Fed revving the engine but banks on the brakes

Article Abstract:

Interest rate cuts in the US have encouraged a rise in consumer spending in the short term. However, it is possible to identify serious problems with the overall effectiveness of monetary policy. Consumers will see the value of their assets fall while their ability to pay off their debts will diminish.

United States, Interest rates

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How Japan's savings could stave off recession

Article Abstract:

Trends in the value of the dollar are discussed. A significant dollar decline would indicate a shortage of savings to prop up the US economy and would therefore enhance the danger of recession. However, this could be avoided by finding a way of moving Japanese savings abroad.

Prices and rates, Dollar (United States)

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America's consumer boom could yet end in tears

Article Abstract:

The rate of growth in consumer spending in the US has slowed down significantly, and there are now renewed indications of economic weakness. It is misguided to believe that the US economy will avoid recession merely because consumer confidence remains quite high.

Personal Consumption Expend

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