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    Chicago Business Barometer Posts Third Month of Contraction

    Written by Sandy Williams


    The Chicago Business Barometer rose 3.1 points to 46.3 in November, but remained in contraction for the third consecutive month. All but one component of the general index remained below the neutral 50.0 mark.

    New orders rose 12.5 points to 49.9, indicating an improvement in demand. Production slipped to 42.3.

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