The index increased for a third consecutive month suggesting the European economy will continue to improve in the first half of the year

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Index Still Remains at Pre-Recession Levels

In the second half of 2014, the leading economic index grew by 0.9 percent, up from 0.1 percent over the previous six months.

New orders of investment goods industries and the stock price index made the largest positive contributions.

The index now stands at 93.6, following a 0.2 percent decline in December and a 1.4 percent decline in November.

Short-Term Outlook Looks Positive, but Downside Risks Exist

Six of the eight components contributed positively to the index in January.

The Index fell sharply in December due to large negative contributions from oil prices and the real exchange rate.

Rural goods exports making the largest positive contribution.

Large positive contributions from order book volume and the yield spread more than offset negative contributions from the volume of expected output, stock prices, and consumer confidence.

Three of the six components contributed positively to the index in January.

Large positive contributions from the order books survey and the long-term government bond yield (inverted) offset negative contributions from the capital equipment component of industrial production.

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Despite this month’s decline, the leading economic index grew by 0.8 percent in the second half of 2014.

Despite December’s decline, the leading economic index rose 0.9 percent (about a 1.8 percent annual rate) from July to December 2014.

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Gains Extend into the New Year

Comment on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment Situation Report by Gad Levanon, Managing Director, Economic Outlook & Labor Markets, The Conference Board

2015 starts with widespread increases in labor demand across States and MSAs

Comment on Q4 GDP by Gad Levanon, Managing Director, Macroeconomic and Labor Market Research

The Euro Area Leading Economic Index continues to signal slow growth in the short-term outlook.

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Between May and November 2014, the leading economic index declined 0.6 percent

At Highest Levels Since August 2007

Between May and November 2014, the leading economic index increased 0.9 percent.

Five of the six components contributed positively to the index in December.

Short-Term Outlook Remains Bright, as Economy Continues to Build Momentum

Two of the eight components contributed positively to the index in December.

After months of decline, December’s zero growth in the LEI and CEI may be a sign that the economy is stabilizing.

In the six-month period ending in November 2014, the leading economic index declined 1.6 percent.

Between May and November 2014, the leading economic index advanced 1.4 percent.

Despite some improvement in the construction sector, oil prices continued to fall and contributed largely to the decline in the index this month.

Despite this month’s decrease, the leading economic index grew by 1.8 percent between May and November 2014.

The index continued to decrease in November, with volume of expected output, order book volume and consumer confidence making large negative contributions

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Tops off a rosy year for the ETI

Comment on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment Situation Report by Gad Levanon, Director, Macroeconomic and Labor Market Research, The Conference Board

The Measure now reads 60, up from 59 in the third quarter.

The leading economic index increased 0.2 percent between May to November

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December loss partially offsets November’s strong gain

Confidence Recovers from November Decline as Consumers Rate Present Situation Strongly

The index increased in November, following a 0.3 percent decrease in October and no change in September.

Building approvals and the sales to inventories ratio made the largest negative contributions this month.

Three of the six components contributed positively to the index in November.

Between April and October 2014, the leading economic index advanced by 1.1 percent.

Moderate Growth to Continue Through Winter

Seven of the eight components contributed positively to the index in November.

Between April and October 2014, the leading economic index increased 0.4 percent.

The index now stands at 119.1 following a 0.2 percent increase in October and a 0.4 percent decline in September.

Rising German labor costs lead mixed picture in Europe; India gaining advantages on China among developing economies.

The index fell sharply in October for the third straight month, driven by very large declines in oil prices, net insufficient inventories, and the real exchange rate.

In the six-month period ending in October 2014, the leading economic index declined 2.4 percent.

Between April and October 2014, the leading economic index increased 1.3 percent, down from its 2.4 percent growth in the previous six months.

Despite this month’s increase, the leading economic index fell 1.1 percent between April and October 2014

The indicator increased for the third consecutive month.

Eleventh Consecutive Increase

Comment on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment Situation Report by Gad Levanon, Director, Macroeconomic and Labor Market Research, The Conference Board

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November posts large gain following flat October

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The index declined 0.2 percent to 111.9.

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Consumers Less Optimistic About Short-term Outlook

Five of the six components contributed positively to the index in October.

The index was unchanged after declining for the past three consecutive months.

LEI Rose Sharply in October; Economic Growth Will Continue through Early 2015

Between March and September 2014, the leading economic index increased 0.4 percent.

Two of the eight components contributed positively to the index in October.

The index now stands at 121.6, following a 0.3 percent decline in September and a 1.1 percent decline in August.

Between March and September 2014, the six-month growth rate of the leading economic index decreased 0.3 percent.

The Conference Board LEI for Spain increased marginally in September, after a slight decline in August.

The Conference Board LEI for Mexico fell sharply in September following moderate declines in the previous two months.

Private construction orders and the index of inventories to shipments made the largest positive contributions.

Persistent Uncertainties and New Challenges Push Mirage of “Full Recovery” Further into the Distance

Between March and September, the leading economic index increased 1.8 percent down from its 2.4 percent growth about a 4.9 percent annual rate in the previous six months.

Upward Momentum Continues

Comment on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment Situation Report by Gad Levanon, Director, Macroeconomic and Labor Market Research, The Conference Board

Despite this month’s improvement, the leading economic index fell 2.7 percent between March and September 2014,

Online labor demand continues on a slow growth trend in 2014

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Consumers Regain Confidence in Short-term Outlook

Growth Unlikely to Accelerate Through Year End

Moderate Growth to Continue Through Year End

Five of the six components contributed positively to the index in September.

Spain LEI decreased in August, its first decline in six months.

The Leading Economic Index® (LEI) for India increased 0.9 percent in September to 183.5, following a 1.2 percent decline in August and a 0.5 percent increase in July.

Rural goods exports, gross operating surplus*, and building approvals made the largest negative contributions.

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The LEI for Mexico fell slightly in August following no change in July.

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Between February and August, the leading economic index increased 0.6 percent much slower than its increase of 1.2 percent during the previous six months.

The index now stands at 120.6.

Germany LEI fell again in August, following back-to-back monthly declines.

The index edged up in August, after a sharp decline in the previous month.

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The Conference Board LEI for the U.K. increased for the eighth consecutive month in August.

The Conference Board Leading Economic Index® (LEI) for Japan increased 0.3 percent and The Conference Board Coincident Economic Index® (CEI) decreased 0.2 percent in August.

The Measure now reads 59, down from 62 last quarter.

Upward Momentum Continues

Comment on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment Situation Report by Gad Levanon, Director, Macroeconomic and Labor Market Research, The Conference Board

September posts a decline, following strong August gain.

Confidence Retreats Following Four Months of Improvement

The Conference Board Leading Economic Index® for the Euro Area Decreased

But Rate of Increase Down Sharply from July; Economy Unlikely to Pick Up Any Time Soon

Economic Activity Likely to be Subdued Through Second Half

Economy Should Continue Expanding, But Pace Unlikely to Accelerate in Near Term

The Conference Board LEI for Australia increased for the second consecutive month.

August's decline in the LEI follows five consecutive monthly increases.

Economy Unlikely to Accelerate Much in Near Term

Moderate Growth to Continue Through Holiday Season

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Between January and July of this year, the leading economic index increased 1.3 percent.

Economy Will Likely Continue to Struggle in the Near Term

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But Uncertainty Looms in the Near Term

Following this month’s decline, the leading economic index contracted by 0.1 percent between January and July 2014.

Variation in Employment Trends Highlights Mixed Paths to Recovery

Economic Activity Unlikely to Accelerate in Near Term

Strong Increases in Recent Months

Comment on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment Situation Report by Gad Levanon, Director, Macroeconomic and Labor Market Research, The Conference Board

Annual inflation as measured by the Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) declined in 10 of the 16 economies compared.

August posts strong increase following small loss in July

With Postrecession Labor Markets Tightening and Baby Boomers Retiring, the Time is Now for U.S. and European Companies to Adapt

PMI falls, banks raise capital – evidence of continued weakness to come

But Economic Growth to Remain Weak Through Second Half

Fourth Consecutive Monthly Increase

LEI Increased Sharply in Past Two Months

Pace of Economic Activity Unlikely to Change in Months Ahead

Economic Expansion Likely to Pick Up in Second Half of 2014

Sixth Consecutive Increase; Economy Gaining Traction

Improved Outlook for Second Half of 2014 Remains

Economic Expansion Unlikely to Accelerate in Near Term

Economic Expansion Likely to Continue In Second Half of 2014

The index now stands at 120.3 (2004 = 100), following a 1.7 percent decline in June and a 1.7 percent decline in May.

The Conference Board LEI for Korea remained unchanged in June after a sharp drop in the previous month.

Economic Expansion Should Continue Into Second Half, Although Pace is Unlikely to Accelerate

Economy to continue advancing in second half

Steady Improvement Builds in U.S., Uncertainty Continues in Europe

Economy may slow considerably in second half

Shows Strong Positive Momentum

Comment on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment Situation Report by Gad Levanon, Director, Macroeconomic and Labor Market Research, The Conference Board

Deflationary pressure persists in Euro Area while Swiss see falling prices.

Following a strong June increase of 155,900, July showed a small loss

The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis today reported 4.0 percent annualized growth in real Gross Domestic Product for the second quarter of 2014.

Third Straight Monthly Gain; Index at Highest Level since October 2007

Slow Economic Expansion Likely to Continue in Second Half of 2014

Economic Expansion Likely to Continue in Second Half of 2014

Slower Pace Likely in Second Half

Growth in Economic Activity Unlikely to Pick Up in Near Term

Economy to Continue Expanding in Second Half

Below-Trend Growth Likely to Continue for Rest of 2014

Stronger Economic Expansion Likely in Second Half of 2014

Economic Expansion Unlikely to Gain Momentum in the Near Term

Modest Economic Recovery Should Continue, But Unlikely to Accelerate in Near Term

Rate of Economic Expansion Likely to Pick Up in the Coming Months

But Rate of Economic Growth Likely to Slow in the Second Half of 2014

Rate of Economic Growth Unlikely to Pick Up in Near Term

Employment Indexes on the Rise, with Unemployment Rates Stable or Falling

The Measure now reads 62, down from 63 last quarter.

The Conference Board LEI for Japan fell again in May, its fifth decline in six months.

Shows Strong Positive Momentum

Comment on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment Situation Report by Gad Levanon, Director, Macroeconomic and Labor Market Research, The Conference Board

Low Inflation Continues to Hamper Recovery

Labor demand fluctuated in the first six months of 2014 but remained basically flat.

Economic Growth Likely to Continue on Path of Very Modest Recovery

Index at Highest Level Since January 2008

Economy will continue to grow, but pace will likely be slower in second half

Expansion Likely to Continue in the Near Term

Too Early to Predict Acceleration in Economic Activity

Fourth Consecutive Increase; Economy to Continue Expanding and May Pick Up in Second Half

Job Satisfaction Remains Under 50%, According to New Survey

Seven of the eight components contributed positively to the index in May.

Moderate Economic Expansion Likely to Continue

Current Economic Expansion to Continue

The index now stands at 121.7, following a 0.4 percent decline in both April and March.

ECB rate cut and stimulus package, industrial production recovering, employment growing modestly

Economic Recovery to Continue at Modest Pace

Economic Growth Outpaces Euro Area, but Unlikely to Accelerate Further

Third Consecutive Increase

But Absence of Sustained Job Growth Continues to Challenge Labor Market Recovery

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Sharp Decline Points to Rising Risk of Economic Contraction in Months Ahead

Solid Job Growth is Likely to Continue

Comment on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment Situation Report by Bart van Ark, Executive Vice President and Chief Economist, The Conference Board

But Deflationary Risks Remain for Much of Europe

Labor demand remains flat

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Moderate Economic Growth Unlikely to Accelerate in Coming Months

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Consumers are more upbeat about current conditions as well as the short-term outlook for jobs, the economy, and personal finances.

PMI's moderate, consumer confidence increases

Economic Growth Will Continue in Near Term

Fourth Consecutive Decline, Moderate Economic Expansion Unlikely to Accelerate in Months Ahead

To Revive Productivity and Avert Long-term Stagnation, the E.U. Must Make Good Its Digital Deficit

Third Consecutive Increase; Economy to Expand Through Second Half

But Weaker Gains Suggest Slower Growth Trend Will Continue into the Third Quarter

France Economy Will Continue to Improve in Near Term

Growing Momentum for Economic Recovery in Months Ahead

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Modest economic recovery should continue, but pace of growth unlikely to accelerate

Economic growth in the Euro Area continues to disappoint, as last week’s release of first quarter GDP growth rate undershot expectations, with an increase of 0.2 percent compared to previous period.

Current rate of expansion will continue in the coming months

Deceleration in Economic Growth Likely in Months Ahead

Economic Growth Likely to Continue in Months Ahead

Positive data on consumer spending

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But Rate of Economic Growth Unlikely to Improve in Months Ahead

Australia, Italy, and Germany Lead a Month of Robust Recovery

Risk of Contraction Increasing

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Solid Job Growth is Likely to Continue

Comment on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment Situation Report by Bart van Ark, Executive Vice President and Chief Economist, The Conference Board

Threat of Deflation Persists

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The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis today reported 0.1 percent annualized growth in real Gross Domestic Product for the first quarter of 2014.

Labor demand flat thus far in 2014

Despite improvements in confidence indicators, the outlook for the Euro Area continues to be sluggish

Consumers' short-term expectations for the economy and labor market hold steady despite weaker' assessment of current conditions.

Euro Area LEI increased in March, but pace of growth has slowed

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Economic growth likely to remain steady in the months ahead

But improvement still not firm as dismal real estate market drags down growth

Current moderate pace of economic activity is unlikely to pick up in the coming months

Low inflation, moderate growth in industrial production

Third consecutive monthly increase; Accelerated Growth Likely This Summer

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Economic Expansion to Continue in the Near Term

Economy may moderately improve through the first half

Latest report suggests a stronger start in the new financial year

But Economic Growth Unlikely to Rapidly Improve in Near Term

The index now stands at 124.9, following a 0.6 percent decline in both February and January.

Uncertainty around a number of factors is curbing the growth potential for the Euro Area in the months ahead

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But Economic Growth Unlikely to Rapidly Improve in Near Term

UK Economy to Grow at Moderate Rate Through First Half

But Many Euro Area Economies Still Struggling

Current Expansion Unlikely to Accelerate in Near Term

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Confidence at Two-Year High

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Solid Job Growth is Likely to Continue

Unemployment remains at 11.9 percent in Eurozone

The economy generated a gain of 192,000 jobs in March. Undoubtedly, there was some catch up in hiring following the inclement weather this winter.

In February, annual inflation as measured by the Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) declined in 12 of the 16 economies compared.

March loss offsets February gain and leaves Q1’14 basically unchanged

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Confidence indicators continue to improve

Moderate Expansion Likely to Continue through First Half of 2014

April Release Date Has Been Rescheduled

Consumers expect economic improvement to continue--and perhaps accelerate--in months ahead.

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Growth in real wages

But Slower Growth in LEI and CEI Suggests that Downside Risks are Increasing

Expansion in Economic Activity Should Continue in Near Term

Economy Should Continue to Improve Through Second Half

Economic Expansion to Continue in Near Term

But Six-Month Growth Rate has Moved into Positive Territory

Economic Expansion Likely to Continue—and Possibly Accelerate—in First Half of 2014

Modest Economic Recovery Likely to Continue through First Half

Current Rate of Economic Growth Unlikely to be Sustained

Even though the outlook for the European economy is improving, a number of headwinds remain in place.

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Moderate Growth in Economic Activity Likely to Continue Through First Half

Negative Growth in LEI Points to Increasing Downside Risk in First Half

Germany and Japan Unemployment Lower than in Pre-Recession Period

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Current Rate of Economic Expansion Likely to Continue in Near Term

Current Expansion Unlikely to Accelerate in Coming Months

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Growth Rate Continues on Upward Trend

Subdued consumer spending

Comment on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment Situation Report
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Threat of Deflation Persists in Euro Area

February posts strong increase following small loss in January.

Even though optimism about the economic outlook in the Euro Area increases, concerns about inflation continue.

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