Day archives: May 12th, 2015

Pew – Checks and Balances 2015 update

“Checking accounts are a vital financial tool, utilized by 9 in 10 American households. This report provides the third annual evaluation of disclosure, overdraft, and dispute resolution policies and practices of 45 of the nation’s 50 largest retail banks, totaling 66 percent of all domestic deposit volume. Pew’s Model Summary Disclosure Box for Checking Accounts …

Subjects: Economy, Financial System

American Bicyclists 2015 rankings of the most bicycle-friendly states

“Every year, the League ranks all 50 states on their bikeability.  We do this based on a mutli-faceted Bicycle Friendly State questionnaire that is answered by each state’s Bicycle Coordinator. We look at five categories: Legislation & Enforcement, Policies & Programs, Infrastructure & Funding, Education & Encouragement, and Evaluation & Planning. Click here to download …

Subjects: Transportation

Insights from Accenture Strategy 2015 U.S. College Graduate Employment Study

“The Accenture Strategy 2015 U.S. College Graduate Employment Study finds that new college graduates are well prepared as they enter the workforce. They’re responding to the growing need for STEM degrees. They’re thinking about potential jobs before choosing a major field of study. They’re pursuing internships and ongoing training opportunities. And colleges are doing their …

Subjects: Economy, Education, Financial System

Wealthiest ZIP Codes in America

Experian – “We all know who the icons of new wealth are – the Bill Gateses of America, if you will – but do you know where, in each state, the rich and powerful seclude themselves? We’ve gathered the data and organized it into what we think you’ll find to be a fascinating little graphic. …

Subjects: Economy, Financial System

Rewriting the Rules of the American Economy

The Roosevelt Institute – Mike Konczal – “I’m very excited to announce the release of Rewriting the Rules of the American Economy, Roosevelt Institute’s new inequality agenda report by Joe Stiglitz. I’m thrilled to be one of the co-authors, as I think this report really tells a compelling story about inequality and the challenges the …

Subjects: Economy, Financial System

Joint Cmte Report on Risks and Vulnerabilities in EU Financial System

European Banking Authority Report issued May 5, 2015 – completed March 2015 – Joint Committee Report on the Risks and Vulnerabilities in the EU Financial System “Since the August 2014 Joint Committee Report on Risk and Vulnerabilities the risks facing the EU financial system did not substantially change in character, but intensified further. The same …

Subjects: Cybercrime, Cybersecurity, Economy, Financial System, Government Documents

America’s Changing Religious Landscape

Pew – “The Christian share of the U.S. population is declining, while the number of U.S. adults who do not identify with any organized religion is growing, according to an extensive new survey by the Pew Research Center. Moreover, these changes are taking place across the religious landscape, affecting all regions of the country and …

Subjects: Knowledge Management