The Conference Board’s latest report shows a significant upturn in American consumer confidence. This October, the index climbed to 108.7, its highest point in nine months. The surge surpassed economists’ expectations of a more modest rise to 99.5. This boost stems largely from an improved perception of the job market. The percentage of consumers describing […]
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