Archive for 'Economy' Category

So what’s the good news?

By Tom - Last updated: Tuesday, December 30, 2008

I know, this one’s going to be a stretch – talking about the good news that might emerge from all this economic doom and gloom.  But here we go: My top 6 good news predictions. 1.  America will extricate itself from foreign oil.  Whether it be because of price or because of the threat of [...]

Retail is down big from last year

By Tom - Last updated: Sunday, December 28, 2008

The financial downward spiral continues, with the top of the food chain  – retail sales.  Indeed, early analysis of Christmas shopping indicated sales are way off.  And as the owner of a small retail store, I can attest to this as well.  Indeed, my sales were off about a 1/4 from last year. Attend…  Here’s [...]