Oil Prices Don't Deter Shoppers; Consumer Confidence Index Up
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Economic data released by the Commerce Department last week suggests that consumer confidence may have risen since the election. Retail sales surpassed expectations, and economists are now predicting the gross domestic product will exceed previous forecasts for the fourth quarter.
Publication Name: The New York Times
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0362-4331
Year: 2004
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Fears Mount That Germany Faces Recession
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Economic growth in Germany is expected to be only 1.5 percent in 2006. Unemployment is at 12 percent and consumer confidence is low.
Publication Name: The New York Times
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0362-4331
Year: 2005
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