January ends with mixed economic signals

To the casual observer, the recent rally in stocks might seem a bit unusual. After all, the past week's plate of economic news was less than inspiring, with a report showing economic growth in the fourth quarter turned negative, consumer confidence plunged, and the Federal Reserve had nothing good to say about where things are headed.

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