For a clearer picture of the U.S. economy here are some of the trends that affect us today. These indicators are the financial market, industrial sectors, inflation, unemployment, and consumer market. Some of the more modern indicators are the sales of cars, new housing starts, and sales of durable goods. Prior to September 11, we learned that the recession began in March of 2001. In fact, the percentage of consumers rating today's economic condition as good …
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