GDP Gains 3.5% But Jobs CPI Still Depressed

The Commerce Department third quarter 2009, the best showing in two years, fueled by government-supported spending on cars and homes. Several companies also reported positive earnings. Despite signs of growth most expect a slow recovery in the months ahead due to rising unemployment 17% (U6 data), consumer confidence index (47.7 down from Sept. 53.4) and rising real estate delinquencies still...