US economy: Consumer confidence slips again in August; job market fears rise for eighth month
US consumer confidence dipped slightly in August, fueled by persistent worries about the labor market. The Conference Board's index fell to 97.4, reflecting weakened short-term expectations for income, business conditions, and employment.US consumer confidence dipped slightly in August, fueled by persistent worries about the labor market. The Conference Board’s index fell to 97.4, reflecting weakened short-term expectations for income, business conditions, and employment.
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