Optimism over the U.S. economy keeps skipping ahead to new Covid-era highs, propelled by vaccines and stimulus checks.
The IBD/TIPP Economic Optimism Index, an early monthly read on consumer confidence, rose one point to 56.4 in April, after jumping 3.5 points in March. Readings above the neutral 50 level reflect optimism. It was the fourth straight monthly gain and the highest reading since early February 2020. CONTINUED
Jed Graham, Investor’s Business Daily
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