Fri, 26 Jul 2013 15:32:06 GMT
U.S. consumer confidence index reaches a 6-year high
U.S. Consumer sentiment gauge advanced in July to the highest level since 2007 as economic conditions have improved. The gauge increased form 84.1 in June to 85.1 in July, beating estimate of 84. Survey showed that Americans expect slower growth next year. Low income earners were more positive about future economic prospects than more affluent households.