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A dip in the latest consumer price index (CPI) growth figures brings the inflation measure back in line with the Fed target of 2.0%. Inflationary pressures appear contained, easing Fed motivation to implement restrictive monetary policy.<\/p>\n

\"Consumer<\/p>\n

Personal consumption continues to grow at a modest pace. The down-turn in expenditure on services would be cause for concern — this normally precedes a recession — if not for a strong rise in expenditure on durables.<\/p>\n

\"Personal<\/p>\n

Manufacturers new orders for capital goods display a similar recovery.<\/p>\n

\"Manufacturers<\/p>\n

The housing recovery continues at a modest pace.<\/p>\n

\"Housing\"<\/p>\n

Construction spending as a percentage of GDP remains soft, suggesting that the recovery still has plenty of room for improvement.<\/p>\n

\"Construction\/GDP\"<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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