Consumer Economy

Labor-Market Gains Boost U.S. Consumer Confidence: Economy

9 Feb 2012

Fewer Americans than forecast filed claims for jobless benefits last week and consumer confidence rose to the highest level in a year, pointing to gains in spending as job prospects brighten.

Consumer Comfort Index in U.S. Climbs to Highest Level in a Year

9 Feb 2012

Consumer confidence in the U.S. climbed last week to a one-year high, spurred by improving employment opportunities and a rally in the stock market.

Consumer Comfort Hits Highest Level in a Year

9 Feb 2012

Consumer confidence in the U.S. climbed last week to a one-year high, spurred by improving employment opportunities and a rally in the stock market.