The level of optimism does not suggest a dramatic acceleration in economic growth during the first half of 2003.
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The shock of the hurricanes and subsequent leap in gas prices has begun wearing off just in time for the holiday season.Lynn Franco
We're a little more positive about the outlook of the holiday shopping season than we were in October.
Lynn Franco
Hikes in interest rates, severe drought conditions in the Northeast, and rising gasoline prices have helped dampen overall consumer optimism.
Lynn Franco
Consumer confidence readings continue to indicate a strong overall economy. Consumers are not only optimistic about current conditions, but their expectations for the next six months signal continued low unemployment and minimal inflationary pressures.
Lynn Franco
The lack of improvement in labor market conditions continues to dampen consumers' spirits, ... Despite September's retreat, consumers remain cautiously optimistic about the outlook for the next six months. Consumer spending is likely to continue at or near current levels.
Lynn Franco
I think what we're seeing here, ... is that wages, overall, have always been seen as being at the low end of the totem pole. People are never quite satisfied with their wages. We don't find many folks who say they're overpaid.
Lynn Franco
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