Job creation accelerated in November while trade activity slackened in October.
Job Creation Surprises to the Upside: December 2 – 6
Consumers Check Their Spending: November 25 – 29
Personal spending and overall economic activity chilled in the fall weather.
Retail Sales Gain, Manufacturing Does Not: November 11 – 15
Retail sales made a small comeback in October while manufacturing let up again.
What We Learned About the U.S. Economy Last Week 