Federal Spending

Hints of the End of QE Have Traders Spooked

The price action in mortgage REIT American Capital Agency (AGNC) shows that retail investors have no qualms about turning tail from Fed-supported sectors if QE tapers off. More

Where Does the Fed Get Its Money?

Does the Fed really print money? Find out now! More

White House Backs Plan to End ‘Budget-Cut’ Flight Delays

The White House is supporting a plan from U.S. Senate Majority leader Harry Reid to reallocate federal funds to end the furloughing of air traffic controllers. More

Lockheed Martin Will Lose $825M to Sequester Cuts

Lockheed Martin says that defense spending reductions due to the sequester will dent its annual revenue by $825 million this year. More

Budget Cuts Hit the Smithsonian

The Secrettary of the Smithsonian Institution has told Congress that the museum will have to cancel or delay exhibits and close galleries due to budget cuts. More

Does the Fed Think Old People Are Really that Stupid?

The Fed and its policies are almost unfairly hurting retirement investors, and its high time they stopped thinking we are all just stupid and don't get it. More

3 Companies That Are Cashing In on Higher Gas Taxes

While we will all be spending more at the pump soon thanks to higher gas taxes, these three stocks could actually help you profit on that reality. Take a look. More