Econ 101: August 14, 2012

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• The Eurozone economy contracted by 0.2 percent last quarter, in line with expectations. [CNBC]

• Bank lending for automobiles has hit its highest level since the first quarter of 2009. [Wall Street Journal]

• A new industry survey shows that bank fees are on the rise. [CNN Money]

• The White House is hopeful that Congress is going to renew a $12 billion wind power tax credit. [Reuters]

• The UK is planning new measures to boost its housing sector. [Financial Times]

• The Treasury Department reported that the federal rescue of GM and Chrysler will cost about $3.4 billion more than originally thought. [Reuters]

• A financial reform rule requiring municipal bond advisers to look out for the interests of taxpayers is stuck in legislative limbo. [New York Times]

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