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U.S. GDP Falls A Record 31.4% In Second Quarter On Coronavirus Effects
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U.S. Weekly Jobless Claims Stuck At Higher Levels
"The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits fell last week, but remained perched at extremely high levels as the labor market recovery shifts into low gear and consumer spending cools amid fading fiscal stimulus. -
America's Wealthy Likely To Power Pandemic-hit U.S. Holiday Sales: Deloitte
"The wealthy in America are expected to splurge online for gifts and home decorations this holiday season.
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