C. rallies and is now a consumer advocate to advise on rule-making after the legislation was passed.

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It means that consumer preferences will soon start to rule many aspects of enterprise IT.

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In publishing its rule in January, the consumer bureau said it didn't have enough information on why it the industry wouldn't be able to make loans under the current thresholds and "not certain" that lending would slow.

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You could drive yourself crazy calculating all the direct and indirect inputs behind a consumer choice, so here's a handy rule, courtesy of Jerry C.

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The details of the new rule had been hotly contested by politicians, consumer groups, and lenders during the drafting process.

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Maybe they should, but all the major players insist their first rule is that it's up to the consumer.

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Bevy Smith has a strict no-tech-at-the-table rule at dinners she is hired to host for consumer brands and celebrities.

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As a rule, economists are against rationing, as it distorts consumer choices, fosters underground markets, and nurtures corruption.

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The rule is mandated by the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.

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