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Consumers in spending mood in February

Spending rose by the most in seven months, raising hopes that first quarter economic growth may have been stronger than expected.

 

GDP slows sharply in first quarter; jobless claims rise

GDP slows sharply in first quarter; jobless claims rise

A pair of weak economic reports Thursday show the American recovery remains fragile: Economic growth slowed sharply in the first quarter, and jobless claims unexpectedly jumped last week.

 

Obama hails economy's 3.2% growth rate

Obama hails economy's 3.2% growth rate

President Barack Obama acclaimed a government report on Friday that showed the economy expanded at a 3.2 percent rate in the first quarter, saying it was an "important milepost on the road to recovery."

 

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