This Friday we will get the first report on 4Q GDP, and most forecasters expect it to be a very good one. While most forecasters believe the economy rebounded strongly in the 4Q, largely due to inventory rebuilding, these same analysts are lowering their estimates for growth in 2010. Why is that? Mainly because consumer spending is not rebounding as many had expected. With unemployment remaining above 10%, most consumers are worried about the future, as they should be. This week, we take a look at the latest economic reports, and I bring you one of the best articles I have read regarding how we got in the mess we're currently in. It all should make for an interesting letter.
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