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Looking for more “green shoots” of economic recovery? The Conference Board released the latest data from their Consumer Confidence Index showing another monthly increase (it increased in September as well) in the overall level of confidence that consumers have in the economy. The Index’s reading for October was 72.2, a significant uptick from September’s level of 68.4, which was up over August.

Still not sure this is a positive indicator? See more below… [Read more…] about Consumer Confidence Rises Again; Now at 4-Year High