Housing market slips again as sales hit lows in January
U S housing data show sales of previously owned homes fell 7.2 percent in January to a 5.05 million annual rate, the lowest since June. Analysts blame high unemployment and tight lending as stimulus winds down, with the tax credit for buyers extended but not boosting activity yet.
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Economic growth slows after year end surge
The economy is likely expanding at about half the 5.9 percent pace of last quarter, with consumer spending weak and unemployment near 9.7 percent. Commerce Department’s latest reading shows a six year high quarter driven by manufacturing, not consumer demand, and forecasters expect subdued growth into 2010.
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Regulators defend bank lending amid credit concerns
U S regulators dismissed claims that strict rules choke credit for small businesses and CRE. FDIC official Gruenberg said banks retain loan discretion while lending to creditworthy borrowers is encouraged. Lawmakers press for direct bailout access to small business via SBA and a proposed $30 billion fund.
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