Manufacturing sector displays unexpected vigor
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Despite reduced employment at American factories, the country's manufacturing industries are producing more than ever. A recent Federal Reserve report for the month of June 2005, showed industrial production up 0.9%. Though the manufacturing sector represents a shrinking percentage of overall economic output in the U.S., companies such as Boeing Co., Procter and Gamble Co., and Campbell Soup Co., are enjoying increased demand for their products.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2005
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Era of low rates around the globe may soon be over
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International interest rates may be on the rise as central banks consider economic policy with signs of increasing inflation. Economic forecasts suggest that investors may stop investing in risky assets and the housing market may slow, although a recession seems unlikely.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2005
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Spurt in U.S. economy is expected in 2nd half
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Economic conditions in the U.S. are forecasted to improve during the 2003 second half period. This would be the economy's strongest pace of growth since the late 1990's.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2003
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