However, economists hope this is only a one-month spike. Productivity gains are still good and workers are not receiving large pay increases, ... Labor costs are still contained.
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We don't think we are going to have another recession ... We think there is enough stimulus in the pipeline, enough positive news in there to allow the economy to keep on a growth track for the next year.Lynn Reaser
The improving job market is boosting consumer sentiment. Employees are beginning to see a somewhat better chance of receiving wage increases this year. If oil prices stabilize as we expect, consumers this year should see their paychecks stay ahead of inflation.
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But we do believe there is a light at the end of the tunnel.
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Companies are looking to expand profits more now through sales growth than cost cutting.
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Retailers are biting their nails because of the large decline in consumer confidence. But it remains to be seen whether consumers will vote with their feet.
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The cacophony on Wall Street this week reflected concerns that the Federal Reserve may raise interest rates further and that corporate profit performance could start to dissipate.
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