U.S. consumer spending falters; wage gains highest since 2008

(Reuters) - U.S. consumer spending fell for the first time in eight months in September, suggesting the economy lost some momentum heading into the fourth quarter.

Steady job growth boosts US consumer confidence despite economy's slowdown

WASHINGTON – Strong job growth lifted U.S. consumer confidence this month, as Americans looked past the economy's dismal first quarter performance.

U.S. GDP revised down, but hints of economic thaw emerge

(Reuters) - The U.S. government slashed its estimate for fourth-quarter economic growth on Friday in the latest sign of a loss of momentum, but some tentative signs emerged that suggested the worst of the slowdown may be over.