Business

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The Charging Bull statue in New York's Financial District is a symbol of economic growth, as in a "bull economy."

Business

Stats and facts on U.S. business, the stock market, foreign trade and commerce

Personal Finance

Primer on investing and the stock market, tips on planning for retirement and saving for college, a finance glossary, and more

Taxes

History of the U.S. tax system and the IRS, stats on federal and state taxes, filing info

Economy

Stats and facts about the U.S. economy, the federal budget, poverty, income, health insurance, and labor and employment

Consumer Resources

Info about guarantees and warranties, fraud, product safety, recalls, patents, trademarks, and a list of consumer agencies and organizations

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