Tag Archives: economy
Unemployment Hits 25-Year High
Healthcare sector sees boost despite bleak climate
The nation’s unemployment rate jumped to 9.4% in Ma, marking a 25 year high, according…
By Renita Burns
Marcus Alexis Dies at Age 77
Noted economist had passion for mentoring blacks in field
Marcus Alexis, one of the nation’s most distinguished economists, died Wednesday from complications during surgery.…
By Marcia Wade Talbert
Former Fed Governor Sees Light at the End of the Tunnel
Roger Ferguson offers take on retirement, investing
Roger W. Ferguson, CEO of financial services giant TIAA-CREF and one of the nation’s leading…
By Alan Hughes
Staying Focused on Best Practices
As massive job cuts have forced many companies to reorganize and reprioritize spending, the diversity…
By Laura Egodigwe
Bernanke Beams Optimism on Economy at Morehouse Address
Fed chair says boosting confidence key in rebounding
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke says he’s “fundamentally optimistic” about the nation’s economy, expressing confidence…
By Aisha I. Jefferson
Day 85
In a speech at Georgetown University, Obama says that while there are glimmers of hope…
By Deborah Creighton Skinner
Glimmers of Hope for Economy
Tough economic times to come
During his speech on the economy at Georgetown University, President Barack Obama said there will…
By Joyce Jones
Obama on the Record: State of the Economy
THE PRESIDENT: Thank you so much. (Applause.) It’s good to be back.…
By BlackEnterprise.com
Obama Hosts Cyber Town Hall
THE PRESIDENT: Thank you so much. Well, it is great to see all…
By BlackEnterprise.com
Obama on the Record: News Conference on the Economy
THE PRESIDENT: Hello, everybody. Please have a seat.
Good evening. Before I take…
