The American consumer's financial health is showing signs of improvement, but the weak job market continues to derail the nation's economic recovery -- particularly for people in the lower income brackets, according to September's Consumer Reports Index, released on Tuesday.
It's no secret that a relaxing environment can keep customers more satisfied. But a new study shows that shoppers also rate products' values higher when they're relaxed. Here's why it might be better to hold off on buying until you're less calm.
After years of recession and a less than stellar economic recovery, growing numbers of worker are feeling the emotional toll. More of them than ever feel undervalued, stressed out, and dissatisfied with their jobs, a new survey finds.
Workers who managed to keep their jobs are unhappy, too -- exhausted, underpaid, and treated badly by their bosses, but afraid to speak up. Now, as the job market improves, they are looking for new jobs.
