Quarterly outcome was nevertheless slightly ahead of analysts' expectations for a modest decline in output
Still, the Federal Reserve chair didn't rule out another increase
Short-term expectations increase, long-term view unchanged
Economic uncertainty, tight finances weighing on deal flow
Kathrin Forrest of Capital Group says analyzing company fundamentals trumps trying to anticipate broader market direction
Kathrin Forrest of Capital Group says analyzing company fundamentals trumps trying to anticipate broader market direction
Slowdown in September followed two months of faster price rises
Survey shows the effects of inflation and higher borrowing costs
Rates staying higher will continue to drive credit outlook, Moody's says
However, emerging trends weigh on projected costs