Video: 07/31 Second Quarter GDP Falls

The economy slowed by 1% in the second quarter, showing the economy is still contracting but at a slower pace than before -- perhaps signaling an ending to the worst recession since the Great Depression. Meanwhile, Chevron releases results.

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Video: China GDP grows 7.9 pct

China's investment, retail sales show strong domestic demand and the country is seen on track for 8 pct full 2009 target.

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Video: 05/29 Economy Slows but Less than Estimated

05/29/09 US GDP falls by 5.7% in the first quarter while consumer confidence increased in May.

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Video: Economy shrinks at fastest pace in 26 years

The economy contracted at a staggering 6.2 percent pace at the end of 2008, the worst showing in a quarter-century, as consumers and businesses ratcheted back spending, plunging the country deeper into recession.

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