Catching up: The January ISM Non-manufacturing index was at 56.8%, up sharply from 53.0% in December. The employment index increased in January to 57.4%, up from 49.8% in December. Note: Above 50 indicates expansion, below 50 contraction.
From the Institute for Supply Management: December 2011 Non-Manufacturing ISM Report On Business®
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