Also, notwithstanding a silly fiscal policy and the ongoing political impasse, the U.S. economy has some very good things going for it now, as even king of doom, Nouriel Roubini, couldn't
help but note: the Fed is going to stick to its asset - buying regime for the foreseeable future, providing a monetary protein shake the
recovery still very much needs; the housing rebound is well on its way, which is
helping Americans rebuild their wealth and is boosting employment in many states
with high jobless rates; and the shale
oil and gas revolution continues to power investment, job creation and revenue growth.
«It's an important number to know because it has an impact on restoration and
recovery,» McKinney said... Measuring it
helps scientists figure out where the missing
oil is, hidden below the water surface
with some even stuck to the seafloor.