Employers resumed hiring in March while consumers stayed away from stores in February.
Hiring Rebounded in March: April 1 – 5
Employers Slammed on the Brakes: March 4 – 8
The U.S. economy had its worst month for job creation in a year and a half in February.
The Trade Deficit Narrowed in November as Exports and Imports Both Fell: Week of February 4 – 8
The trade deficit shrank in November, as had factory orders.
What We Learned About the U.S. Economy Last Week 