Economists are forever looking for indicators that give a hint as to what the future state of the economy might be. There are big economic models for this, and closely watched numbers on consumer confidence, housing starts, retail sales and gross domestic product, are all crucial parts of a formula useful in divining the future.Click here to read the full version of this story in The Anniston Star Digital Edition or pick up a copy of today's Anniston Star.
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