WSJ: A Weak Economy Puts the U.S. Just a Couple of Hiccups From Recession

By SIMON CONSTABLE

Unless you are one of a very lucky few, there is little about the economic recovery that looks "robust." We are likely just one or two hiccups away from another recession.

For all but high earners it's increasingly tough to make ends meet. Just look at J.C. Penney as a prime indicator, says Kristin Bentz, consumer expert at Phoenix-based private-equity firm PMG Venture Group. See original story here.

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