Economics and Investing:

Reader Thomas B.was the first of several readers to reference this article by Jim Jubak: Anarchy in the UK (and US, too)?

Al wrote to mention that just as I predicted, the base metal value of US five cent pieces (“Nickels”) have again risen to above their face value. ($1.01 for $1.00 face value) I stand by my position that nickels are a good hedge against future inflation. If you have sufficient secure storage space, then gradually accumulate nickels!

Items from The Economatrix:

10 Jobs That Will Get a Raise in 2010

Greece Faces Intrusive EU Surveillance Amid Reports of Burgeoning Deficit

Senate Panel Near Agreement on Role of Fed

Late Credit Card Payments Rise to Record

Bernanke: Low Rates Didn’t Cause Housing Bubble

Banks Trim Borrowing from Fed’s Emergency Program