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Monday, April 01, 2013

Economics Quickie

The ISM purchasing managers' manufacturing activity composite for Q1 2013 was positive and
came in just slightly under 53.0. However, if the current large QE program underway is to be
considered worth its salt the ISM mfg. reading needs to move up to the 56 - 57 area for a
good several months. ISM Mfg.

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