Oil Prices Rise 3% on Improved U.S. Economic Outlook

Oil prices rose Wednesday as reports of higher U.S. productivity and more domestic hiring combined with continuing growth in demand from China to offset the effects of lackluster economic data from other countries.
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Oil Prices Rise 3% on Improved U.S. Economic Outlook

Oil prices rose Wednesday as reports of higher U.S. productivity and more domestic hiring combined with continuing growth in demand from China to offset the effects of lackluster economic data from other countries.
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U.S. Manufacturing Grew a Bit Slower in November

A key U.S. manufacturing index unexpectedly dipped slightly in November, but it remained at a level that indicates that the industrial expansion continues. Led by export demand, the factory sector expanded for the 16th consecut…

U.S. Manufacturing Grew a Bit Slower in November

A key U.S. manufacturing index unexpectedly dipped slightly in November, but it remained at a level that indicates that the industrial expansion continues. Led by export demand, the factory sector expanded for the 16th consecut…

Consumer Sentiment Rises to Highest Level Since June

The consumer sentiment index rose a better than expected 3.9 points in November to 71.6 — its highest level since June, as Americans sensed modest improvement in the job market. Its still below historic norms, though, and sust…