2008-05
03 12:17:51Economy shows resilience; jobless rate falls as dollar rises
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The economy showed off unexpected signs of resilience Friday as job losses slowed, the dollar gained a bit of muscle for a change and there were even indications that food prices may be easing. The unemployment rate dipped, though that may not last. For more information and to contact AFX: www.afxnews.com and www.afxpress.com