Government and Economics

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Introduction to the Economy, Fiscal and Monetary Policy
InvestorGuide Staff

Economic factors are behind most market trends. Learn the basics about economic concepts to have a better understanding of what's affecting your investments.

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Basic Economic Concepts

The Impact of International Economics
InvestorGuide Staff

Learn how international economics can affect you, and why you might want to consider diversifying your portfolio with international investments Read More

Introduction to Inflation and its Impact
Inflation, Interest Rates and the Fed

Economic Trends

Leading Economic Indicators Explained
InvestorGuide Staff

Make sure you're ready for the next change in the market by learning about the leading market indicators and what they mean. Read More

Keeping an Eye on the Economy
The Economy: From Boom to Recession
How Do We Measure Inflation?
Keep an Eye on Inflation
Inflation Folly
Is Inflation Really Good for the Economy?
Do You Know Your "Personal" Inflation Rate?
Hurricane-onomics: Gasoline Tax
Climate Change, Greenhouse Gases and Your Portfolio
Retiring Baby-Boomers and the Threat to the Economy
Global Crises and the Stock Market
Election Cycles and Instability
Election Cycle Trades
Are Federal Deficits a Concern?
The Greenspan Effect
Behavioral Finance
Good Buy, America
David and the Corporate Goliath

Monetary Policy and the Fed

Introduction to the Federal Reserve and its Structure
InvestorGuide Staff

Learn about the makeup of the Fed, and what role it plays in the banking system. Read More

The FOMC and its Impact on Monetary Policy
The Federal Reserve Board of Governors
Money Supply: Who's the Patsy?
Money Supply and Inflation Confusion
How the Dollar's Volatility Affects International Investing
Federal Reserve Exposed
Money Madness
Beware of the Banks
Greenspan and Bernanke

Government Regulations

Same-Sex Marriage: Where You Stand With Your Finances
Rosemary White

The Federal Defense of Marriage Act of 1996 made several rights unattainable to same-sex couples. Here's a breakdown of some that can impact you. Read More

Same-Sex Marriage: Financial Changes
Same-Sex Marriage: Estate Planning Changes
Bankruptcy Law Not All "Bad News"
Massive Inflation Heavily Disguised
The Economy and the Role of the Government
The FTC and the Economy
New Pension Law: Tax Incentives for Retirement and College Savings Are Now Permanent
What You Need to Know About the Pension Protection Act of 2006
New "10b5-1 Plan" Helps Solve Executives' Diversification Problems
What's Good for the Prince: Insider Trading

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