two studies out this week seem to raise warning flags about the competitiveness of the U.S. economy.crucial moment for the business lobby. Its close allies in the Republican Party may soon lose their exclusive grip on Washington's policy levers.
The building society's housing survey found that prices rose by 1.3% during the month, lifting the annual rate of growth to 8.2%.squeezed supply - which increases price pressure.
unemployment rose 0.1% to 9%,or 2.6 million jobseekers, during August. unemployment rose 0.1% to 9%,or 2.6 million jobseekers, during August.unemployment rose 0.1% to 9%,or 2.6 million jobseekers, during August
reflecting a slackening in business spending, consumer demand and homebuilding that may carry into 2007.Business Investment grew at a annual rate of 4.4 percent in the second quarter biggest drop since the end of 2002
after a currency rally prompted exporters to reduce their workforces and delay investment plans The central bank today also lowered its 2006 inflation forecast to 3.4 percent