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[inRich News Main] WASHINGTON -- The economy grew at a slightly better pace in the first quarter. However, it was still a weak showing that underscored caution on the part of consumers and businesses walloped by housing, credit and financial problems.
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[Ap/washington from www.cumberlink.com] Economy's growth picks up slightly in first quarter: WASHINGTON - The economy plodded ahead at a 0.9 percent pace in the first quarter _ slightly better than first estimated _ but still underscoring caution on the part of consumers and businesses walloped by housing, credit and financial .
[Business blog] Fed: Economy weakened further in the spring: The report underscored the challenges facing Bernanke and his colleagues as they fight to keep the economy from sinking into a deep recession, while at the same time avoiding a flare-up of inflation. The report will figure prominently when the Fed meets next on April 29-30 to decide its next move on interest rates.
[The Hour Headlines] Fed: Economy weakened in spring: The report underscored the challenges facing Bernanke and his colleagues as they fight to keep the economy from sinking into a deep recession, while at the same time avoiding a flare-up of inflation.
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[Special Mention] Fed: economy weakened further in the spring: The Fed’s survey is based on information supplied by the Fed’s 12 regional banks. The information was collected before April 7.
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