Florida has the highest rate of long-term unemployment in the nation. Some 53% of those without jobs have been out of work for at least six months.If you lose your job in Florida, chances are you won’t find another one any time soon. Business and financial news – CNNMoney.
U.S. stocks are poised for a higher open Tuesday, after European Union leaders agreed to strengthen a financial firewall and sign a fiscal pact. Business and financial news – CNNMoney.com
U.S. stocks recovered most of their lost ground Monday afternoon but struggled to pull out of the red as concerns over Greece continued to weigh on the market. Business and financial news – CNNMoney.com
Newt Gingrich wants to build a permanent colony on the moon and, if his dream is fully realized, the price tag could be huge. Business and financial news – CNNMoney.com
President Obama’s half dozen energy proposals will, by and large, benefit nearly all players in the energy space and result in lower prices for consumers, analysts say. Business and financial news – CNNMoney.com
President Obama’s latest probe into the mortgage meltdown will have more power than past efforts, and federal officials say it won’t derail a possible billion settlement for underwater and foreclosed homeowners. Business and financial news – CNNMoney.com
European Union leaders will gather Monday for their first summit of the year. The good news is that conditions for Italy and Spain are improving. But the fate of Greece is still uncertain. Business and financial news – CNNMoney.com