10 market pros take on 2009
What's in store for your money next year? Here's the divided forecast from some of the nation's top money minds.
Economy: Half empty
Mark Zandi
Chief economist, Moody's Economy.com
Optimism score: 3
"The fallout from the current financial panic will weigh heavily on the economy through most of next year. The unprecedented policy response to the panic ensures that 2009 won't be even more difficult."
Prediction: The unemployment rate will peak near 8% by year-end.
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Last updated November 04 2008: 9:13 AM ET
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