U.S. economy improves as inflation stays tame and housing steadies
Industrial output rose modestly in September while inflation remained tame and home builder sentiment reached its strongest since 2006. A consumer confidence lift could spur spending, aiding a cautious manufacturing rebound amid global risks and looming policy decisions.
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Energy policy battle shapes American energy future
Energy editors outline Obama and Romney competing plans to expand traditional fuels like oil and coal while promoting natural gas and renewables. They note fracking concerns, Keystone XL debates, Solyndra fallout, and wind solar funding, with gasoline costs tied to global oil prices.
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