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After rocky 2008, U.S. consumers seek stable ground in 2009


Abstract: An economy besieged on a number of fronts in 2008 staggers into 2009 with rising unemployment, falling house prices, and strained financial markets. A recessionary environment poses formidable challenges for U.S. consumers in the coming year.

Keywords: Economic forecasting; Economic conditions;

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Provider: Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta

Part of Series: EconSouth

Publication Date: 2008

Volume: 10

Issue: 4