Business Archive

RSS

‘Grandtravel’ popular bonding experience for grandparents

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Seniors who like to “spoil the grandchild” without interference from the parents have discovered that the safest bets are long trips to theme parks, historical sites and even on safaris, a new University of Florida study finds.

Filed under Aging, Business, Family, Gender, Research on Tuesday, July 25, 2006.

Consumer confidence rises in July, but likely to fall in next few months

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Consumer confidence among Floridians rose one point to 89 in July, but the slumping real estate market is likely to cause it to decline over the next several months, University of Florida economists report.

Filed under Business, Florida, Research on Tuesday, July 25, 2006.

UF study: Lack of sleep impairs job satisfaction, especially for women

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — As America becomes a nation of caffeinated insomniacs, a new University of Florida study shows lack of sleep not only makes people tired and cranky but also causes them to dislike and even hate their jobs the next morning.

Filed under Business, Gender, Research on Tuesday, July 18, 2006.

Texas winemakers find success in award-winning wine made from UF’s hardy grape

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Along with dusty boots, cattle and big pickup trucks, try this Texas icon on for size: a dry, fruity white wine with a striking bouquet.

Filed under Agriculture, Business, Florida, Research on Wednesday, July 12, 2006.