Report Warns of Recession From Budget Stalemate
The Congressional Budget Office warns that a January budget stalemate leading to tax hikes and spending cuts could push the nation into a 2013 recession and cost about 2 million jobs. If no agreement is reached, taxes rise for most and hundreds of programs face cuts, potentially shrinking GDP by 0.5 percent and unemployment near 9 percent in late 2013.
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Fed officials weigh new action as economy weakens
Fed minutes from the July 31–Aug. 1 meeting show urgency for more help to lift a weak U.S. economy. Some favor pushing the timetable for any rate increase beyond late 2014, with a possible new bond buying program discussed to lower long term rates.
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U.S. housing market shows steady recovery in 2012
U S home sales rise with July up 2.3 percent to 4.47 million annual rate. Over 12 months sales up more than 10 percent, prices edging higher and foreclosures shrinking share. Builders report confidence improving, permits at multi year highs, signaling a gradual recovery.
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