https://personal.vanguard.com/us/insights/article/economic-week-review-01132012
January 13, 2012
Economic Week in Review: U.S. activity quickens; Europe's woes continue
Sluggish retail sales data were announced this week following a report that consumer borrowing increased in November by the highest amount in a decade. This suggests that while spending isn't particularly strong, consumers are nonetheless continuing to spend and provide moderate support for the overall economy. For the week ended January 13, the S&P 500 Index rose 0.9% to 1,289.09 (for a year-to-date total return—including price change plus dividends—of about 2.6%). The yield on the 10-year U.S. Treasury note fell 9 basis points to 1.89% (for no change year to date).
Evidence of possible economic strength
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