The Economy Archive

Published in December 2007

We're All Living On Fantasy Island!
by Cliff D'Arcy | The UK has enjoyed more than a dozen years of growth. However, according to expert economists, the next decade is going to be very painful.
2007 And All That
by Cliff D'Arcy | As yet another year draws to a close, one Fool looks back on the financial highs and lows of 2007 from seven different viewpoints.

Published in November 2007

Cash In On The Credit Crunch!
by Cliff D'Arcy | The worldwide credit crunch means banks are desperate for cash, giving you an opportunity to boost the interest rate on your savings.
How To Handle Your Redundancy Pay
by Jane Baker | Losing your job can be pretty traumatic. Here are my tips to help you deal with the financial side of redundancy.
How To Survive The Credit Crunch
by Stuart Watson | Everyone seems to think a financial meltdown is just around the corner. But with a few simple steps you can shore up your finances to protect against almost any eventuality.

Published in October 2007

News: Punters Pump £1 Billion Into Shares
by Szu Ping Chan | Private investors ploughed nearly £1 billion into shares during August and September, reversing a downward trend of market scepticism shown in the previous 12 months.
Fool News: Possible Conflict Triggers Oil Price Spurt
by Serena Cowdy | US oil prices hit a high of almost $88 a barrel on Tuesday.
Fool News: Rock Revival Stalls
by Serena Cowdy | The Northern Rock share price plummeted this morning as uncertainty over its future stalled the bank's share price revival.
Fool News: Government Lends A Helping Hand To Ailing Houses
by Szu Ping Chan | Empty homes in hope of a revamp were given a new lease of life in yesterday's pre-budget report.
Fool News: Treasury Extends Northern Rock Guarantee
by Serena Cowdy | The Northern Rock share price shot up by over 20% today, following the extension of a government guarantee.
Why The Credit Crunch Is Good News For First-Time Buyers
by Donna Ferguson | Here are five reasons why things are looking up for potential first-time buyers.
Why The Credit Crunch Is Good News For First-Time Buyers
by Donna Ferguson | Here are five reasons why things are looking up for potential first-time buyers.

Published in September 2007

Northern Rock: The Government's Promise
by Cliff D'Arcy | HM Treasury has unveiled details of its guarantee to Northern Rock savers. Meanwhile, the bank's share price gets trashed again.
Five Ways To Profit From A Recession
by Malcolm Wheatley | Malcolm Wheatley suggests five ways to profit from a recession should we have one in the near future.
Why Rescue Some Savers But Not Others?
by Cliff D'Arcy | Northern Rock savers can relax, as the government has guaranteed their cash. So why were Equitable Life, Farepak and company pensions allowed to fail?
Good And Bad News For Rock Savers
by Cliff D'Arcy | The government has guaranteed that savers with Northern Rock won't lose a penny. However, there is bad news for some savers.
Northern Rock: How To Keep Your Cool
by Jane Baker | The crisis at Northern Rock has caused many of its customers to panic. Here we tell you why you don't need to.
Northern Rock: Are Building Societies Safer?
by Cliff D'Arcy | As building society-turned-bank Northern Rock struggles to stay afloat, we ask whether building societies are more secure than banks.
Northern Rock: A Busted Bank?
by Cliff D'Arcy | Northern Rock has sought emergency funding from the Bank of England. Although its share price has been trashed, there is no danger of it going under, so relax!
Great News From The Credit Crunch!
by Cliff D'Arcy | Since July, borrowing problems have caused worldwide mayhem in financial markets. However, this is good news for savers, as interest rates are rising again.
Five Ways To Prepare For A Recession
by Malcolm Wheatley | With what may be a recession just around the corner, here's how to bullet-proof your finances!

Published in August 2007

Interest Rates May Not Rise After All
by Ed Bowsher | Lower than expected price rises reduce the chance of a further interest rate increase in the near future.

Published in July 2007

Base Rate Rises To 5.75%
by Cliff D'Arcy | Good news for savers and bad news for borrowers as the Bank of England increases its base rate by yet another 0.25%.
Base Rate Rises To 5.75%
by Cliff D'Arcy | Good news for savers and bad news for borrowers as the Bank of England increases its base rate by yet another 0.25%.

Published in March 2007

Beware Of Brown's Last Budget
by Cliff D'Arcy | On 21 March, Gordon Brown presents his final Budget as Chancellor before becoming Prime Minister. What could be in store?

Published in February 2007

Coping With An Economic Downturn
by Jane Mack | Could you cope with a further rise in interest rates or a short-term loss of income? The key is to be prepared.

Published in January 2007

The Big Issues For 2007
by Cliff D'Arcy | What's to come in the world of personal finance over the next twelve months? One Fool writer looks back before looking ahead.
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