U.S. government debt yields slipped after weak consumer spending data muted a better - than - expected initial first - quarter read on economic growth. (cnbc.com)
Korea remains the exception, adversely affected by weak consumer spending, which has been weighed down by excessive household debt. (rba.gov.au)
Weak consumer spending reports may not be as carefully considered by investors, therefore; slow jobs growth may be given a short - term pass; falling housing starts and home sales may be attributed away. (themortgagereports.com)