Economics

Page Updated June 2022 .

A Pedestrian's Guide To Economics Every person's guide to the economic complexities of America's business life. The basics (what most people are unclear about) of our economic life!

America's Job Bank  A service of the United States Department of Labor and State Public Employment Service Agencies, this computerized network provides job seekers with the largest pool of active job opportunities available anywhere.

Bureau of Economic Analysis  US Government Agency used by the Federal Reserve to set interest and exchange rates, Wall Street as a primary indicator of national economic activity, and many others

Bureau of Labor Statistics  The principal fact-finding agency for the Federal Government in the broad field of labor economics and statistics.

Bureau of Labor Statistics Regional Information  Clickable regional informative maps.

Congressional Budget Office (CBO)  CBO's mission is to provide the Congress with objective, timely, nonpartisan analyses needed for economic and budget decisions.

Consumer.gov  A great learning site for consumers!

Currency Converter  Taking a trip to Denmark and need to know how much you'll get for your US money? This site will provide the answer for you. It can convert the money for over 150 countries and currencies.

Economagic  This is a comprehensive site of free, easily available economic time series data useful for economic research and economic forecasting. Students are given easy access to large amounts of data and can get charts of that data.

Economics  From an Introduction to Economics. Find out about micro economics, macroeconomics, money and banking, investments, taxation, monetary and fiscal policy, economics effects on the consumer, business, labor market and government plus more.

Economy at a Glance  U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics provides recent & current unemployment rates at state and regional levels.

Energy: Areas To Watch!  An important report and analysis from the US Department of Energy.

Euro Cash  On 1 Jan 2002 euro notes and coins will go into circulation. This BBC News site explains the basics of the euro. See what the notes and coins look like and what impact this new currency is having on business in Europe.

FDIC Learning Bank  The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation's kid's site tells you the who, what, when, where and why about this agency - with a little help from Carmen Cents!

Fuel Cost Calculator - Gas Prices  Using current gasoline prices from the AAA's daily, online Fuel Gauge Report, this shows the latest gasoline prices.

How 401(k) Plans Work  Most of us have heard of it, many of us participate in it and lots of us have no idea what it really is. Find out about the 401(k) and what it can do for you.

How ATMs Work  Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week you can enter a PIN and leave with cash. Learn about the machines that give you money and the network that approves the transactions!

How Banks Work  Checks, ATMs, electronic transfers... The modern banking industry makes paying for stuff almost too easy. Find out what banks do with your money and how safe it is in their hands.

How Credit Cards Work  Learn all about credit cards, from the magnetic stripe to the techniques you can use to erase credit card debt!

How Credit Reports Work  If you have credit, you have a credit report. This document is used to determine whether you can get a home loan, buy a car, finance your education... Learn all about credit reports.

How Credit Scores Work  Did you know that your entire credit history can be boiled down to a single 3-digit number? This is how "instant credit" is possible. Find out about credit scores.

How E-commerce Works  A fascinating look into the world of e-commerce!

How Franchising Works  In this economy, being your own boss might seem like a pretty good idea. Learn all about franchising and how you can become an owner.

How Gas Prices Work  The price of gas has a major impact on the economy and our daily activities. Find out what drives the price at the pump.

How Income Taxes Work  The American tax system is a huge machine with a tax code that seems more complex than rocket science. Find out how income tax works!

How Recessions Work  Periodic recessions are part of any nation's economic cycle. Find out exactly what a recession is, how it happens and what can turn it around.

How Stocks and the Stock Market Work  You hear about Stocks on the news every day -- now you can understand what they are talking about!

How the Euro Works As of January 1, 2002, the euro is the monetary unit of 12 nations. Find out all about the euro, who's using it and the worldwide effects of having a single European currency!

How the Fed Works  If you own a house, have a bank account or write checks, the Federal Reserve System affects your everyday life. Find out how the FED manipulates the economy to keep it stable.

How Web Advertising Works  How much money do Web sites make from all the ads they run? Why are ads getting more irritating? Find out in this illuminating article.

The Origins of Money This link tells you about the primitive forms of money, Greek coinage, and other information about how the monetary system came about.

U.S. Department of Commerce Provides information about the agency and its subdivisions, such as the Bureau of Economic Analysis, the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Economics and Statistics Administration, and the Economic Development Administration.

Understanding Taxes for Students Understanding Taxes offers both printable and online materials to help you learn more about the history, theory, and application of taxes in the United States.

US Aid: From The American People This is the story of how US Aid helps people around the world. A story that is too rarely untold. Browse this site and learn about America’s aid programs.

US Census Bureau Demographic Profiles of Cities and States are available for states, metro areas, counties, and cities. Complete statistical facts from the US Government.

Virtual Stock Exchange The Web's Largest Independent Stock Market Simulation site.