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Economy remains strong, but there are warning signs

Kimberly Adams Nov 30, 2018
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Economy remains strong, but there are warning signs

Kimberly Adams Nov 30, 2018
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Consumer spending rose in September at its fastest pace in seven months. Personal incomes rose by the largest amount in nine months. Inflation seems under control. All of this can be seen as signs of future economic growth, so the economy is in good shape, right? Well, there are some warning signs worth watching.

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