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consumers and businesses remained sluggish. Sales of consumer electronics...Consumers continue to be cautious, according to contacts. Auto sales were

Consumer spending fell slightly, manufacturing activity eased, and energy...Consumer Spending Retailers in the District reported slightly weaker sales

consumer and commercial loans weakened slightly but mortgage demand strengthened...consumer loan demand weakened somewhat while mortgage loan demand strengthened

Consumers are flocking to the malls and appear more willing to travel ...Consumer Spending and Tourism "Very pleased," "phenomenal" and "strong

consumer spending softened. Mixed activity was noted in services, manufacturing...Consumer Spending and Tourism Consumer spending softened. A major Minneapolis-based

consumers back. On a year-over-year basis, discount stores saw sales gains...consumers. Banking Loan demand from commercial clients reportedly remained

Consumer Spending Contacts reported that retail sales in September and...consumer loans remained basically unchanged. The demand for commercial

consumer spending, manufacturing, construction, energy, mining and agriculture...Consumer Spending and Tourism Overall consumer spending increased from

consumers now spread their purchases over the entire year and spend more...consumer loans. Delinquency rates remained stable "at comfortable levels

Consumers continue to buy freely and tourist revenues are the strongest...Consumer Spending and Tourism "We have not seen any cut back yet," says