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

Rate of Economic Growth Unlikely to Pick Up in Near Term

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

Stimulus is adding up – but economy not really improving

Economic Recovery to Continue at Modest Pace

Economic Growth Outpaces Euro Area, but Unlikely to Accelerate Further

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

Third Consecutive Increase

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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

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

Economic Growth Will Continue in Near Term

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

Solid Job Growth is Likely to Continue

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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

For Now, Jobs Remain Scarce — But an Aging Population and the Recession’s Aftermath Are Poised to Create Historic "Seller’s Market" for Skilled Workers

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

CEO Succession Practices: 2014 Edition released today by The Conference Board

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

Comment on U.S. Bureau of Census Retail Sales Report by Kathy Bostjancic, Director of Macroeconomic Analysis, The Conference Board

Current Rate of Economic Expansion Likely to Continue in Near Term

Governance Task Force Issues Recommendations for Balancing the Roles of Boards and Investors in Corporate Governance

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
by Kathy Bostjancic, Director of Macroeconomic Analysis, The Conference Board

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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The Leading Economic Index advanced for an eighth month in a row.

The Demand Institute finds the Top 10 percent of American communities hold 52 percent of housing wealth.

But Rate of Economic Activity Likely to Improve in First Half

Expectations fall, while Present Situation Index stands close to six-year high,

PMI and Consumer Confidence Indicators numbers are moderating for February

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Current Pace of Economic Expansion to Continue Through First Half

The strengths among the leading indicators have remained more widespread than the weaknesses during the past six months.

Economy Expanding Moderately

Slight Pickup in Recent Months Suggests Improvement in India’s Economy

The index now stands at 125.0, following a 0.4 percent increase in December and a 0.4 percent decline in November.

The Conference Board LEI for France continued to edge up in December.

Economy to Expand in First Half; Pace of Growth Likely to Pick Up

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Positive news about economic growth in Europe was released last week, as fourth quarter GDP growth for the Euro Area outdid expectations

The large negative contribution from Spanish contribution to Euro M2 more than offsetting the large positive contribution from job vacancies.

Possibility of Upside Potential in the Near Term

Unemployment Falls Sharply in U.S. and Japan, Stable In Most of Europe

Expansion Will Continue and May Pick Up Moderately in the First Half of 2014

Current Expansion Not Likely to Gain Momentum in Short-Term

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Business confidence is increasing, domestic demand remains weak

Growth Rate Continues on Upward Trend, Likely to Remain So in Months Ahead

Comment on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment Situation Report
by Kathy Bostjancic, Director of Macroeconomic Analysis, The Conference Board

Inflation, as measured by the Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP), rose in December for seven of the 16 advanced economies included in The Conference Board International Labor Comparisons program.

January decline follows a flat pattern in labor demand seen in 2013.

With consumer confidence increasing, will retail sales go up this week?

Optimism about the Euro Area economy is moderating

Optimism about the Euro Area recovery somewhat moderated

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The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis today reported 3.2 percent annualized growth in real gross domestic product for the fourth quarter of 2013.

Economic Outlook Improving, but Pace of Growth to Remain Modest

With Expectations Rising, Economy May Gain Momentum in Months Ahead

New Questions will Assess State of Societal Impact Measurement and Employee Engagement

Economic Expansion will Continue into First Half of 2014, but Pace of Growth Unlikely to Accelerate

Economic Expansion Unlikely to Accelerate in Months Ahead

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Modest Economic Expansion Likely to Continue

Economic Expansion to Continue and Possibly Pick Up in Months Ahead

But Pace of Growth Unlikely to Accelerate in First Half

Contraction in Economic Activity will Likely Ease in the Near Term

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Modest Economic Recovery Should Continue Through First Half of 2014

Modest Recovery Possible in First Half of 2014

Economic Growth to Continue, and Possibly Pickup, in Near Term

Unemployment Falls in U.S. and Japan, Still Rising In Much of Europe

Fifth Consecutive Monthly Increase

Here’s Why:

Five of the eight components contributed positively to the index.

After Years of Decline, Performance May Turn Around in 2014

Comment on U.S. Bureau of Census Retail Sales Report by Kathy Bostjancic, Director of Macroeconomic Analysis, The Conference Board

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Fifth Increase in the Past Six Months

Comment on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment Situation Report
by Kathy Bostjancic, Director of Macroeconomic Analysis, The Conference Board

Global Study Finds Leaders Focused on Optimizing Performance and Winning Market Share in an Age of Slow Growth

Inflation Increased in Most Advanced Economies

Current Economic Growth Unlikely to Accelerate for Start of 2014

Labor Demand More Upbeat in Second Half of 2013

The Measure now stands at 60, up from 54 in the previous quarter.

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Europe has started 2014 with cautious optimism.

Confidence Nearly Recovered from Government Shutdown, Consumers' View of 'Present Situation' at 5 ½ -Year High

The LEI increased for the sixth month in a row.

Moderately positive end to Europe's 2013

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Economy Will Continue to Expand at a Slow Place in Early 2014

Fifth Consecutive Increase; Economic Expansion Will Continue Through Early 2014

Index has been Trending Downward for Last Six Months

Current Contraction Likely to Ease in 2014

Uptick Driven Primarily by Real Estate and Bank Loans

Contraction likely to ease, with growth possible in 2014

Unit Labor Costs Up Worldwide, Partly Mitigated by Stronger U.S. Dollar

Will confidence in the economy increase again in December?

Economic Growth Unlikely to Pick Up Through Early 2014

Current Rate of Expansion Likely to Continue

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Recovery in Economic Activity in 2014 will be Modest

Comment on U.S. Bureau of Census Retail Sales Report Kathy Bostjancic, Director of Macroeconomic Analysis, The Conference Board

Fourth Consecutive Increase

Fourth Consecutive Increase

First Decline in Nearly Three Years

Economic Expansion Unlikely to Accelerate in First Half of 2014

Rebounds from shutdown-led drop in October to hit new five-year high

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Comment on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment Situation Report
Kathy Bostjancic, Director of Macroeconomic Analysis, The Conference Board

The Euro Area continues on path of slow growth

Euro Area Sees Near-Historic Lows in Inflation Rate

November’s rise was not enough to push 2013 into healthy positive territory.

Slow Growth in Economic Activity Likely to Continue in 2014

Fourth Consecutive Increase

Will the Euro Area unemployment rate increase again?

Expectations Continue to Fall, Suggesting Difficult Holiday Season for Retail

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Pace of Economic Activity May Pick Up in 2014

Pace of Economic Activity May Improve Modestly Through 2014

Economic Activity to Make Slow Progress in Near Term

Comment on U.S. Bureau of Census Retail Sales Report Kathy Bostjancic, Director of Macroeconomic Analysis, The Conference Board

Pace of Economic Expansion to Moderate through Early 2014

Rate of Expansion Likely to Continue Through Early 2014

Will the PMI for the Euro Area improve again in November?

The government shutdown will delay economic data releases

Four of Six Components Increased

Economic Activity Will Remain Subdued through End of 2013

Pace of Economic Growth to Remain Slow Through Rest of the Year

But Rate of Growth Will Likely Ease in Months Ahead

But Pace of Economic Growth Not Likely to Accelerate through 2013

Six of Seven Components Increased; Economy Will Expand Modestly into 2014

Public and Private Investment, Combined with Productivity-Focused Policy Reforms Can Counter Long-Term Slowdown

The ETI figure for October is 4.9 percent higher than a year ago.

The government shutdown will delay economic data releases

Comment on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment Situation Report Kathy Bostjancic, Director of Macroeconomic Analysis, The Conference Board

U.S. Households Plan to Spend an Average of $498 this Season on Holiday Gifts

The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis today reported 2.8 percent annualized growth in real gross domestic product for the third quarter of 2013.

Unemployment in U.S. and Japan Continues to Fall; Europe Still Struggles

LEI Suggests Economy was Expanding Modestly before the Government Shutdown

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The Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) for September increased over the past 12 months for all 16 economies compared.

Labor Demand Has Been Flat Through 2013

Global Debt and Growth Series Points to Way Out of Debt Spiral

Expectations Deteriorate on Government Shutdown and Debt-Ceiling Crisis

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Fifth Consecutive Increase; Economic Activity Will Continue to Expand at Modest Pace

Scheduling was revised due to the government shutdown.

Economic Activity Unlikely to Pick Up Through Year End

But Economic Conditions Unlikely to Improve Considerably in 2013

Growth Rate has Accelerated in Recent Months

Expansion Likely to Continue in the Near Term

Rate of Expansion Will Likely Slow in Final Months of Year

Comment on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment Situation Report Kathy Bostjancic, Director of Macroeconomic Analysis, The Conference Board

Scheduling was revised due to the government shutdown.

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Leading HR Executives Release Report on the Future of Talent Acquisition

But Pace of Expansion Will Likely Slow in Last Quarter

Recovery in Economic Activity to Continue in Near Term

Weak Recovery Likely in Near Term, but Economy Still Underperforming

But Rate of Growth May Ease in Near Term

But Six-Month Growth Rate Has Slowed in Recent Months

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The Conference Board Leading Economic Index for the U.S., scheduled for release on Friday, October 18 at 10:00 AM ET, will be delayed due to the government shutdown.

Economy Will Continue Expanding, But Pace Will Moderate in Coming Months

Industrial production remains on a recovering trend

Expansion Will Continue, But Pace Not Likely to Increase Substantially

August Data Mixed in U.S., Sluggish Worldwide

CEO confidence declined in the third quarter; increasing uncertainty about short-term outlook persists

The survey’s reach will now extend to additional Fortune 1000 CEOs.

Focus on employee engagement, its application, and impact on performance.

New Report Explores How Three Nations Are Rethinking the Way They Measure, Manage, and Market their Greatest Resource

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Will industrial production rise in the major European economies?

The Conference Board Employment Trends Index™ (ETI) will be delayed due to the government shutdown.

Inflation exceeded 2 percent in only 3 of the 16 countries compared.

This month’s rise is the largest monthly increase in 2013

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Has the Euro Area unemployment rate fallen in August?

Economic Activity Likely to Expand at Modest Pace Through 2013

Index has Declined in Five of Last Eight Months

Economy to Improve, But at a Slow Pace Through 2013

New Global Debt and Growth Report Plots the Long Road Back

Consumers' Expectations for Jobs and Earnings Less Optimistic

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Economy to Grow at Slow to Moderate Pace in Second Half

Will European economic sentiment rise again in September?

Latest report in The Conference Board Global Debt and Growth Series finds resilience, resurgence—and risks

Pace of Growth May Pick Up in Near Term

Recovery in Economic Activity Will Continue in Near Term, But at Modest Pace

But Economic Growth Likely to Slow Considerably in Third Quarter

Corporate Management Was Less Successful at Excluding Shareholder Proposals in 2013 Proxy Season, The Conference Board Says

The European economy remains weak five years after Lehman

Quarterly Statement on The Conference Board Global Economic Outlook from Chief Economist Bart van Ark

Current rate of economic expansion likely to persist in coming months

Non-Cash Contributions Dominate

LEI increased in August, but growth has slowed due to slump in real estate activity

Economic Contraction May End Later this Year

Comment on U.S. Bureau of Census Retail Sales Report Kathy Bostjancic, Director of Macroeconomic Analysis, The Conference Board

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Economic Expansion Likely to Slow in Near Term

Economy Will Continue to Grow Through End of Year

Economy is Likely to Continue Expanding in Coming Months

Employment is likely to expand moderately in the fall

Has European employment increased in the second quarter?

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Comment on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment Situation Report Kathy Bostjancic, Director of Macroeconomic Analysis, The Conference Board

Consumer prices rising in 16 world compared by The Conference Board International Labor Comparisons program

July Data Show Signs of Momentum in U.S., Mixed Signals Elsewhere

Employer labor demand remains stalled at the December 2012 level.

Will German industrial production increase again?

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Led by Improving Short-Term Expectations

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Modest Recovery Likely to Continue Through Rest of Year

Will the unemployment rate continue to increase or start declining?

Latest report suggests better economic and job growth through second half of year

But Economic Expansion Likely to Continue in Coming Months

Improvement Driven Mainly by Real Estate Sector and Bank Loans

Expansion Likely to Continue

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Rate of Expansion Likely to be Modest in Near Term

Will the Euro Area PMI increase again in August?

The LEI for France has been on an upward trend since the beginning of 2013, and remains well above its most recent peak in October 2007.

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Pace of Brazil’s Economic Activity Likely to Decelerate in Near Term

Economic Expansion Likely to Slow

Corporate Communication International Briefing to be held on September 16.

Current Contraction in Economy Will Continue Easing in Near Term

Comment on U.S. Bureau of Census Retail Sales Report Ken Goldstein, Economist, The Conference Board

Despite Fall in June, Economic Expansion Likely to Continue

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Economy Will Continue to Grow at Slow Pace in Second Half

New Research Series Examines Sovereign Debt and Future Growth in 15 Countries

Has the Euro Area recession continued in the second quarter of 2013?

Broad-Based Strength Across All Components

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Comment on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment Situation Report Kathy Bostjancic, Director of Macroeconomic Analysis, The Conference Board

The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis today reported 1.7 percent annualized growth in real gross domestic product for the second quarter of 2013.

Four Years after Recession, The Conference Board Help Wanted OnLine® (HWOL) Data Series Reveals the Boom Towns and Stragglers among U.S. Metro Areas

Labor demand is nearly flat in 2013 with dip of 87,000 between January and July.

Index Pulls Back from Five-Year High on Weaker Expectations

Will the Euro Area unemployment rate rise to another record high?

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Third Straight Monthly Gain Suggests Recovery May Finally Be in Sight

Index has Increased in Four of Last Five Months This Year; Economy to Continue Expanding

Despite Recent Weaknesses, Economy Will Continue to Expand in Near Term

Will Euro Area consumer confidence increase again in July?

Economic Activity May Slowly Begin to Recover in the Near Term

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Expansion in Economic Activity Should Continue Through 2013

This new indicator will be produced on a monthly basis.

This new indicator will be produced on a monthly basis.

Economic Expansion Likely to Continue, May Gain Speed in Coming Months

End of Contraction May Be in Sight

Current Rate of Economic Expansion Likely to Continue

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Comment on U.S. Bureau of Census Retail Sales Report Kathy Bostjancic, Director of Macroeconomic Analysis, The Conference Board

But Economic Expansion Likely to Remain Slow