI Global Quick Poll shows that as companies attempt to regain control of pension finances there is a paradigm shift in the focus of resources. More than two-thirds (68 percent) said there is an increased focus on managing pension assets in association with the pension's liabilities. More than half (54 percent) said the organization has an increased interest in risk management and a goals-based approach to pension management.

The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index ® Bounces Back in August 2009

added: 26-08-2009

The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index ®, which had retreated in July, rebounded in August. The Index now stands at 54.1 (1985=100), up from 47.4 in July. The Present Situation Index increased slightly to 24.9 from 23.3 last month. The Expectations Index improved to 73.5 from 63.4 in July.

Annual Study From Robert Half International and CareerBuilder Provides Preview of Post-Recession Job Market

added: 26-08-2009

The economy has posed many challenges for businesses - including the need to make sure they are prepared for the upturn. According to a new survey, managers are planning to hire a combination of workers to support both long- and short-term initiatives.

UK Businesses Demonstrate Confidence in Current Economy

added: 26-08-2009

Nearly three quarters of UK businesses surveyed in a recent Barclays Commercial Bank poll now describe their attitude towards the economy as either 'hopeful' or 'excited', while a similar amount are either continuing to grow or predict they will return to growth within the next 12 months.

Americans Skeptical that Healthcare Reform Will Improve Quality or Affordability

added: 26-08-2009

Americans lack confidence that healthcare reform will deliver more affordable or better quality medical care, according to a survey released today by the Thomson Reuters.

National 30-year Fixed Mortgage Rates Down After Spike Earlier This Month

added: 26-08-2009

The weekly average rate borrowers were quoted on Zillow Mortgage Marketplace for 30-year fixed mortgages decreased last week to 5.19 percent, down from 5.30 percent the week prior, according to the Zillow Mortgage Rate Monitor, compiled by leading real estate Web site Zillow.com®. Rates for 15-year fixed mortgages fell to 4.59 percent from 4.63 percent, and 5-1 adjustable rate mortgages fell to 4.17 percent, down from 4.22 the week prior.

Broadband Plays Catch-Up in Rural Areas, Outpaces Growth in Big Cities

added: 25-08-2009

comScore, Inc. released a study on broadband growth in rural, micropolitan and metropolitan areas in the United States. The results of the analysis indicate that while broadband penetration is much higher in the metropolitan and micropolitan areas, broadband has experienced the most significant gains in rural areas during the past two years.

Europe is the Largest Waste to Energy Market in the World, but Delays and Recession Threaten Primacy

added: 25-08-2009

Europe is the largest waste to energy plants market in the world with a very well developed infrastructure and over 429 installed plants in 2008. New analysis from Frost & Sullivan, European Waste to Energy Plants Market, finds that the market earned revenues of euro 3.10 billion in 2008.

Fitch: U.S. Leveraged Finance Markets Slowly Return to Pre-Downturn Performance Levels

added: 25-08-2009

The U.S. high yield bond and leveraged loan markets staged impressive rallies during the first half of 2009, making a partial recovery following the worst annual performance for both markets in 2008, according to Fitch Ratings.

Economic Recession Increases Consumers' Desire for Snacks

added: 25-08-2009

Snack foods - whether sweet or salty, traditional or cutting edge, organic or vitamin fortified, healthy or indulgent - play an integral part in the American lifestyle. And now more than ever, Americans are craving these delectable treats according to "Sweet and Salty/Savory Snacks in the U.S.: Lifestyle Marketing and New Product Development in the New Economy, 3rd Edition" by leading market research publisher Packaged Facts.

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