Consumer Spending, Incomes Rise In July

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Mon, 08/30/2010 - 5:43am

Consumer spending, incomes rise in July

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Consumer spending rose at the strongest pace in four months in July, supported by a small gain in incomes, offering hope that consumers will be able to keep contributing to a modest recovery.

Senh: Some more good news for the economy. Hopefully, they keep coming.

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