Q4 GDP was revised upward, but consumer spending has been sluggish during the first two months of 2018.
Q4 GDP Revised Up, Consumer Spending Paused: March 26 – 30
As 2017 Ends, Jobless Claims Remain Low and Sentiment Eases: December 25 – 29
Employers issued relatively few pink slips during the final days of the year.
Housing Starts Rebound in June, Leading Economic Indicators Gain: July 17 – 21
Housing construction rebounded in June while leading economic indicators point towards accelerated economic activity during the latter half of this year.
What We Learned About the U.S. Economy Last Week 