Slight Gain in Consumer Conference Index for July

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The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index, which had declined in June, improved slightly in July. The Index now stands at 59.5 (1985=100), up from 57.6 in June. The Present Situation Index decreased to 35.7 from 36.6. The Expectations Index rose to 75.4 from 71.6 last month.

“Consumer confidence posted a modest

Plastic Surgery in a Down Economy?

A recent article in amNY states that some unemployed New Yorkers are seeking plastic surgery to get them ahead in the competitive workforce. In a depressed economy, it is not uncommon to see patients return to the plastic surgeon's office for a little pick-me-up, be it Botox, Juvederm, or even a surgical procedure like a facelift.

Many view the recession as a time to "take care of business" and get some of those enhancing procedures done to stay competitive in the workplace. We see men and women that remain devoted to their surgery date and opportunity to look better, despite the economic climate. Just as long as those interest rates don't skyrocket too much, right? For more information, read the article below!