Prices rise more slowly for goods ranging from autos to healthcare.

More purchases of capital goods and IT equipment should give the economy a boost.

More purchases of capital goods and IT equipment should give the economy a boost.

In fourth quarter, 44 states benefited from pick-ups in employment, personal income.

In fourth quarter, 44 states benefited from pick-ups in employment, personal income.

Companies quick response to possible risks produces fits and starts in business cycle.

Companies quick response to possible risks produces fits and starts in business cycle.

U.S. business loans grew at highest rate since 2008 in Q3.